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Avatar for C & K Dirt Works
C & K Dirt Works
4.6(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Summerville, GA 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 time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Haddock Construction LLC.
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Summerville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent contractor . Will never use any other but them. They had ethics and provided a detailed explanation of the work they would be performing. They lived up to my expectations. My driveway looks great and other repairs that were done exceeded my expectations . Can’t say enough good about this company! The work was done in the timeframe they specified. They did what they said they would do and did it when they said they would as well. Again, they will remain my contractor going forward for any future needs."
Truck Scale Concrete
Truck Scale Concrete
Lab containment walls
Lab containment walls
Lab containment walls

+4

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAC Services, LLC
4.7(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Summerville, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GAC Services did an outstanding job clearing my brand-new property, which was densely packed with forest, thick trees, and years of overgrowth. The project was massive, but Austin handled it with professionalism, efficiency, and care. Despite some weather delays, he showed up as often as possible and made excellent progress each time. I was impressed by his equipment, work ethic, and the respect he showed for the land. Highly recommend GAC Services for top-quality land clearing."
250 gal propane tank installation
250 gal propane tank installation
250 gal propane tank installation
Underground propane tank
250 gal propane tank installation

+52

Response time1 day
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for Byers Land Clearing & Excavation LLC
Byers Land Clearing & Excavation LLC
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Summerville, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Being in the housing industry for years you see alot of things and end up giving a lot of new people chances at earning your business just as my case was but when I needed some land cleared up and ready in a hurry I came across a card for Byers Land Clearing and Excavation LLC so I gave them a call and I just have to say Mr Byers did an exceptional job from his professionalism, pricing, and knowledge I was blown away and impressed Byers land clearing and excavation will for sure be my choice for all of mine and my family’s future needs and endeavors I believe you should give them a call as well"
Site Prep
Grading Work
Pond Installation
Pond Installation
Pond Installation

+10

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Summerville, GA

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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