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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
74
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hepp Landscaping is exceptional!!! Our entire property was covered with leaves, branches and debris from last Fall. The Hepp crew wasted no time clearing this mess! In addition, Hepp pruned our massive 140-ft forsythia hedge and cleared ALL debris and leaves underneath the forsythia. We couldn't be more pleased with their excellent work! Our property is now pristine! We also hired them for weekly lawn maintenance. We 1000% recommend them!!!"
Response time1 day
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fazio excavating is remarkable. Incredibly responsive and conscientious about doing things right. This team goes above and beyond. Easy to see they take pride in their work. Very courteous and efficient. Highly recommend!"
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+19

Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shane Moran Masonry LLC
4.4(
29
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shane and his team were reliable and professional. They did excellent work and were better priced than all competitors. The job involved removing an old, failed retaining wall and building a new one with steps. They also installed proper drainage to secure the hillside from future shifting. We won't hesitate to hire him again!"
Addition
Remove asphalt and reinstall concrete driveway
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Remove asphalt and reinstall concrete driveway
Addition

+15

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
5.0(
12
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an excellent job removing a tree that fell on my shed. He is professional and and conscience about the work that he performs. I would definitely recommend him for any project that needs done."
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
After
After barn beams installed

+11

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
NTK Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"NTK did an outstanding job building a stone and wood bridge across a stream in my yard. It looks very natural, fitting in perfectly. Last year NTK installed french drains to draw water away from the house. They're a great company to work with and capable of most any kind of earth or stone work."
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+21

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Torre Acres, LLC
4.2(
17
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steve & Denny were great to work with. Communicative and professional and accommodating of my requests. The job was completed surpassed expectation. I will be hiring them again moving forward, and recommend you do the same."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Pittsburgh, PA

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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