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C & L Bulldozing
5.0(
3
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Terry was awesome to work with. He went above and beyond on our projects. He has done several projects for us including clearing trees, building a driveway, and putting in a pad for our home build."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dega Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sean and his colleagues repaired/replaced three large culverts that had washed out from a logging road that was about 3/4 mile long. They regraded the road, removed and repaired or reinstalled three different culverts and were in and out on time, despite plenty of rain. They came in within budget and the communication between contractor and client was excellent. I trust this guy like few other contractors I have hired."
French Drain on high side of barn
Multiple Utilities Supply Ditch
Multiple Utilities Supply Ditch
During Clean Up
After Machine Grading

+7

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & K Dirt Works
4.6(
20
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great job. They Scraped and removed the grass and leveled out the driveway with the tractor and refreshed the old gravel and deliver 2 loads of gravel and spread it out evenly in our parking area and down the driveway. It was a pleasure working with the owner and the guys that came out."
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Huntsville Tree Pros LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We needed a few trees cut and removed. Huntsville Tree Pros gave us a free estimate and had the best price. They showed up on time and had the work completed in the timeline we discussed. We highly recommend and will be using them again soon!"
We Do Trees
We Do Trees
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DeBoer Dirt and Land
5.0(
5
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DDL was without a doubt one of the most professional and knowledgeable companies I have dealt with. Price was great, quality of work was great, and he even got to it quick! If you need something done and want it done right give DDL a call and it will be done the right way the first time! He is a veteran as well ."
Burnt house
Burnt house
Cleared and leveled to home owners preference.
Finished to desired grade.
House demolition

+39

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Handyman services
4.9(
7
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Serving Scottsboro, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There isn’t anything this man cannot do. On this day Andy came and added a 4 plug outlet on wall, put TV mount up, and put 75” TV up on mount. Under it went in a floating shelf as well. I continue to approve of his work, work ethic and overall self. Very pleasant and he listens to what you want done. He will remain in my ever so important contact list."
Deck boards and stairs repair !!
Before and after of the step install !!
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Drywall repair
Backsplash!!

+56

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Scottsboro, AL

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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