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Avatar for Castaneda Grading & Excavating
Castaneda Grading & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Humberto dug out bamboo roots, removed all of the existing dirt 12" down, and replaced it with fresh dirt to 3" below grade so that we could finish our project without worrying that the bamboo would come back. He did EXCELLENT work, cleaned up, was efficient, and just an overall pleasure to do business with. Cannot recommend enough!"
Garden
Graded
Finished driveway
Final slope grade
Finish grade 4 inches below sidewalk

+77

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SH Grading & Excavating
5.0(
15
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was basically a demolition project. I had to have a 75 year old concrete circular retaining wall buried in the center of my asphalt driveway that had to be removed so that we could plant an oak tree. The wall was approximately 25 feet in circumference, 4 feet high and the concrete at least 3 inches thick. The bottom foot and half of the wall was covered with earth that had to be dug out by hand. Jose accomplished this extremely difficult job in a day and a half working right along side his helpers. He was able break up and haul away the concrete and did a great job cleaning up the site. He is courteous, professional and his rates are extremely fair. I would definitely recommend him for any job."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Dirt pile

+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Earthworks
4.6(
20
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Advanced Earthworks is an extraordinarily good company to work with. Adam the owner came in person to look at my demolition project- submitted a detailed estimate promptly with start and finish time. He showed precise care not to damage any trees or landscape. His knowledge and advice are much appreciated.. he and his team were very professional and friendly . This company deserves top rating - head and shoulders above other bids."
 Excavations
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
10
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went great I highly recommend them All of their Employees Are very nice and hard workers no slackers Kept our property clean when they left every day They even laid big tarps underneath their trucks to keep the streets clean Marco would come by every day to check on things Louis the man that laid the pavers He did a great job He didn’t just throw down any paver he made sure the shapes and colors were just right like an artist he takes pride in his work We are very happy with our new backyard would highly recommend them."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Additional Photos

+63

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clint Pridmore Construction, LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Clint to replace our entire septic system and was very happy with the experience. I am renovating my home remotely from across the country and needed someone who was a good communicator, trustworthy and did quality work. I feel I got all of that from Clint. He was very easy to work with throughout this entire process. He helped me navigate what system was best (and most economical) while getting the county approvals. His pricing was straight forward and there were no surprise expenses that typically come up when using other contractors. In fact, Clint took on the cost for a tank upgrade and did not pass that on to me. He also seems to be well-liked at the Napa County building dept. which is another good sign. I recommend to anyone looking to replace their septic system to reach out to Clint Pridmore Construction."
2000 gallon septic Install
Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Viking Pavers Inc
4.3(
23
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Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"The work was done 5 yrs. ago and it was very good. It was done in a timely way. Over the past few odd weather years there has been some settling along one edge of the area. I called and although Labor Day got in the way I did get a response the following week. George came up and saw the situation. Yesterday, two hard workers came up and re-layed a significant strip of the pavers and it looks like new."
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+17

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Saint Helena, CA

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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