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Avatar for Dirt Road Excavation & Debris, LLC
Dirt Road Excavation & Debris, LLC
4.7(
35
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very challenging project in old building. The team did what needed to be done, were careful not to damage interior in spite of the challenges removing large and heavy equipment. Friendly, on time."
Response time11 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
4.9(
43
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Eric's to build a large retaining wall; approximately 100 feet long and 6 feet tall. They completed the work promptly, everyone I spoke to was professional and punctual, and the quality of the work is excellent. Fair price and great workmanship; recommend."
 grape arbor done with rough cut material
New Deck
Stair and Fence
Portland ADU (framing siding roofing)
  grape arbor done with rough cut material

+122

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for North Woods Tree Service
North Woods Tree Service
4.9(
127
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Northwoods to trim three Douglas fir trees approximately 75 feet tall in my SW Portland home. They were not able to do the job when they initially said because of an equipment failure but they followed through and did an excellent job trimming and clearing the deadwood from the trees. I was very happy with the job they did and with the clean up so I will definitely call them first when I have more work."
50 Feet From Tip To Top
Almost To The Top
Another View Of The Trunk
Arrival Of Crane
Base Log Was Sectioned

+104

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Guest & Son's Excavation and Land Management
Guest & Son's Excavation and Land Management
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hi, I'm Chase, owner of Guest & Son's Excavation and Land Management. We provide honest, reliable excavation services with quality workmanship, fair pricing, and clear communication from start to finish. Whether you need site preparation, grading, drainage, trenching, driveway work, land clearing, or other excavation services, we treat every property with care and every customer with respect. We offer free estimates and are committed to getting the job done right the first time.

Retaining Wall Footing Excavation
Aggregate Base Compaction
Footing Base Preparation
Creek Bank Stabilization
Farm Drain Tile Repair Completed

+22

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Holmes Concrete & Excavation LLC
Holmes Concrete & Excavation LLC
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had James come out to help clear an absolute mountain of overgrown blackberries in our yard, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, he was so kind, approachable, and an absolute pleasure to work with. His pricing was incredibly fair and transparent, and he didn't just meet our expectations—he went completely above and beyond with the quality of his work, turning a massive headache of a project into a clean, manageable space. We feel so lucky to have found him. We will definitely be reaching back out to him for future projects and are already recommending him to all our friends and family. If you need excavation or yard work done, James is your guy!!"
BLACK ITALIAN SLATE
BLACK ITALIAN SLATE
BROOMED PATIO
OVERALL VIEW
FRONT WALKWAY

+8

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RBP Construction LLC
4.6(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RBP Construction was founded by Ruben Bautista, his son Brandon, and their loving dog! Rambo. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Ruben always dreamed of owning his own business. \nI always dreamed of building something that is s my own. Since leaving my homeland of Veracruz, Mexico my aspiration and vision have been to build and build, we all have the capacity to create and grow something for ourselves and our families. We are proud of what we are doing, even through the tough times, we have an end goal in mind.\n\nRuben prides himself and his team in offering quality services in both residential and commercial construction. From excavations to concrete, and siding services, RBP Construction is your premier contractor in Oregon and Washington. No construction project is too big or too small! We have the knowledge, equipment, and capacity to make your building dreams come true. \n

RBP Construction LLC
RBP Construction LLC
RBP Construction LLC
RBP Construction LLC
Framing

+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Resolution Construction, LLC
Resolution Construction, LLC
4.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Resolution was excellent. Clear communication and follow through during the whole project. High quality work as well. We were highly satisfied and would definitely call them again for another project."
Basement Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
After
11

+140

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Portland, OR

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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