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BossHogg Industries
4.9(
58
)

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"BossHogg Industries demolished an 1850's 3-story, 3000+ sq. ft. house (w/basement & 2 tall chimney's) and 7 other outbuildings that were beyond repair; also filled in a well. We were impressed with owner, John Kahl, right from the start; he was very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. He took care of required permits and clearly explained how he would take down the buildings, clean up/remove debris, bring in necessary soil for grading and leave the demo areas in good condition. AND we were NOT disappointed! OUTSTANDING job by John, Amber and Cliff, working together so efficiently and completing the job on time and within budget. Given the amount of debris, we were AMAZED at how clean everything was left. These buildings held many memories for us, but because this team was so pleasant, considerate and took care of everything, the entire experience was less emotional for us! We would highly recommend this company to anyone needing their services, and we were very proud to support this veteran-owned company!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Rick's Renovations, Inc.
5.0(
11
)

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rick did a great job and was very professional throughout the entire process. I had to coordinate with other contractors and Rick made it very easy for us by being flexible with his schedule. The job turned out better than expected! I would 100% recommend Rick for any grading or excavating needs. Thanks again, Rick!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Yards Plus, LLC
4.7(
238
)

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Yards Plus. Wanted to improve the curb appeal in front of my house. Mike made a site visit and recommended several shrubs and plants he thought would work. After my wife made a couple of substitutions, Mike picked up the plants from the nursery on Saturday and delivered them to my residence., He and his crew came back Monday and worked non-stop removing the existing shrubbery and planted the new selections until the job was complete. I can't say enough about Mike and his team's conscientiousness. I highly recommend them for any landscaping needs."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
10
)

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DJ discussed and updated the backyard grading plan with me very efficiently. He presented many good ideas and his team completed the whole project in less than a week. Would definitely like to work with him again."
Driveway install
Lot clearing
Curb and creek job
Retention pond
Driveway install

+22

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
4
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Work done was done in a timely manner . Done as agreed upon . Very Professional results , Great individual to talk to , listens and has the property owners satisfaction , at high degree. Fortunate to have had him recommended to me ."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+2

44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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A W MASONRY & RESTORATION
4.7(
139
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Alan to replace a badly deteriorated garage floor and to install a parking pad next to the garage off an alley. When he came to the site to give the estimate he also pointed out some failed mortar joints and significant stair-step cracking along the rear wall. In all, he and his crew repaired multiple sections of old mortar and replaced a rusty lintel; removed the old concrete garage floor; prepared the garage and exterior parking pad, removing dirt and a tree; formed up the new 18x18 garage floor and 20x20 parking pad, with a 4' apron; and poured the new concrete with appropriate finishes. I am absolutely thrilled with the finished product. Alan and his crew were a delight to work with. He clearly communicated changes in plans to work around weather and set expectations on scheduling and how long it would be before the concrete would be ready to be parked on. The site was left clean and neat at the end of each day, and the substantial, unavoidable disruption of the alley was repaired at the end of each day to make it presentable and drivable. No damage was done to my property or neighboring properties. I expected the initial estimate to be significantly higher, yet Alan committed to it, and the only small changes were due to additional work I requested while they were there. I could not be happier with how this project came together, and Alan was a delight to work with. I have several other smaller projects planned over the next few years and hope I'll be able to use him for those, as well!"
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+15

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BossHogg Industries
4.9(
54
)

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BossHogg Industries demolished an 1850's 3-story, 3000+ sq. ft. house (w/basement & 2 tall chimney's) and 7 other outbuildings that were beyond repair; also filled in a well. We were impressed with owner, John Kahl, right from the start; he was very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. He took care of required permits and clearly explained how he would take down the buildings, clean up/remove debris, bring in necessary soil for grading and leave the demo areas in good condition. AND we were NOT disappointed! OUTSTANDING job by John, Amber and Cliff, working together so efficiently and completing the job on time and within budget. Given the amount of debris, we were AMAZED at how clean everything was left. These buildings held many memories for us, but because this team was so pleasant, considerate and took care of everything, the entire experience was less emotional for us! We would highly recommend this company to anyone needing their services, and we were very proud to support this veteran-owned company!"
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+64

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Richmond, VA

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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