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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon was helpful with suggestions, timely and clear on quotation, and completed the job in a timely manner"
Response time1 day
100 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Went very well he put in a French drain then followed up with grass seed and hay. Great job and now the ground is no longer holding water."
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+19

Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
5.0(
12
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an excellent job removing a tree that fell on my shed. He is professional and and conscience about the work that he performs. I would definitely recommend him for any project that needs done."
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
After
After barn beams installed

+11

Response time1 day
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VP Excavating Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VP Excavating did an outstanding job on our property! From start to finish, their preparation and clearing work was done with precision, efficiency, and professionalism. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right, and it truly shows. Highly recommend them for anyone needing quality excavation work!"
Site prep
Culvert pipe install
Culvert pipe install
New Parking pad
New Parking pad

+1

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Torre Acres, LLC
4.2(
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed to get a water line dug, reached out on a Sunday afternoon and they called back right away and was on-site the next day. Would highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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C&W Works, Inc.
3.7(
95
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Pete & his crew took our extremely sloped, wet yard, and created a dry, level area that is perfect for us. We never thought the yard could or would look this good, but Pete has a great vision and also has the ability to make it into a reality. Pete is honest, and exceeded our expectations. We could not say enough about the positive experience we had with Pete & his crew. Highly recommend."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ZZ Landworx
3.6(
14
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I took all the trees and shrubs around the front and sides of my house out as they did nothing for the new siding I just put in. Zach came over and we talked about how we could make the landscape look. He told me they could get to me in November. Sure enough he called and his crew along with him showed up and proceeded to transform a dull lifeless landscape into a work of art."
Response time3 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Trench Pros Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving West Mifflin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner and his team were amazing. They transformed my landscape following my budget and gave me the highest quality you can get. They were super communicative and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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Retaining Wall
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Retaining Wall

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in West Mifflin, PA

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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