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Avatar for AVENTRA ENGINEERING SERVICES INC
AVENTRA ENGINEERING SERVICES INC
131 MONTECITO CRESCENT
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
AVENTRA ENGINEERING SERVICES INC
131 MONTECITO CRESCENT
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Established in 2024, Aventra Engineering Services Inc. (Aventra) (License #1133283) leverages more than four decades of collective expertise in structural engineering, seismic retrofitting, concrete infrastructure, and erosion control solutions. Our commitment to craftsmanship, transparent communication, and uncompromising standards drives every project, ensuring reliable, high–quality outcomes for public and private sector clients across California’s Bay Area. Founded by CEO Aryan Pakkhoo and his father, Vice President Manoochehr Pakkhoo, a seasoned construction professional, Aventra blends data‑driven strategy with hands‑on insight to keep structural integrity, safety, and efficiency at the forefront of every build. We uphold strict quality control, a safety‑first culture, and seamless collaboration among architects, contractors, and agencies from project inception through completion, delivering resilient structures that protect communities and budgets alike.

"Professional and thorough work in helping construct an in law unit exactly to our specifications. Flexible with design process and we were completely satisfied. "

Steven S on May 2025

Established in 2024, Aventra Engineering Services Inc. (Aventra) (License #1133283) leverages more than four decades of collective expertise in structural engineering, seismic retrofitting, concrete infrastructure, and erosion control solutions. Our commitment to craftsmanship, transparent communication, and uncompromising standards drives every project, ensuring reliable, high–quality outcomes for public and private sector clients across California’s Bay Area. Founded by CEO Aryan Pakkhoo and his father, Vice President Manoochehr Pakkhoo, a seasoned construction professional, Aventra blends data‑driven strategy with hands‑on insight to keep structural integrity, safety, and efficiency at the forefront of every build. We uphold strict quality control, a safety‑first culture, and seamless collaboration among architects, contractors, and agencies from project inception through completion, delivering resilient structures that protect communities and budgets alike.

"Professional and thorough work in helping construct an in law unit exactly to our specifications. Flexible with design process and we were completely satisfied. "

Steven S on May 2025


Avatar for Campbell Services LLC
Campbell Services LLC
3316 WOODVIEW DR
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Campbell Services LLC
3316 WOODVIEW DR
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

Demolition, Excavation, Limited Access Campbell Services is a Demolition, Excavation and Limited Access Company, operating throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in clearing the way for whatever project you have planned next.

"The service wonderful. Craig and and his crew was so committed in doing their job right, they kept my feedback, they were very respectful of what I wanted, and they did the job really really well. I would not hesitate to recommend them. They were very careful and very attentive. The work was superb, I was very pleased."

Peter S on December 2021

Demolition, Excavation, Limited Access Campbell Services is a Demolition, Excavation and Limited Access Company, operating throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in clearing the way for whatever project you have planned next.

"The service wonderful. Craig and and his crew was so committed in doing their job right, they kept my feedback, they were very respectful of what I wanted, and they did the job really really well. I would not hesitate to recommend them. They were very careful and very attentive. The work was superb, I was very pleased."

Peter S on December 2021


Marvel Architecture
1278 25th Avenue #2
3.86(
7
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Marvel Architecture
1278 25th Avenue #2
3.86(
7
)
Customers say: Quality work
17 years of experience

Through our working history previous to establishing this company, our directors have gained valuable experience with many of the top developers and construction companies around the world: Spain, London, Nairobi, Prague, Amsterdam, Ireland and all over the States. We believe in working closely with our clients and contractors as members of a team in order to achieve a successful completion to every job. As throughout our working careers we believe in achieving very high standards in every job we take on making sure each client is fully satisfied with the end product and gets value for money. We are very flexible and adaptable to our clients needs which we feel is very important in today’s world. We pride ourselves on these standards. We are usually working on about 15-20 projects per year, ranging in size from about $20,000 to $10,000,000 in value typically within the luxury residential sector, sometimes involving working on listed buildings. Despite slowing economy, the amount of our clients have increased recently.

Through our working history previous to establishing this company, our directors have gained valuable experience with many of the top developers and construction companies around the world: Spain, London, Nairobi, Prague, Amsterdam, Ireland and all over the States. We believe in working closely with our clients and contractors as members of a team in order to achieve a successful completion to every job. As throughout our working careers we believe in achieving very high standards in every job we take on making sure each client is fully satisfied with the end product and gets value for money. We are very flexible and adaptable to our clients needs which we feel is very important in today’s world. We pride ourselves on these standards. We are usually working on about 15-20 projects per year, ranging in size from about $20,000 to $10,000,000 in value typically within the luxury residential sector, sometimes involving working on listed buildings. Despite slowing economy, the amount of our clients have increased recently.


Geiler Plumbing
12 Columbine Ct
No reviews
Geiler Plumbing
12 Columbine Ct
No reviews
15 years of experience

Geiler plumbing is a family owned and operated company. We have been serving the napa area for three years. When you contact geiler plumbing, you will communicate with the owner directly. The owner will quote the job, perform the work, and write the invoice. We offer senior discounts, as well as military discounts.

Geiler plumbing is a family owned and operated company. We have been serving the napa area for three years. When you contact geiler plumbing, you will communicate with the owner directly. The owner will quote the job, perform the work, and write the invoice. We offer senior discounts, as well as military discounts.


Sagastumes Construction
2 Sadie Place
No reviews
Sagastumes Construction
2 Sadie Place
No reviews
24 years of experience

We have been in business for the last 15 years, servicing customer to Build or Remodel their homes. We committed to customer satisfactions and treat you with respect. We are growing company is growing

We have been in business for the last 15 years, servicing customer to Build or Remodel their homes. We committed to customer satisfactions and treat you with respect. We are growing company is growing


Yz Construction
Unknown
No reviews
Yz Construction
Unknown
No reviews
27 years of experience

We are a General Building Contractor that specializes in Commercial, Retail, Industrial, Bank, Restaurant and Residential Construction with a four page list of services provided throughout California. YZ has been in business for over 13 years. Our reputation is known for our commitment to exceeding our customer's expectations in: Quality, Timeliness, Communication, Record completion at most famous malls, Safety & Performance, Quick Turnover, Solutions, Attention to Detail, Affordability, Variety of Services. We are committed to leading our industry in building lasting relationships based on integrity, fairness and superior service while providing incredible prices that have stayed the lowest for 13 years. **Every Trade Under One Roof **We are the company you call when you can't figure it out. Interior, exterior, paint, framing, drywall, stucco, water intrusion, decking, retail experts, detail experts, any project in record time at the lowest prices in the industry for over 13 years. Try us! We are well known for early. detail oriented thorough completion. Our company has a unique base of trades that has the ability to layer each part of a multi-trade project and get things done quicker. We are known for record time, low prices and no punch list. References are available.

We are a General Building Contractor that specializes in Commercial, Retail, Industrial, Bank, Restaurant and Residential Construction with a four page list of services provided throughout California. YZ has been in business for over 13 years. Our reputation is known for our commitment to exceeding our customer's expectations in: Quality, Timeliness, Communication, Record completion at most famous malls, Safety & Performance, Quick Turnover, Solutions, Attention to Detail, Affordability, Variety of Services. We are committed to leading our industry in building lasting relationships based on integrity, fairness and superior service while providing incredible prices that have stayed the lowest for 13 years. **Every Trade Under One Roof **We are the company you call when you can't figure it out. Interior, exterior, paint, framing, drywall, stucco, water intrusion, decking, retail experts, detail experts, any project in record time at the lowest prices in the industry for over 13 years. Try us! We are well known for early. detail oriented thorough completion. Our company has a unique base of trades that has the ability to layer each part of a multi-trade project and get things done quicker. We are known for record time, low prices and no punch list. References are available.


MAVCO Deconstruction DO NOT CALL
951 Old County Road
5.00(
3
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MAVCO Deconstruction DO NOT CALL
951 Old County Road
5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1997, We are a full-service Deconstruction & Demolition Company. We specialize in deconstructing for donation, to keep less from going to the landfills, make materials available for re-use, and get homeowners tax incentives for donating to any one of our partner 501(C)3 non-profit organizations. We also do hauling, trenching, and a number of other construction trades, to improve your home. We are CSLB Licensed (830631), Bonded, and Fully Insured. Please call us to inquire about all that we are capable of doing.

"They did a great job on all tasks!"

Todd B on November 2022

Since 1997, We are a full-service Deconstruction & Demolition Company. We specialize in deconstructing for donation, to keep less from going to the landfills, make materials available for re-use, and get homeowners tax incentives for donating to any one of our partner 501(C)3 non-profit organizations. We also do hauling, trenching, and a number of other construction trades, to improve your home. We are CSLB Licensed (830631), Bonded, and Fully Insured. Please call us to inquire about all that we are capable of doing.

"They did a great job on all tasks!"

Todd B on November 2022


ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
990 West Tenth Street
3.53(
30
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ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
990 West Tenth Street
3.53(
30
)
Customers say: Quality work
26 years of experience

Asbestos, Lead, Mold, Haz Mat, Air Duct Cleaning, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Bed Bugs, Power Washing.

Asbestos, Lead, Mold, Haz Mat, Air Duct Cleaning, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Bed Bugs, Power Washing.


forgette design + construction
1601 Julia St
No reviews
forgette design + construction
1601 Julia St
No reviews
21 years of experience

Forgette Design + Construction is a full service General Contractor, Builder, and Architectual Design Studio. We work in the surrounding greater San Francisco Bay Area. Call for free estimates, consultation, rates, and or for a viewing of our unique portfolio.

Forgette Design + Construction is a full service General Contractor, Builder, and Architectual Design Studio. We work in the surrounding greater San Francisco Bay Area. Call for free estimates, consultation, rates, and or for a viewing of our unique portfolio.


ARCC Builders
320 6th Ave
No reviews
ARCC Builders
320 6th Ave
No reviews
10 years of experience

ARCC is a company of licensed professionals in remodeling and construction located in the heart of San Francisco.

ARCC is a company of licensed professionals in remodeling and construction located in the heart of San Francisco.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Walnut Creek, CA

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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