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Three Forks Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Claude was great to work with. Claude trenched the power line and laid the conduit. Cut a new driveway and graveled it. Leveled a pad. I can't say enough things about how good he was to work with. I had ideas about how to do the project Claude showed me how it could be done better and cheaper."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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High Ridge Excavation, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"With a wealth of excavation experience behind him, James reshaped the slope of our driveway and prepped it for paver installation expertly. People walking or driving past have stopped to talk to me about the excavation and how nice the finished project is. I will be using his services again."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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L R Excavation, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are 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

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Kitchen

+13

Response time5 days
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Defensible Space Management LLC
5.0(
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Troy and Susan, prompt response and trip to our site to review the job and bid on it. Bid was competitive and fair. Work was begun on time, accomplished quickly and with professionlism, thoroughness and care for existing landscaping. We were very pleased with the result and will certainly hire them again in the future. Troy has exceptional knowledge of fire danger and protecting property from fire hazards in our area."
Rocky Point Project
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Rocky Point Project

+19

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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7 Pines Plumbing
5.0(
10
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was such a huge undertaking. Derrick made it as easy as possible. The whole project was done in just a few days. They were punctual and clean. I would highly recommend them for any plumbing work."
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Sewer Line Repair
Sewer Line Repair

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elevated Excavation, LLC
4.3(
7
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim was very easy to work with--he responded to calls/texts quickly, started and completed the job when he said he would, and was very polite and professional. It was clear that customer satisfaction is important to him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Scherrer Excavation Facebook
5.0(
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Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very good communicating. They let us know when they would be on site. They did the work the work they were supposed to do and then some addition work. They were proactive with what needed to be done. I was very pleased with experience!"
T550 with grader
S590 with rock bucket
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Bobcat Mike and Logan work well together!
Habitat for Humanity

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Prineville, 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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