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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Rapid City

Avatar for IMC Forestry Mulching
IMC Forestry Mulching
410 Spruce St
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
IMC Forestry Mulching
410 Spruce St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, efficiency, transparency, and customer service. We use new equipment, so that there is less down time, and so that your project can be completed in the most timely fashion. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!

"Very detailed and will get done what you want"

Justin F on February 2021

We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, efficiency, transparency, and customer service. We use new equipment, so that there is less down time, and so that your project can be completed in the most timely fashion. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!

"Very detailed and will get done what you want"

Justin F on February 2021


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Dagger One, LLC
PO Box 22
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Dagger One, LLC
PO Box 22
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DAGGER ONE, LLC 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.

"Great job, super friendly and easy to work with. Job finished. Would definitely use them again."

Jeanna B on April 2025

DAGGER ONE, LLC 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.

"Great job, super friendly and easy to work with. Job finished. Would definitely use them again."

Jeanna B on April 2025


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413 Services
13136 Cliff Drive
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
413 Services
13136 Cliff Drive
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

It is our mission, at 413 Services, to perform Tree Work and or Excavation Services with enthusiasm and courteousness in a SAFE and efficient manner, so that the property is cleaner when we leave with a happy property owner, all the while, providing a high-quality service at a reasonable and fair and honest price.

"Jeb was courteous, thorough and fairly priced. Did quick work. Very satisfied!"

Rebecca U on February 2024

It is our mission, at 413 Services, to perform Tree Work and or Excavation Services with enthusiasm and courteousness in a SAFE and efficient manner, so that the property is cleaner when we leave with a happy property owner, all the while, providing a high-quality service at a reasonable and fair and honest price.

"Jeb was courteous, thorough and fairly priced. Did quick work. Very satisfied!"

Rebecca U on February 2024


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1X Contractors
840 Park ST
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
1X Contractors
840 Park ST
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

1X Contractors 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.

"Easy to work with, schedule work with, show up when they say, get the job done right and when they say! Very good at communicating, they stepped up took the job when my other contractor had to back out at the last minute!!! They got the job done fast and did an awesome Job for us!!!! Theyâ ll make many more customers happy too!!! Recommend them any time!!!"

Blaine M on October 2023

1X Contractors 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.

"Easy to work with, schedule work with, show up when they say, get the job done right and when they say! Very good at communicating, they stepped up took the job when my other contractor had to back out at the last minute!!! They got the job done fast and did an awesome Job for us!!!! Theyâ ll make many more customers happy too!!! Recommend them any time!!!"

Blaine M on October 2023


Pendo'S Construction
PO Box 246
3.21(
14
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Pendo'S Construction
PO Box 246
3.21(
14
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Free onsite estimate

We are a full service construction company that work on residental and commercial properties. We offer free estimates and provide quality craftsmanship.

We are a full service construction company that work on residental and commercial properties. We offer free estimates and provide quality craftsmanship.


DAN'S DITCHING
5745 CORBIN DR
1.00(
1
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DAN'S DITCHING
5745 CORBIN DR
1.00(
1
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Darrell's Rock Sand & Gravel Inc
603 1st Street SE
5.00(
1
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Darrell's Rock Sand & Gravel Inc
603 1st Street SE
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional address - PO Box 359, Wessington Springs, SD, 57382. Locally owned & operated.

Additional address - PO Box 359, Wessington Springs, SD, 57382. Locally owned & operated.


Scheurer Force
7005 Brighton Street
No reviews
Scheurer Force
7005 Brighton Street
No reviews
6 years of experience

I grew up doing dirt work. My dad had an excavation company. I was operating machines before I knew how to drive ( I was driving around the ranch at age 8) I can dig houses, grade roads, do water/sewer lines, land clearing, basically anything that needs done with a machine. I am licensed and insured

I grew up doing dirt work. My dad had an excavation company. I was operating machines before I knew how to drive ( I was driving around the ranch at age 8) I can dig houses, grade roads, do water/sewer lines, land clearing, basically anything that needs done with a machine. I am licensed and insured


ELITE EXTERIORS INC
9715 N Fm 620 Apt 4110
4.67(
3
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ELITE EXTERIORS INC
9715 N Fm 620 Apt 4110
4.67(
3
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Royal Nielsen Construction
9469 Deerview Rd
No reviews
Royal Nielsen Construction
9469 Deerview Rd
No reviews
65 years of experience

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

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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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