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DirtRaptor -
5.0(
19
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I've used Dirt Raptors exclusively for all grading, road, concrete and tree work on my 5 acres in Gold Bar. They've transformed completely undeveloped, overgrown and over treed land into a beautiful homesite for my family. They're honest and fair and I'll hire them again."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
VISTA GARDENS
4.9(
90
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Couldn't have gone better. I found Rodrigo on Angi, but then discovered that several of our neighbors had used him and loved him. We were going to get multiple bids but after talking with him, he was so nice, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced that we decided to go ahead on his removing the concrete. We then came up with the idea of using that concrete as a broken concrete entryway path and decided to have him do that as well when our backyard unit was finished. Couldn't have made a better choice. He's creative, conscientious, meticulous, notices things that we hadn't thought of and just a terrific person to work with. Our broken concrete entryway has different colored stones in between and it looks great, a wonderful entrance to the new house. Rodrigo also did a surface for a bike shed we're building and a walkway to and platform for a hot tub. We'd recommend him to anyone."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pinpoint Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pinpoint re-graded and re-graveled my driveway, using a laser to accurately slope the drive, so water would drain away from the house. Re-grading involved excavation of the old gravel (to lower the drive), removal of some large rocks which were encountered, and hauling away of all the excavated material. New gravel was then spread and compacted. I am completely happy with the work and Pinpoint. Pinpoint was professional, with good equipment, arrived on time, did what they said they would do, completed the work promptly, didn't leave a mess, and provided a great looking job. I would definitely hire Pinpoint again. "
Gravel driveway
Ruts in the driveway which causing the water to run down the driveway?
Well utility trench
Gravel driveway
Driveway work in North Kitsap

+15

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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ProWorks Enterprises
4.7(
21
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They really do excellent work and staff are friendly andr very professional. I'm a satisfied customer and I highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GBD, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a large, 100 year old, dairy barn that had collapsed. GBD visited the site, quoted a price to demo the structure. They showed up on time, completed all work as quoted, finished on time and billed exactly what was quoted. Great company to work with. I highly recommend them."
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+40

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iron Earth Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Iron Earth is the complete deal. They took down an 70 yr old garage that had seen much better days and replaced it with an exciting new garage and RV Port with a storage loft. Dan Faris and his crew did a marvelous job of tackling every step of the process; from planning, permitting, design, teardown, removal of old garage and every facet of the build. Unlike some contractors I've experienced in the past, he listened to our wants and needs. Discussing what could and couldn't be done while providing the details. I knew they were offering us to be partners in the process, not telling us what the project would be like others had. The team was professional and reliable i knew I could trust them in every facet. Iron Earth Construction and Dan Faris will be my go to for future projects, as I know I can rely on them. "
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Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Seattle, WA

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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