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JW's Landscape Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JWs Landscape worked with me to clear my property of overgrown gardens, trees, etc to prep it for a lawn. They communicated with me throughout the entire process as I was not always on site. They were very accommodating of changes and requests I made as the work was being done."
 Paver driveway drainage failing
 Old fronty entry
 New Home with no walkway
 Building a stone wall on the water in Dover
 Landscape timbers falling down

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Tseranos Construction, LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We hiredTseranos Construction to add an addition to our home, mudroom, garage with primary suite above. I would highly recommend this company, work was completed on time and we were very happy with quality of work. The owner was always available to answer questions and help us through the construction process."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CZMGT LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Christian to remove tree stumps on our property. He gave us a price the next day and started work within a week. His work ethic is incredible—he left the site spotless and communicated clearly every step of the way. Since then, he’s regraded our driveway, removed an old chicken coop, and cleared brush. It’s safe to say Christian is our go-to contractor now."
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Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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East Coast Landcare, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had an area in our yard where we had removed a tree and grass would not grow. We tried reseeding for several years, and they result was always the same... a big bare patch. Dustin came up a great plan...stones, pavers and some plants, but plenty of room for us to personalize it. BTW...far right of the photo is a drainage ditch that he had to work around....integrated it nicely into his work."
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Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alliance company
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Portsmouth, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Owned and operated by Jide Williams, Alliance is a full-service site preparation and excavation company. We specialize in transforming raw land into build-ready sites through expert grading, land clearing, and demolition. Whether you need materials delivered, debris hauled out, or complex tank and stump removal, we provide the heavy equipment and the "lead contractor" expertise to keep your project on schedule and on budget.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Portsmouth, NH

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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