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Z&M CONSTRUCTION, EXCAVATION, & SEPTIC

21243 KS 31
5.00(
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•Approved Pro

Z&M CONSTRUCTION, EXCAVATION, & SEPTIC

21243 KS 31
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

At Z&M Construction, Excavation, & Septic we pride ourselves on being the best in the business. You won't find another contractor in Eastern Kansas with the attention to detail and customer satisfaction that we exhibit. We have a tenured team of professionals and years of industry experience that separate us from the pack. Call us today to help you out!

"Fair price. On time. Good people . "

Grant S on September 2025

At Z&M Construction, Excavation, & Septic we pride ourselves on being the best in the business. You won't find another contractor in Eastern Kansas with the attention to detail and customer satisfaction that we exhibit. We have a tenured team of professionals and years of industry experience that separate us from the pack. Call us today to help you out!

"Fair price. On time. Good people . "

Grant S on September 2025

ONEILL EXCAVATING Inc

680 NE US Highway 24
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ONEILL EXCAVATING Inc

680 NE US Highway 24
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10 years of experience

With over 15 years experience you can trust us for all your Excavation, Utilites, Dump trucking, and Demo needs.

With over 15 years experience you can trust us for all your Excavation, Utilites, Dump trucking, and Demo needs.

J & J CONTRACTORS INC

1645 1600 St
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J & J CONTRACTORS INC

1645 1600 St
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We are primarily a road and bridge construction company. We build span and reinforced concrete bridges, install guardfence, place rebar, and pour various types of concrete. J&J is qualified with Kansas Department of Transportation to bid prime since 1987. J&J is bonded and works primarily for government & municipal entities.

We are primarily a road and bridge construction company. We build span and reinforced concrete bridges, install guardfence, place rebar, and pour various types of concrete. J&J is qualified with Kansas Department of Transportation to bid prime since 1987. J&J is bonded and works primarily for government & municipal entities.

Honey-Bee Septic Service LLC

1134 E 1300 Rd
5.00(
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Honey-Bee Septic Service LLC

1134 E 1300 Rd
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We Clean: Grease Traps ~ Septic Tanks ~ Car Wash Pits.

We Clean: Grease Traps ~ Septic Tanks ~ Car Wash Pits.

Metal Man Recycling

409 Cambridge Ave
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Metal Man Recycling

409 Cambridge Ave
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22 years of experience

Locally owned and operated 15 years. Scrap Hauling, Junk Removal and Light Demolition. We strive to provide the most Professional and Reliable service to the community we live in. Large jobs or small jobs, Commercial or Residential. Whether you are salvaging a gas station or airport hangar or just need some old appliances removed, we got your back!

Locally owned and operated 15 years. Scrap Hauling, Junk Removal and Light Demolition. We strive to provide the most Professional and Reliable service to the community we live in. Large jobs or small jobs, Commercial or Residential. Whether you are salvaging a gas station or airport hangar or just need some old appliances removed, we got your back!

Brungardt Excavating

3004 Bently Ct
5.00(
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Brungardt Excavating

3004 Bently Ct
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Builder of native rock retaining walls. I own my business independently and do 100% of my own work, however, I do subcontract trucking and material delivery to the work site.

Builder of native rock retaining walls. I own my business independently and do 100% of my own work, however, I do subcontract trucking and material delivery to the work site.

Snake 'n' Rooter

1234 Main St
4.00(
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Snake 'n' Rooter

1234 Main St
4.00(
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34 years of experience

sewer cleaning

sewer cleaning

Conley Siteworks & Utilities

PO Box 250
5.00(
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Conley Siteworks & Utilities

PO Box 250
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Wheeler’s Plumbing Heating & Cooling, LLC

1609 SW 41st St
5.00(
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Wheeler’s Plumbing Heating & Cooling, LLC

1609 SW 41st St
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We can handle anything related to plumbing heating or cooling. We are a licensed family owned company. Cost is determined by the job. Additional contact name - Cari Smith. Additional DBA - Wheeler’s Plumbing Heating & Cooling.

We can handle anything related to plumbing heating or cooling. We are a licensed family owned company. Cost is determined by the job. Additional contact name - Cari Smith. Additional DBA - Wheeler’s Plumbing Heating & Cooling.

Topeka Tree Care Inc

P O 750253
4.92(
12
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Topeka Tree Care Inc

P O 750253
4.92(
12
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Tree services

"wo old 80ft Elms taken out and stump removed, one same age/size Oak trimmed, one same age/size Sycamore trimmed. overgrown side yard cleared, including 2 hackberries, one large and one small mulberry, and several small to medium sapling, large honeysuckle and various shrubs. took 3 days. cleaned up everything, including the yard and decorative stones. very knowledgable staff. good onsight customer service, worked around obstacles, answered questions. staff work well as team. Michael the owner came the same week I called for a quote, answered my questions and gave a very detailed quote. The only not perfect was it sometime took morn than 24 hours to get a response from a call. but the always got back with me within a few days. The also were booked so couldn't get to my job for a month, which was fine with me"

Andrea B on July 2018

Tree services

"wo old 80ft Elms taken out and stump removed, one same age/size Oak trimmed, one same age/size Sycamore trimmed. overgrown side yard cleared, including 2 hackberries, one large and one small mulberry, and several small to medium sapling, large honeysuckle and various shrubs. took 3 days. cleaned up everything, including the yard and decorative stones. very knowledgable staff. good onsight customer service, worked around obstacles, answered questions. staff work well as team. Michael the owner came the same week I called for a quote, answered my questions and gave a very detailed quote. The only not perfect was it sometime took morn than 24 hours to get a response from a call. but the always got back with me within a few days. The also were booked so couldn't get to my job for a month, which was fine with me"

Andrea B on July 2018

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Topeka, KS

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 Topeka, KS homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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