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SS Excavation
587 Chestnut St
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SS Excavation
587 Chestnut St
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


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Adirondack Landscaping
8860 North Main Street
4.21(
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Adirondack Landscaping
8860 North Main Street
4.21(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Adirondack Landscaping is devoted to providing New York residents with the best lawns in the state! Your yard is really like the face of your home! Make sure it reflects the beauty of the family as much as your home itself does! We take pride in making sure your lawn looks better than a magazine by providing full installs and then complete maintenance afterwards. Our goal is to leave every homeowner 100% satisfied, and their lawn 100% healthy. Give us a call today for your free quote!

"Friendly and efficient"

Neva P on May 2023

Adirondack Landscaping is devoted to providing New York residents with the best lawns in the state! Your yard is really like the face of your home! Make sure it reflects the beauty of the family as much as your home itself does! We take pride in making sure your lawn looks better than a magazine by providing full installs and then complete maintenance afterwards. Our goal is to leave every homeowner 100% satisfied, and their lawn 100% healthy. Give us a call today for your free quote!

"Friendly and efficient"

Neva P on May 2023


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MLCS Construction, LLC
306 County Highway 150
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MLCS Construction, LLC
306 County Highway 150
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15 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

MLC Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

MLC Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!


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Adirondack Tree Masters LLC
1556 State Route 8
5.00(
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Adirondack Tree Masters LLC
1556 State Route 8
5.00(
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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Reliable & Experienced Tree Services. Fully Insured & FREE ESTIMATES. E?cient, Highly Experienced and Knowledgable, Providing the Highest Quality Services to our Customers ? Tree Removal ? Stump Grinding ? Firewood ? Land Clearing ? Logging

"Excellent work..all day taking down large tree with stump removal. Very professional and skilled and very neat."

John and Linda K on June 2025

Reliable & Experienced Tree Services. Fully Insured & FREE ESTIMATES. E?cient, Highly Experienced and Knowledgable, Providing the Highest Quality Services to our Customers ? Tree Removal ? Stump Grinding ? Firewood ? Land Clearing ? Logging

"Excellent work..all day taking down large tree with stump removal. Very professional and skilled and very neat."

John and Linda K on June 2025


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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
1866 County Rte 48
5.00(
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
1866 County Rte 48
5.00(
1
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27 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025


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The Earthworks Group LLC
7470 Crooked Brook Rd
5.00(
7
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The Earthworks Group LLC
7470 Crooked Brook Rd
5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

O.S.H.A. Certified D.E.C Certifications Professional Operators Training Certification With 35 Years of combined experience, our family-run business would love to handle your service needs with safety at the forefront, followed by quality and expertise. We handle all sorts of landscaping; from total surface regrading, to land clearing and foundation excavation. Our service scope also includes driveway, septic, and leach field installations. Looking forward to having a conversation with you and answering any questions you may have.

"Despite the horrible weather, the project was promptly completed."

Mark L on February 2025

O.S.H.A. Certified D.E.C Certifications Professional Operators Training Certification With 35 Years of combined experience, our family-run business would love to handle your service needs with safety at the forefront, followed by quality and expertise. We handle all sorts of landscaping; from total surface regrading, to land clearing and foundation excavation. Our service scope also includes driveway, septic, and leach field installations. Looking forward to having a conversation with you and answering any questions you may have.

"Despite the horrible weather, the project was promptly completed."

Mark L on February 2025


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BEL Power And Mechanical
123 Main St.
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BEL Power And Mechanical
123 Main St.
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in excavating, lot/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage solutions, site development, electrical construction, plumbing, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

We specialize in excavating, lot/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage solutions, site development, electrical construction, plumbing, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!


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Primetime Business Solutions INC
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Primetime Business Solutions INC
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations


Starr Tower Solutions LLC
PO Box 38
No reviews
Starr Tower Solutions LLC
PO Box 38
No reviews
5 years of experience

Electrical / Civil contractor specializing in new services, land clearing, roads, and concrete flatwork.

Electrical / Civil contractor specializing in new services, land clearing, roads, and concrete flatwork.


Rizio and Calandra Plumbing/Excavation Inc.
3.67(
3
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Rizio and Calandra Plumbing/Excavation Inc.
3.67(
3
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Customers say: Quality work
13 years of experience

We provide 24 hour emergency services

"Also help acquiring a snake of my own. Response was incredibly quick and professional at a level rare in the Rome area Consistently the best in the region.."

James H on March 2021

We provide 24 hour emergency services

"Also help acquiring a snake of my own. Response was incredibly quick and professional at a level rare in the Rome area Consistently the best in the region.."

James H on March 2021

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Utica, NY

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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