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Avatar for Fazio Excavating LLC
Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fazio excavating is remarkable. Incredibly responsive and conscientious about doing things right. This team goes above and beyond. Easy to see they take pride in their work. Very courteous and efficient. Highly recommend!"
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+19

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hribal’s Land Maintenance LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was kinda refreshing simply finding someone who was quick to respond to my request for work to be done, say what they could do,when they could do it and what it would cost. Then to top it off they actually did all those things as promised !! Very rare these days!!"
Old foundation removal
Old foundation removal
Old foundation removal
Yard grading
New home construction

+29

Avatar for Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor was very knowledgeable and responsive and took pride in his work, he always added his own personal touches to make whatever he was working on stand out his work was done in a very timely manner. If we were not sure about how something should be done he offer several ways it could be done just trying to be helpful in anyway"
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
After
After barn beams installed

+11

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
C&W Works, Inc.
3.7(
95
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Hired C&W (Pete) to uncover my septic tank and fix the entire system. We were in real trouble with a septic system that was backed up and unusable. For a family of 5 this was a very stressful situation. Pete took care of the entire problem in an extremely timely manner. True to his word he and his team fixed the problem and left the job site in perfect condition. Really can't imagine anyone else could have done this any better. Highly recommend using this company!"
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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3P Excavating & Plumbing LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

3P Excavating & Plumbing LLC is a professional residential contractor with more than 25 years of experience in the industry. We specialize in exterior work, we do everything from foundations to Landscaping. We pride ourselves on winning the job and earning your repeat business. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. If you seek a reliable professional call DJP Contracting & Development today for a free quote.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nate Brown's Residential Demolition
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with the end result and even more ecstatic about First Step's fundamentals. Very clean and organized. It was a wall separating my kitchen and living room so had to work around tile and carpet. It was definitely not an issue for Nate the owner. Well versed in his work and would definitely recommend him for any demo needed everytime. A1 service."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Omnipro
4.6(
102
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were prompt and completed the job timely in April 2017. We then had the driveway professionally sealed in June 2017 as they recommended. The problem is the concrete is now badly scaling. I called them twice to explain the situation and they said they would send someone to look at the problem. It's been over two months and no one has contacted me and no one ever came to see the condition of the concrete. I also sent an email to Omnipro through this site one month ago, and again no one responded. Very disappointed. I will only hire them for future work if they will demonstrate appropriate follow-up and resolution."
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Scottdale, PA

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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