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Tannahill Construction, LLC

PO Box 189
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Tannahill Construction, LLC

PO Box 189
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

At Tannahill Construction LLC it is our mission to provide the highest quality of service all aspects of our business. We are extremely thorough in services that we provide and aim to be very receptive to any client's issues, questions or concerns and handle them promptly and professionally. We take necessary steps to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with all of our contractual and assumed responsibilities. Above all else, we will fulfill these responsibilities while maintaining the highest ethical standards in both of our work and our character.

"With all the pitfalls of underground utilities Ken exhibited the experience and patience needed to see the job to completion"

Steve R on July 2021

At Tannahill Construction LLC it is our mission to provide the highest quality of service all aspects of our business. We are extremely thorough in services that we provide and aim to be very receptive to any client's issues, questions or concerns and handle them promptly and professionally. We take necessary steps to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with all of our contractual and assumed responsibilities. Above all else, we will fulfill these responsibilities while maintaining the highest ethical standards in both of our work and our character.

"With all the pitfalls of underground utilities Ken exhibited the experience and patience needed to see the job to completion"

Steve R on July 2021


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Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.

10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
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Approved Pro

Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.

10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 years of experience

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024


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Peanuts Professional Work, LLC

8009 292nd St S
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Peanuts Professional Work, LLC

8009 292nd St S
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have a minimum of $1500 per day, 1 machine, cost goes up according to size and scope of the project. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"This was an amazing company. Didn?t bullshit me on price, was very straightforward and genuine. Made my idea come to a reality and more! Awesome people, awesome work would definitely recommend! Thank you so much for your hard work and being so kind. "

jordan b on March 2025

We have a minimum of $1500 per day, 1 machine, cost goes up according to size and scope of the project. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"This was an amazing company. Didn?t bullshit me on price, was very straightforward and genuine. Made my idea come to a reality and more! Awesome people, awesome work would definitely recommend! Thank you so much for your hard work and being so kind. "

jordan b on March 2025


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N.W. Development and Underground

1723 SE Fenton Rd
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Approved Pro

N.W. Development and Underground

1723 SE Fenton Rd
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Approved Pro
23 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!


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Pablo Landscaping

3908 North West 18th Street
4.86(
99
)
Approved Pro

Pablo Landscaping

3908 North West 18th Street
4.86(
99
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
63 local quotes requested

With 16 years of experience the tree and landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from removal to trimming to . We will treat your home as we would treat our own and e are fully insured for your peace of mind. Give Pablo trees service a call today, we look forward to working with you! Small or big job welcome Ask about our discounted rates for recurring service!

"Job was completed correctly and efficiently. "

Terry S on August 2025

With 16 years of experience the tree and landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from removal to trimming to . We will treat your home as we would treat our own and e are fully insured for your peace of mind. Give Pablo trees service a call today, we look forward to working with you! Small or big job welcome Ask about our discounted rates for recurring service!

"Job was completed correctly and efficiently. "

Terry S on August 2025


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Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC

PO Box 188
4.80(
46
)
Approved Pro

Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC

PO Box 188
4.80(
46
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
122 local quotes requested

Veteran and family owned with 30 years' experience with a lot of experience in residential, commercial and Government work. Here at Bear Creek Asphalt Paving we are a full-service Asphalt paving company working with our customers to get the job done correctly. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. We are a general contractor and also do excavation work.

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."

candace k on April 2025

Veteran and family owned with 30 years' experience with a lot of experience in residential, commercial and Government work. Here at Bear Creek Asphalt Paving we are a full-service Asphalt paving company working with our customers to get the job done correctly. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. We are a general contractor and also do excavation work.

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."

candace k on April 2025


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Dolen Construction LLC

14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
6
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Dolen Construction LLC

14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"The work done was outstanding, the customer service was professional and friendly. Overall it was a great experience!"

Jordan G on June 2025

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"The work done was outstanding, the customer service was professional and friendly. Overall it was a great experience!"

Jordan G on June 2025


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Zitterich Excavating, Landscape & Design, LLC

48903 284th Ave SE
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro

Zitterich Excavating, Landscape & Design, LLC

48903 284th Ave SE
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ZITTERICH EXCAVATING, LANDSCAPE & DESIGN LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. We specialize in Dirt work / Excavation / Remodels / ADUs and Landscaping. There is no job too big or too small, give us a call!

"I would hire Zitterich again without hesitation. The work done exceeded my expectations!"

Vicki F on July 2024

ZITTERICH EXCAVATING, LANDSCAPE & DESIGN LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. We specialize in Dirt work / Excavation / Remodels / ADUs and Landscaping. There is no job too big or too small, give us a call!

"I would hire Zitterich again without hesitation. The work done exceeded my expectations!"

Vicki F on July 2024


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DOUBLE J EXCAVATION LLC

16806 150th St NW Gig Harbor, WA 98329
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

DOUBLE J EXCAVATION LLC

16806 150th St NW Gig Harbor, WA 98329
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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.

"Very professional and very punctual on time and worked till job was done explained everything about the job. Very reasonably priced Would be hiring this company again I would highly recommend recommend this company."

Barb B on April 2025

We are 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.

"Very professional and very punctual on time and worked till job was done explained everything about the job. Very reasonably priced Would be hiring this company again I would highly recommend recommend this company."

Barb B on April 2025


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Cornerstone Excavation, LLC

14408 Cherry Creek Pl SW
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Cornerstone Excavation, LLC

14408 Cherry Creek Pl SW
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
69 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of excavating and septic system services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went great, very professional, Awsome communication, and plainly got the job done when I needed it! They did foundation cut and gravel/ rock deliveries/ tree removal. Very happy as I always am with working with them! Fair price for great work!"

Nick M on November 2024

We offer a variety of excavating and septic system services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went great, very professional, Awsome communication, and plainly got the job done when I needed it! They did foundation cut and gravel/ rock deliveries/ tree removal. Very happy as I always am with working with them! Fair price for great work!"

Nick M on November 2024

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Tacoma, 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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