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Avatar for Hunter Land Worx, LLC
Hunter Land Worx, LLC
4.4(
21
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chad Hunter performed a site visit and delivered a quote within 3 days of my request. We agreed upon a scope of work, the cost to perform, and a start date. His team was very professional and the grading project following stump removal looks perfect. Very satisfied. Chad Hunter's personal follow up with me as the project executed was timely and included pictures. Awesome job. Awesome level of customer communications."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Pond Excavation

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Halvorsen Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Company performed multiple jobs: site preps & lands-cap grading & sloping. Excellent customer service, punctual, reasonable cost, provided numerous idea options. Will definitely hire this company again!"
Response time2 days
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Carolina Land and Debris LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I couldn't be happier with my back deck demo by Carolina Land and Debris. The entire team was a pleasure to work with from the initial consultation to the removal of the deck. They showed up on time, worked hard, cleaned up, and completed the project quickly and as scheduled. I would definitely recommend to anyone who has a demo project."
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
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PJs Services
4.7(
3
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."
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Additional Photos

+13

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McCully Land Services, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Lee McCully cares highly about the work he does. I was comfortable in knowing the job was going to be done right and then some. Went above and beyond for me.Kept me informed every step, if an issue came up to change the original plan he was asking me what I wanted rather than hiding it like most companies. Will use again when I plan the next project. Great guy and glad I got to meet him."
Stump Grinding
Forestry Mulching
Land Clearing
Forestry Mulching
Project In-Process

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Ridgeville, SC

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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