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Avatar for Superior Earth Works
Superior Earth Works
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Superior Earth Works did a great job on our patio install. From their scheduling to completion, communication was great and their quality of work was top notch. I highly recommend them for anyone in need of new or repaired concrete work!"
Response time8 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for S DiFatta Mason Contractor & Sons
S DiFatta Mason Contractor & Sons
4.6(
148
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

"Pre-planning- had prior understanding of thru neighborhood sources. Visited and spoke to another customer who was both pleased and thought that he received value and quality Plan - from concept to final iteration. Clearly conveyed Execution- Five highly skilled experienced including two sons on site each day, very precise and did not take short cuts. Implemented improvements during execution such as to minimize steps thru incorporation of change of elevation thru use of ramps. Price - big job and fair price Completion- restored site and cleaned up superbly. Remediated aesthetic sidewalk issue that was left by a previous contractor. Satisfaction -beautiful outcome ;exceeded expectations, would highly recommend"
Butler Stone Patio
Paver Patio with Border and Castle Block Wall
Paver Patio with Pergola
Castle Block Wall and Paver Patio
Stone Patio and Landing

+17

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DZ's Contracting LLC
4.4(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave came out to assess the project on the day and time he told me. He seemed knowledgable about concrete demolition. When he asked to do a test for how the concrete would come out, I knew that he was my kind of contractor! Because he had information about the job from his test, he could give us a fair price! As it turns out this test he did was a strong predictor for how he works. He did all the work himself with his machines. He checked in with us about work hours and days. Very polite and respectful person. Right before he came to do the job, a small tornado came through our area and knocked down several larger trees and large branches. I strained my back removing some of the branches and approached Dave about helping me out. He jumped right in the next day with his own chainsaw and other machinery and downed and cleared two large trees and other branches! When he was done with pool patio demolition and tree removal, he cleaned up and seeded disturbed lawn areas. Dave is easy to talk to and has ideas and knowledge he will share with you. In short, he is great! He has my respect. We hope to have him working on future projects on our property."
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+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Pawling Masonry
Pawling Masonry
4.2(
100
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Project took a little longer than expected with making the forms for the cement, as the man doing the work didn't understand exactly how Mark Pawling wanted it done. Mark was at a different job site and not available. However, once Mark was here things went much better. Overall he and his crew did an excellent job, and made sure we were happy with the job. The job started on Monday and was completed to our complete satisfaction the following week on Tuesday. I felt Mark really listened to us and did the work the way we wanted it done."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Piescape
4.5(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went wonderful. They were aware we were having a graduation party the following month, and they completed all work prior to the date. This was done even though we had had a rainy period during the construction. They installed sod to assure our party could take place without any inconvenience. PieScape construction workers were extremely polite and diligent regarding their work. We are very, very pleased with the outcome and received so many compliments about the work that was done.

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Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Knock You Plumb Out Plumbing Inc.
Knock You Plumb Out Plumbing Inc.
4.5(
194
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There was something that was in the drain so that when water was going in one direction it would be fine but if there there was something down the disposal it would flip it and the it would have a clog and they cleared that. They were straight forward, they got the job done proficiently and professionally."
Main sewer connection at the house
Working out of a shoring box
This particular sewer happened to be at 14' in depth.
Sediment Filter
sediment filter

+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Chesapeake Recycling and Disposal LLC
Chesapeake Recycling and Disposal LLC
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had got in. Intact with Chesapeake recycling and disposal about building a new deck out back of my house, installing hardwood floor, and putting a new roof on my house. Chris and his crew were very professional cleaned up after them selves and maintained a clean working environment They got it done on a timely matter and for a great price"
We provide large containers (dumpsters) for the collection and removal of residential and commercial debris.
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for C & D'S INSTALLERS
C & D'S INSTALLERS
4.3(
39
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving White Hall, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

"Everything was excellent. The team identified the hole in our pool liner. On the day of replacing the liner, identified a potentially severe issue with the structure of the pool. Provided a recommendation for a replacement pool. Proceeded to remove the old pool and excavate the land in preparation for construction of the new pool. Once the new pool arrived, they constructed the pool and constructed new outline landscaping around the pool. We are now the envy of our neighbors who have all watched and gazed in amazement at our new backyard oasis. For all of your pool needs, this is who you need to contact ASAP."
completed back fill
Finished Wooden Outline Border Landscaping
Laying the 6 Mil Plastic for the Weed & Water Control around the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Prepping the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Start of the Backfill process

+33

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in White Hall, MD

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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