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Bolton Grading and Clearing
4.8(
20
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I NEVER leave reviews, BUT this one deserves a review. I called Bolton Grading & Clearing to do an estimate on clearing some land for me. They were out that afternoon giving me an estimate. Started that week and had it done within a week. Very affordable pricing. I explained what I wanted and DJ let me know what he thought. I let him go with it, and it turned out great. I had to remember he does this for a living not me. "
my projects
my projects
my projects
my projects
my projects

+5

Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlas Excavation & Land Management
5.0(
13
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ron and Brian were great. I needed an earth moving company ASAP and Ron was a great communicator and helped me with leveling for a playground and filling in a large hole I dug out with an excavator. I got overzealous and created a mess and Ron and his crew were able to not only fix my problem, but do it for a fair rate and a quick turnaround time. They listened to my needs and provided a great solution to my problem. I would recommend ATLAS to anyone and am really pleased with the work."
Response time5 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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M&D Property Solutions
4.9(
17
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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2D Professionals, LLC
4.8(
66
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired them to dismantle an existing walkway beside and behind the house and create a new one. WOW! It’s so beautiful and structurally sound. These guys are so easy to work with. The owner Dave, was able to make our somewhat hazy dreams a reality. Site manager Terry is knowledgeable and friendly. The staff are considerate of our property and friendly. We couldn’t be more pleased."
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+139

Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearly Leveled Up was great. They arrived on time and started working right away. The workers, Mike and BJ were very professional. They were courteous and very easy to converse with. They did exactly what we asked for and we love it !!! Wish we could have sent the photos of the work but the system keeps telling us the file was too large."
pond
pond
pond
pond
pond

+1

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A & G Concrete Services, Inc.
4.9(
7
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They extended our concrete patio. Fast reply, on site quote, and provided good recommendations on the job to be done. Excellent communication, they were on time, and their job was very professional. Great value and fair pricing. Jason and his team were fantastic."
Part 1 of dumpster pad
Part 2 of extended pad
Fire pit
Hot tub pad
Shop pad before finished

+81

Response time3 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bodine Investment
5.0(
5
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with Bodine Investment. The team was professional, and very efficient. They handled all of my belongings with care and made the entire moving process smooth and stress-free. Their customer service was excellent. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy movers."
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Raleigh, NC

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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