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Top-Rated Building site preparation and clearing pros in Providence - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for South Shore Excavation
South Shore Excavation
5.0(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt and John did a wonderful job. We needed our lawn leveled and seeded, a old tree trunk removed, and a curved sidewalk poured. In fact, they were also working on a friend's sidewalk job just down the road from us. They scheduled both our sidewalk pour and our friend's just so the cost of the overall concrete was kept at a reasonable price. They took their time and didn't rush. I did my due-diligence and obtained multiple quotes for the job. (I actually had one contractor imply the job might be too small for him.) Matt handles large jobs! But he will also take the small ones. I do not feel you'll go wrong with South Shore Excavation!"
Garage
Garage floor Demo
Garage floor revamp
Garage redig
Garage floor prep for new concrete

+82

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Delfino Corporation
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1962

Customers say: True professional

"Extremely professional, prompt, and deliver as promised. I couldn’t be happier with the job Delfino Construction did at my house. They exceeded my expectations with the work they did and always showed up when they said they would would highly recommend them for any and all of your contract needs."
Jamestown Residence Improvements
Scituate Residence Improvements
Parking expansion
Drone footage of plan view. Septic tank- 200’ forcemain to Elgens field
Jamestown Residence Improvements

+63

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A. Macari Construction Co, Inc.
4.4(
19
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired A. Macari for a difficult brush clearing job. It was clearing almost 7 acres of overgrown thorn bushes. The job was too big for most landscapers/residential developers and too small for most larger commercial development specialists. Anthony and Michelle contacted me promptly. From the site assessment to the final billing they were always upfront and clear about their methods, schedules, costs, everything. Their quote was 10% less than my next lowest offer. And the final result of the work was better than I'd ever hoped."
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Asphalt Overlay

+70

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Picturesque Incorporated
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Picturesque Incorporated did an amazing job! Highly recommend using them. Mike is honest and completely reasonable in pricing. He will work with you and your budget in order for you to be happy. He put crushed stone under my deck. I came home and everything looked perfect. He even watered my trees. I have called him multiple times for his insight on landscaping projects, i will be using him very soon again for multiple projects. Thank you Mike!"
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+19

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alliance company
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI 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.

Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Process
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Andrews Landscaping, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from maintenance to tree trimming. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Andrew's Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time3 hrs
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KFG Concrete Construction
4.8(
64
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recommend Kevin from KFG concrete he was on time call you back requested a quote came out on a Sunday took measurements of the steps came out Monday demolished them and next day the new steps were installed. I would hire him for any work that has to be done. He was very good and dependable."
Traditional / decorative
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+74

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Providence, RI

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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