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Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
5
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up early to start clearing on time. Very professional service and equipment. Outstanding results at affordable price highly recommend"
checking grade
After
Fence line mulching
Rite of way clearing
She shed

+20

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
7
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hobbs excavating was very professional and thorough with the work. They did a great job on cleanup and worked efficiently. I highly recommend Hobbs Excavating."
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
6
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simpsons is the quickest answer I had on how to fix my basement leak. Ronnie came out assessed my situation told me the best plan. When he told me he was gonna be there he was there on the second he said. Great appreciation of his customer service if he had to come in to the house for anything would take his muddy boots off and come in with clean set or plastic wrap coverings 10 out of 10 recommend"
Rebuilding pool deck and releveling the ground for the pool
Retaining wall rebuild
Final grade work
French drains
Demolition on garage

+55

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mulryan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In the spring of 2023 we hired Mulryan Excavating to reshape and reconstruct our pond. It was overgrown and was beginning to not look like a pond and more like an oversized puddle. They did an amazing job and we could not be happier with the outcome."
Back yard restoration
Pond restoration
Pond restoration
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kole Jones Excavating
5.0(
1
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kole Jones Excavating did fantastic work for us. They dug out the crawl space and footers for our new home build. Kole does quick, clean work. Heâ s very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Prices are great. I would recommend to anyone!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clark Landscape
New to Angi

Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n

Response time4 days
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Advanced Restoration & Waterproofing
4.4(
457
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Serving Scotland, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was really happy with the work and helpfullness during and after our project. Everything was on time and workers were very clean and helpful..The owner himself stayed in constant contact and even was on site alot working with his men.. The price was very good also in comparison to the other quotes. I would very much reccomend this company"
Wet Crawlspace
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+20

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Scotland, IN

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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