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Opulent Professional Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint Martinville, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired this company to clear my land and build a driveway. Everything came out exactly as promised. Would definitely hire this company again! They were professional and courteous. Everything was done in a timely manner for a fair price."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cornerstone Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint Martinville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very adequate on getting me a fair price, very well mannered, and was on time or early for everything. He demolished 2 sheds for me and did a very good job. And the cleanup after the demolition was very professional it’s like the sheds were never there! Highly recommend to anybody!"
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St

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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zuniga General Remodeling
4.7(
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Serving Saint Martinville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Lewis to do some sheet rock repair and painting at my Motherâ s home in Broussard. Although we had a slight miscommunication on the work to be performed, it was corrected and the work was performed as requested and my Mother is very satisfied. He arrived on time, was very professional and was able to accommodate some additional painting while he was there. We will be hiring him to do additional work in the near future and my Mother is already spreading his name around to her friends and neighbors."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Total Site Construction
5.0(
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Serving Saint Martinville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Shane and Beaux was very professional and helpful! There was a lot of equipment that needed to be moved and disposed of for the hospital! They did not mind helping and returned when they said they would! No complaints here!!!! Hard-Working Fellas during a trying time!!!!"
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Import A4
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Finish House Pad
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Saint Martinville, LA

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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