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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
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Serving Quitman, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Darren and his crew did an exceptional job removing all items from the location. very professional and polite"
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

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Response time10 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Miller Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Quitman, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew and his guys built me a 500 ft privacy fence for my business that turned out great and for a reasonable price. Made sure everything was to my liking and did a great job cleaning up. Would definitely recommend to anyone."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Parks Land Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Quitman, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"David Parks and his team removed some trees that had fallen during one of the hurricanes. Our yard was undisturbed by his equipment, and David was able to remove all evidence of debris from the storm. You can trust the Parks Land Service team to treat your property as their own and leave it better than they found it."
Response time1 day
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Redbird Landworks, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Quitman, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Red Bird Landworks did an excellent job clearing my land. They were efficient, thorough, and left the area clean and ready for my next project. Highly recommend them for anyone needing quick and quality land clearing work!"
Evergreen land clearing
Evergreen land clearing
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Thompson 2 Dirt Work, LLC
4.5(
15
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Serving Quitman, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Iâ d recommend Thompson 2 Dirtwork to anyone .. they know exactly what they are doing and they get it done quickly and with a fair price and also really friendly folks ! great experience overall Iâ ll definitely be using them again for future projects"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Quitman, LA

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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