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Avatar for Atlas Excavation & Land Management
Atlas Excavation & Land Management
9937 Huntwyck Drive
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Atlas Excavation & Land Management
9937 Huntwyck Drive
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, We take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"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."

Chris R on October 2021

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, We take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"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."

Chris R on October 2021


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Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Allison's Welding 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.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022

Allison's Welding 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.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022


Bolton Property Maintenance
6517 Cablewood Drive
4.83(
3
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Approved Pro
Bolton Property Maintenance
6517 Cablewood Drive
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great courtesy and on time."

Rusty S on July 2022

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great courtesy and on time."

Rusty S on July 2022


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Braddy Construction
114 Miles Dr
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Braddy Construction
114 Miles Dr
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Completed several projects as reviewed and stayed to the tasks. Double checked along the way that expectations were being met. Great attitudes and had all tools to complete the entire job. "

Michael P on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Completed several projects as reviewed and stayed to the tasks. Double checked along the way that expectations were being met. Great attitudes and had all tools to complete the entire job. "

Michael P on April 2025


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Adams BuiltCorporation LLC
255 Farmview Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Adams BuiltCorporation LLC
255 Farmview Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

A.B.C. provides professional excavation and utility services, including site prep, grading, trenching, and underground utility installation. We deliver safe, efficient, and reliable solutions for residential and commercial projects using modern equipment and experienced crews.

"I hired Adams BuiltCorporation LLC to grade and fix my backyard which was left in a mess by the builder. Branson did an excellent job of grading and seeding my yard removing the deep ruts left by the builder's equipment allowing me to mow the yard with ease. In addition, I am hiring this company to do additional landscaping around my home in the very near future. Thank you so much Branson!"

Kathie T on May 2025

A.B.C. provides professional excavation and utility services, including site prep, grading, trenching, and underground utility installation. We deliver safe, efficient, and reliable solutions for residential and commercial projects using modern equipment and experienced crews.

"I hired Adams BuiltCorporation LLC to grade and fix my backyard which was left in a mess by the builder. Branson did an excellent job of grading and seeding my yard removing the deep ruts left by the builder's equipment allowing me to mow the yard with ease. In addition, I am hiring this company to do additional landscaping around my home in the very near future. Thank you so much Branson!"

Kathie T on May 2025


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Watson's Ground Works
970 McKay Dr
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Watson's Ground Works
970 McKay Dr
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We hired WGW to clear and grade the area for our above ground pool. They were thorough and efficient, with fair pricing. "

Sara L on March 2025

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We hired WGW to clear and grade the area for our above ground pool. They were thorough and efficient, with fair pricing. "

Sara L on March 2025


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American Property Maintenance Company
115 High Rock Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
American Property Maintenance Company
115 High Rock Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
106 local quotes requested

We are a turnkey Earthworks and hard scape company. American Property Maintenance specializes in drainage design, solutions, and mediation. Our knowledge and experience allows us to mediate storm water and drainage problems with a combination of NDS solutions, grading, excavation, and retaining walls. We install both structural and decorative retaining walls. We design and install interlocking pavers and natural stone walkways and patios. In combination of our services we can turn an unusable area into a wonderful outdoor living space for yours and other to enjoy. We provide commercial and residential lot clearing, grubbing, erosion control, stabilization, and excavation. Give us a call today to see how we can help you!

"Over the last few years I’ve worked with APMC now on nine different projects. Four for myself, three for immediate neighbors, and two for family. Everyone’s been more than satisfied which is why we always call them up for our other projects or recommend them."

Jerry C on October 2023

We are a turnkey Earthworks and hard scape company. American Property Maintenance specializes in drainage design, solutions, and mediation. Our knowledge and experience allows us to mediate storm water and drainage problems with a combination of NDS solutions, grading, excavation, and retaining walls. We install both structural and decorative retaining walls. We design and install interlocking pavers and natural stone walkways and patios. In combination of our services we can turn an unusable area into a wonderful outdoor living space for yours and other to enjoy. We provide commercial and residential lot clearing, grubbing, erosion control, stabilization, and excavation. Give us a call today to see how we can help you!

"Over the last few years I’ve worked with APMC now on nine different projects. Four for myself, three for immediate neighbors, and two for family. Everyone’s been more than satisfied which is why we always call them up for our other projects or recommend them."

Jerry C on October 2023


Neptune's Excavation and Land Management
Based In
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Neptune's Excavation and Land Management
Based In
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
150 local quotes requested

We specialize in tree service/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage, bushhog/brush cutting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Jimmie G on August 2024

We specialize in tree service/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage, bushhog/brush cutting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Jimmie G on August 2024


Capstone Building Company, LLC.
PO Box 1309
4.00(
9
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Capstone Building Company, LLC.
PO Box 1309
4.00(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
15 years of experience

Capstone Building Company, LLC. is a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor that is committed to the highest level craftsmanship and integrity. Our attention to detail and quality is what sets us apart from other companies. We employ the best carpenters in the area and specialize in new construction as well as remodeling and home improvements. We are bonded, insured and hold a Builders Unlimited License.

Capstone Building Company, LLC. is a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor that is committed to the highest level craftsmanship and integrity. Our attention to detail and quality is what sets us apart from other companies. We employ the best carpenters in the area and specialize in new construction as well as remodeling and home improvements. We are bonded, insured and hold a Builders Unlimited License.


Rainstorm Solutions
203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews
Rainstorm Solutions
203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews
16 years of experience

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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