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Clifton Excavating
4.8(
42
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The customer service is almost perfect. The business is professional and did interact well with the answers suggestions etc., on questions I had about my project, and zeroed in on my immediate concerns for my project. I would have scored higher in customer service, but I learned a little too late of a fee to be paid when using credit card as payment. I was told a credit or debit card could be used, but not of a fee attached. *On the day of payment, I had to pay up % additional $14 to $15. So in fairness, the rating of 3 for customer service is because it this fee was therefore unexpected. I would have prepared to have another form of payment."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thickett-B-Gone
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ron and crew took down two trees, one large one very close to the house. They cleared up all debris and carted away. Ron cut the trees very low to the ground for us. Very good price, best quote we got. We would highly recommend and will use them again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goch Quality Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a pressure washing job done, and I couldn?t be more satisfied with the results. The team arrived on time, was professional throughout, and did a great job cleaning everything as discussed. The surfaces look brand new again ? they really brought everything back to life. The work was done efficiently and with attention to detail. Overall, a smooth and positive experience. Highly recommend their services!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hunts Land Clearing & Dirt Work
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Hunts Land Clearing & Dirt Work is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business.

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Logsdon’s Land Clearing & Grading
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Logsdon’s Land Clearing & Grading is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Perdue Excavating
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Perdue Excavating has over 30 years experience servicing all of Nicholasville, Jessamine County and surrounding counties. We are a one stop shop for all your excavating needs and no job is to big nor to small for our equipment to handle. We are a family owned and locally operated business that strives for perfection on every job and guarantee customer satisfaction Give us a call today for a free estimate.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Stanford, KY

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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