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North Valley Construction
5.0(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were impressed by the high quality of the work preformed and their professionalism. All our expectations were met. Very nice job. Highly recommend."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spence's Tree Care
4.6(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very quick to respond and followed through with everything they promised, work was top notch."
Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Chris Kenyon Landscape Contractor
5.0(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very personable and professional, responsive to questions, and a great crew. It was a difficult job that required bringing everything in and out through the house by hand because of restricted access to the backyard. They were able to install a French drain and a well. Very pleased with the work and how the yard looks now, plus knowing that there is proper drainage away from house itself."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Green With Envy Construction Services
4.6(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Great job. Great price. Worked through some very unforgiving weather. Courteous and friendly. Always asked us for our input."
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SS Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time2 days
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Schenectady, NY

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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