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J&M Construction
4.8(
25
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Javier and his crew did an outstanding job for us. Very knowledgeable, and kept us informed through the whole process through of the completion of work. "
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+26

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GreatView Contracting
4.7(
12
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional group, quick responses and they go above and beyond. Customer service 10/10, highly recommend for all your business snow removal AND landscaping needs. "
El Cid Landscaping
El Cid Landscaping
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El Cid Landscaping

+86

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC
4.9(
5
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These gentlemen did an outstanding job with my project. They are passionate about going above and beyond and are extremely hard workers! I will defiantly use them again and highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks guys."
2020 John Deere 333g
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Goch Quality Construction, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Communicated the job and availability very well and kept in contact and was punctual. He did the job completely, was friendly, and honored his estimate."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundbreaking Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Big Blue Lawncare LLC Did a wonderful job on my lawn. I’d definitely recommend them to others! "
Demolition
Demolition
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Express Damage Restoration of Kentucky, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough great things about Express Damage Restoration of Kentucky, LLC. From the very first call, their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. They arrived quickly, assessed the damage thoroughly, and clearly explained every step of the restoration process."
Response time30 mins
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Currans Contracting
4.2(
15
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Should be NO STARS. After agreeing to project, Currans kept delaying the starting date for 7 months. Went with another contractor. 17 Feb 2025 – Chose Currans to do the project. 24 Mar 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: "...end of April..." (no activity in April) 20 May 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “waiting for weather to clear” 1 Jun 2025 – Phillips: Asked to postpone until July, due to travel. 8 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “You all are on the schedule”. 26 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes, sir. 100%” that we are on schedule. 31 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Shooting for August 16th” 15 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. You’re up next week.” 28 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. Things have been hectic between your schedule and mine. I will let you know something definitive this afternoon.” Nothing heard since 28 Aug 2025"
Sidewalk repair
Back yard excavate finish grade driveway add on
Driveway demo & pour
60X80 Pad cut, frame & pour.
Landscape water control

+58

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Richmond, KY

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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