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Avatar for Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
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
11 local quotes requested

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


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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Dolen Construction LLC
14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Dolen Construction LLC
14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
5
)
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!!

"Professional, efficient and effective!"

Geoff S 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!!

"Professional, efficient and effective!"

Geoff S on June 2025


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N.W. Development and Underground
1723 SE Fenton Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
N.W. Development and Underground
1723 SE Fenton Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
16 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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Gray Eagle Construction, LLC
3410 S G St
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Gray Eagle Construction, LLC
3410 S G St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

At Gray Eagle Construction LLC, we strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our focus being customer satisfaction. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the 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 mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!

"They’ve continued to follow up with their work. Came out and touched up paint and have taken care of all details. Brittany and her crew were great. I would hire them again"

Galen M on April 2025

At Gray Eagle Construction LLC, we strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our focus being customer satisfaction. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the 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 mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!

"They’ve continued to follow up with their work. Came out and touched up paint and have taken care of all details. Brittany and her crew were great. I would hire them again"

Galen M on April 2025


Avatar for DOUBLE J EXCAVATION LLC
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


Avatar for Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
PO Box 188
4.80(
46
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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
129 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


Avatar for Cornerstone Excavation, LLC
Cornerstone Excavation, LLC
14408 Cherry Creek Pl SW
5.00(
1
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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
90 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


Avatar for Pinpoint Construction LLC
Pinpoint Construction LLC
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Pinpoint Construction LLC
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
114 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Alex is incredibly honest, pragmatic and helpful. He assessed our community’s potential need and proceeded to discuss any potential restrictions on drainage with the county. We are restricted due to the infrastructure in the proposed drainage area - his thoroughness lost him work but gained our respect. We will look to him for any and all similar projects in the future."

Gabrielle D on February 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Alex is incredibly honest, pragmatic and helpful. He assessed our community’s potential need and proceeded to discuss any potential restrictions on drainage with the county. We are restricted due to the infrastructure in the proposed drainage area - his thoroughness lost him work but gained our respect. We will look to him for any and all similar projects in the future."

Gabrielle D on February 2025


Avatar for Tyler
Tyler
1004 Emerald St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Tyler
1004 Emerald St
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
179 local quotes requested

We are constantly innovating to stay ahead of industry trends and provide cutting edge solutions if you have a tough job we can handle it in a clan and professional matter. Our expertise is excavation that includes site prep, land clearing, grading, retaining wall etc. Feel free to give us a call to get a free estimate today!

"Everything went perfectly smooth and job was completed as desired. Phenomenal work!!"

Kristy S on October 2024

We are constantly innovating to stay ahead of industry trends and provide cutting edge solutions if you have a tough job we can handle it in a clan and professional matter. Our expertise is excavation that includes site prep, land clearing, grading, retaining wall etc. Feel free to give us a call to get a free estimate today!

"Everything went perfectly smooth and job was completed as desired. Phenomenal work!!"

Kristy S on October 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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