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Jernigan and Sons

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Jernigan and Sons

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very knowledgeable and professional."

Ismael R on May 2021

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very knowledgeable and professional."

Ismael R on May 2021


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Level One Grading, Inc.

5.00(
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Level One Grading, Inc.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Visit our website www.levelonegrading.com evel One Grading, Inc. is committed to excellence 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 our 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.

"Did an excellent job"

Dave W on January 2022

Visit our website www.levelonegrading.com evel One Grading, Inc. is committed to excellence 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 our 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.

"Did an excellent job"

Dave W on January 2022


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Straight Line Total Construction, LLC

5.00(
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Straight Line Total Construction, LLC

5.00(
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Straight Line Total Construction LLC 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.

"Very professional company and did great work."

Linda M on February 2023

Straight Line Total Construction LLC 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.

"Very professional company and did great work."

Linda M on February 2023


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A1 Land & Environmental Services, Inc.

4.98(
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A1 Land & Environmental Services, Inc.

4.98(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Welcome to A1 Land & Environmental Services! With over 12 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer!. Our main focus is Erosion Control, Site Prep, Land Clearing, Bush Hogging and Underground drains. Call us today to learn more about how we can help (813) 470-0222

"The whole team from Lisa in the office to Jacob and the entire team they did an outstanding job ."

Ralph J on August 2022

Welcome to A1 Land & Environmental Services! With over 12 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer!. Our main focus is Erosion Control, Site Prep, Land Clearing, Bush Hogging and Underground drains. Call us today to learn more about how we can help (813) 470-0222

"The whole team from Lisa in the office to Jacob and the entire team they did an outstanding job ."

Ralph J on August 2022


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Bladecutters & Clearing Bros

5.00(
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Bladecutters & Clearing Bros

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Bladecutters & Clearing Bros is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Submitted a request through one of the contractor finder services, and Thomas from Bladecutters called within minutes of the request went out. I spoke with Thomas about the work I wanted performed (some grading and installation of a parking pad). Thomas provided suggestions on how the work should be done and some of the options I would have regarding materials. He provided a quote for the work within a day, and was able to complete the work within a week. Thomas showed up on time, was respectful of the property, and was pleasant to work with. He kept me updated on his progress throughout the work. When he identified potential issues, he provided suggestions for how we could address these. I am very pleased with the work performed, and would not hesitate to hire Bladecutters again."

Gary C on July 2024

Bladecutters & Clearing Bros is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Submitted a request through one of the contractor finder services, and Thomas from Bladecutters called within minutes of the request went out. I spoke with Thomas about the work I wanted performed (some grading and installation of a parking pad). Thomas provided suggestions on how the work should be done and some of the options I would have regarding materials. He provided a quote for the work within a day, and was able to complete the work within a week. Thomas showed up on time, was respectful of the property, and was pleasant to work with. He kept me updated on his progress throughout the work. When he identified potential issues, he provided suggestions for how we could address these. I am very pleased with the work performed, and would not hesitate to hire Bladecutters again."

Gary C on July 2024


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V&W Hardscapes LLC

5.00(
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V&W Hardscapes LLC

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

From guiding pathways, driveway, garden, to inviting terraces, our designs seamlessly integrate hardscape elements into your outdoor environment, creating lasting spaces. Our craftsmen excel in hardscape construction, turning raw materials into elegant structures. V&W Hardscapes LLC adds visual appeal and sophistication that complements your outdoor surroundings. Each stone, brick, or paver is chosen with your vision in mind. Our experts work closely with you, ensuring every hardscape element matches your needs and preferences. From functional pathways to charming courtyards, we bring your ideas to life.

"V&W Hardscapes LLC who also owns Tip Top Tree Service did a beautiful job on my paver driveway and installing pavers around my pool deck, I also used their tree service to remove multiple trees and to trim my oak trees on a regular basis. They have insurance and worker?s compensation. Highly recommend for quality work ! "

james l on November 2025

From guiding pathways, driveway, garden, to inviting terraces, our designs seamlessly integrate hardscape elements into your outdoor environment, creating lasting spaces. Our craftsmen excel in hardscape construction, turning raw materials into elegant structures. V&W Hardscapes LLC adds visual appeal and sophistication that complements your outdoor surroundings. Each stone, brick, or paver is chosen with your vision in mind. Our experts work closely with you, ensuring every hardscape element matches your needs and preferences. From functional pathways to charming courtyards, we bring your ideas to life.

"V&W Hardscapes LLC who also owns Tip Top Tree Service did a beautiful job on my paver driveway and installing pavers around my pool deck, I also used their tree service to remove multiple trees and to trim my oak trees on a regular basis. They have insurance and worker?s compensation. Highly recommend for quality work ! "

james l on November 2025


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L&H General Construction

5.00(
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L&H General Construction

5.00(
6
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20 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They Did A Great Job very reasonable on pricing as well, they made a 8 x 8 concrete pad and built my shed and bolted it down for all great prices"

Jiordan R on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They Did A Great Job very reasonable on pricing as well, they made a 8 x 8 concrete pad and built my shed and bolted it down for all great prices"

Jiordan R on November 2025


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Level Up Concrete LLC

5.00(
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Level Up Concrete LLC

5.00(
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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They have poured many many pads and or barns at my farm, I am so impressed by the hard work and dedication put into every job."

Houston R on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They have poured many many pads and or barns at my farm, I am so impressed by the hard work and dedication put into every job."

Houston R on March 2025


WDE

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WDE

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35 local quotes requested

We do all kinds of jobs including deck building, dock building, land clearing, tree work, French drains and many more we will do all kinds of jobs and are licensed and insured and have always amazing feedback from everything we do

We do all kinds of jobs including deck building, dock building, land clearing, tree work, French drains and many more we will do all kinds of jobs and are licensed and insured and have always amazing feedback from everything we do


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Gold Palm Solutions

5.00(
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Gold Palm Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Gold Palm Solutions is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Good work in unbearable heat - very diligent and clean up was wonderful! Highly recommend!!"

Claire C on August 2025

Gold Palm Solutions is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Good work in unbearable heat - very diligent and clean up was wonderful! Highly recommend!!"

Claire C on August 2025

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Tampa, FL

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.

The Tampa, FL homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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