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GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
4.9(
76
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was perfect. He responded to my request for an estimate immediately. He came that afternoon and stuck to the estimate even though we added a few things that was not there the first time. Communication was excellent, he came on time, and took everything that we agreed and more. Perfect service overall."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mack Tree Service
4.9(
12
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I failed to notice that the half of the tree that had not fallen onto my roof was very vulnerable to being blown down, possibly on my house, until the afternoon of the day they began work. They agreed to take that tree down as well, offering to do it the same day. They worked until 9 pm and completed all requested work."
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SMS Paving
4.4(
7
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional! Customer friendly and extremely helpful. Work crew was courteous and dependable while finishing the job on time and as promised.. The work was done well and met even exceeded my expectations."
New Driveway in Progress
Top Soil Delivered
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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HNI Builders
5.0(
4
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They contacted my rite away, came out within 2 days. Gave me a fair price and did a great job. They far exceeded my expectations. Great people to deal with from beginning to end. Would use them and recommend them in the future."
Kitchen Renovation
Family Room Renovation
Dining Room Renovation
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+20

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arbor Edge
5.0(
1
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"10+ Stars!!! The crew at Arbor Edge are phenomenal!! They are very professional and efficient! The owner Ethan is full of ideas and made sure that my landscape and building project went smooth and was completed in a timely matter! I have worked with many forestry and land clearing companies in the past and this company is by far the best!! Thank you Arbor Edge Forestry!!! "
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SHAE Land Services, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"My driveway was a mess after winter. Leon was able to grade my driveway and added more gravel. No more potholes or washouts. Highly recommend! Great work...Thank you so much."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
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Murphy’s Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Red Hook, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

"Murphy's Excavation 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."

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Red Hook, NY

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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