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Rocky Ridge Excavation
30 Richmond Ave
4.95(
10
)
Approved Pro
Rocky Ridge Excavation
30 Richmond Ave
4.95(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Rocky Ridge is an excavation & landscaping company servicing Berkshire County. We offer a wide range of services from comprehensive estate management to landscaping services to excavation needs. We specialize in driveway installation & repair, land clearing, drainage, stump removal, and creative landscaping. Rocky Ridge Excavation, LLC is fully insured and provides free consultations & estimates. Owner, Spencer Reilley offers trusted & comprehensive estate management services and can help you manage and see all your desired projects to fruition and maintain your property to excellent standards. You can company trust our with your beloved home or Berkshire estate. Since starting the company in 2014, we've built my business to provide comprehensive landscaping and excavation services for residential and commercial properties. I take pride in my work, have high standards, and offer premium services to my clients.

"Great experience, highly recommend!"

Julie B on June 2023

Rocky Ridge is an excavation & landscaping company servicing Berkshire County. We offer a wide range of services from comprehensive estate management to landscaping services to excavation needs. We specialize in driveway installation & repair, land clearing, drainage, stump removal, and creative landscaping. Rocky Ridge Excavation, LLC is fully insured and provides free consultations & estimates. Owner, Spencer Reilley offers trusted & comprehensive estate management services and can help you manage and see all your desired projects to fruition and maintain your property to excellent standards. You can company trust our with your beloved home or Berkshire estate. Since starting the company in 2014, we've built my business to provide comprehensive landscaping and excavation services for residential and commercial properties. I take pride in my work, have high standards, and offer premium services to my clients.

"Great experience, highly recommend!"

Julie B on June 2023


T & D Remodeling
No reviews
T & D Remodeling
No reviews
30 years of experience

With our company you deal with the owner/President at all times. We are one of New England's premier building and construction companies. We specialize in both residential and commercial projects. Interior and exterior remodeling. T&D Remodeling is fully insured and specializes in 2nd Levels, Additions, Garages, Dormers, Decks, Siding, Windows/Doors, Kitchens, Baths and more. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us make your dream home become a reality for you and your family. Please contact us for a list of promotions going on. You are more than welcome to speak to satisfied customers for referrals.

With our company you deal with the owner/President at all times. We are one of New England's premier building and construction companies. We specialize in both residential and commercial projects. Interior and exterior remodeling. T&D Remodeling is fully insured and specializes in 2nd Levels, Additions, Garages, Dormers, Decks, Siding, Windows/Doors, Kitchens, Baths and more. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us make your dream home become a reality for you and your family. Please contact us for a list of promotions going on. You are more than welcome to speak to satisfied customers for referrals.


John R. Dinan Construction
35 Pixley Road
No reviews
John R. Dinan Construction
35 Pixley Road
No reviews

John R. Dinan Construction has been serving Berkshire County with the highest quality construction, remodeling, and home addition jobs for over 30 years. Any construction job is never too big for us, and we can give you the best estimate!

John R. Dinan Construction has been serving Berkshire County with the highest quality construction, remodeling, and home addition jobs for over 30 years. Any construction job is never too big for us, and we can give you the best estimate!


COUNTRYSIDE LANDSCAPE & DESIGN INC
677 SIMONDS RD
4.50(
4
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COUNTRYSIDE LANDSCAPE & DESIGN INC
677 SIMONDS RD
4.50(
4
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Customers say: Quality work
33 years of experience

Countryside Landscape has a team of over 40 professional to take care of all your landscaping needs. We have been in business for over 20 years in Berkshire County and we also serve Southern Vermont.

Countryside Landscape has a team of over 40 professional to take care of all your landscaping needs. We have been in business for over 20 years in Berkshire County and we also serve Southern Vermont.


Central Mass Tree Inc
125 Ellis Rd
3.00(
19
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Central Mass Tree Inc
125 Ellis Rd
3.00(
19
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30 years of experience

Central Mass Tree Inc. is a full service Tree Company! Whether you want to improve your property value, protect your home, or clear space, there’s one tree service company in Massachusetts that can take care of all your needs: Central Mass Tree Inc. It’s Firewood time and Central Mass tree Inc. is your firewood headquarters! Central Mass Tree is your tree removal, land clearing, timber harvesting, and firewood company in our second decade of service to the central Massachusetts area and beyond. Central Mass Tree Inc. is your tree removal, land clearing, timber harvesting, and firewood company in our second decade of service to the Central Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, Eastern Massachusetts area and beyond. We regularly service customers in area communities within this region, but are always looking for new customers from your community. We respond quickly to areas affected by unusual storm activity. Also serving Chelmsford-Haverhill, Concord, Concord-Maynard, Fitchburg-Leominster, Manchester-Nashua, & Metro West Counties.

"I had my first dealing with Central Mass tree a few days ago when I purchased four chords of "seasoned" firewood. The wood is far from seasoned in fact it might as well have been cut last week. 45% moisture content, not even suitable for this season. When I call the office and spoke to Christine she said she'd look into it. Of course there was no reply so I called back eventually ending up with Randy, the owner. This is one effed up guy. I don't know if he's on drugs or drinking but he couldn't even field a basic question without resorting to screaming and threatening me. He claims 45% moisture content constitutes seasoned wood which of course is nonsense. Pay attention to the online reviews for this place and steer well clear. There's something majorly wrong with him and the way he conducts business."

John W on June 2023

Central Mass Tree Inc. is a full service Tree Company! Whether you want to improve your property value, protect your home, or clear space, there’s one tree service company in Massachusetts that can take care of all your needs: Central Mass Tree Inc. It’s Firewood time and Central Mass tree Inc. is your firewood headquarters! Central Mass Tree is your tree removal, land clearing, timber harvesting, and firewood company in our second decade of service to the central Massachusetts area and beyond. Central Mass Tree Inc. is your tree removal, land clearing, timber harvesting, and firewood company in our second decade of service to the Central Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, Eastern Massachusetts area and beyond. We regularly service customers in area communities within this region, but are always looking for new customers from your community. We respond quickly to areas affected by unusual storm activity. Also serving Chelmsford-Haverhill, Concord, Concord-Maynard, Fitchburg-Leominster, Manchester-Nashua, & Metro West Counties.

"I had my first dealing with Central Mass tree a few days ago when I purchased four chords of "seasoned" firewood. The wood is far from seasoned in fact it might as well have been cut last week. 45% moisture content, not even suitable for this season. When I call the office and spoke to Christine she said she'd look into it. Of course there was no reply so I called back eventually ending up with Randy, the owner. This is one effed up guy. I don't know if he's on drugs or drinking but he couldn't even field a basic question without resorting to screaming and threatening me. He claims 45% moisture content constitutes seasoned wood which of course is nonsense. Pay attention to the online reviews for this place and steer well clear. There's something majorly wrong with him and the way he conducts business."

John W on June 2023


Father & Son Handymen
Po Box 188
3.00(
2
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Father & Son Handymen
Po Box 188
3.00(
2
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15 years of experience

Father & Son Handymen employs two people. We are capable of most any home repair/improvement you can think of. If we cannot provide the service we will contract the company that can for you. It is our mission to please YOU in every way possible. We provide free estimates and are available 24/7. A 20% deposit will be due when a contract is signed and the balance due apon completion of the job.

Father & Son Handymen employs two people. We are capable of most any home repair/improvement you can think of. If we cannot provide the service we will contract the company that can for you. It is our mission to please YOU in every way possible. We provide free estimates and are available 24/7. A 20% deposit will be due when a contract is signed and the balance due apon completion of the job.


Efficiency Pro Plumbing & Heating
No reviews
Efficiency Pro Plumbing & Heating
No reviews

Efficiently Pro Plumbing Heating & Drain Cleaning is a Plumber located in Shrewsbury, MA. We offer Plumbing, Heating, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Relining, Masonry Repairs, Retaining Wall, Sump Pump Repairs, and other Plumbing Services. We have been in business for over 19 years providing quality service and great customer satisfaction. Call us today and get a free quote on all your plumbing, heating, and drain cleaning needs. We also offer other services which will be listed in our services offered. We work closely with Mass Save. Contact us today for more information and services!

Efficiently Pro Plumbing Heating & Drain Cleaning is a Plumber located in Shrewsbury, MA. We offer Plumbing, Heating, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Relining, Masonry Repairs, Retaining Wall, Sump Pump Repairs, and other Plumbing Services. We have been in business for over 19 years providing quality service and great customer satisfaction. Call us today and get a free quote on all your plumbing, heating, and drain cleaning needs. We also offer other services which will be listed in our services offered. We work closely with Mass Save. Contact us today for more information and services!


D & D HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC
151 North Main St.
5.00(
2
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D & D HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC
151 North Main St.
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

General Contractor - Custom Building & Remodeling

General Contractor - Custom Building & Remodeling


Ames & Young Inc
661 S Main St Ste 4
3.00(
1
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Ames & Young Inc
661 S Main St Ste 4
3.00(
1
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Customers say: Terrific value
24 years of experience

Ames & Young General contractor | Deleading specialist. We have less than ten full-time employees. We do subcontract for plumbing, electrical, masonry, and other specialty trades. Shawn Young holds an unrestricted building license and deleading contractor license for the state of MA. All employees of Ames & Young have all taken EPA, OSHA, and lead abatement supervisor training courses and are properly licensed for lead paint abatement. License #S - MA HIC 168415, MA CS 089170, MA DC 01762 , EPA RR-18867-10-00011, NAT-34677-1. Additional phone - (508)954-9727. Additional fax numbers - (508)943-1462, (508) 949-0909. Additional emails - info@amesandyoung.com syoung@amesandyoung.com.

Ames & Young General contractor | Deleading specialist. We have less than ten full-time employees. We do subcontract for plumbing, electrical, masonry, and other specialty trades. Shawn Young holds an unrestricted building license and deleading contractor license for the state of MA. All employees of Ames & Young have all taken EPA, OSHA, and lead abatement supervisor training courses and are properly licensed for lead paint abatement. License #S - MA HIC 168415, MA CS 089170, MA DC 01762 , EPA RR-18867-10-00011, NAT-34677-1. Additional phone - (508)954-9727. Additional fax numbers - (508)943-1462, (508) 949-0909. Additional emails - info@amesandyoung.com syoung@amesandyoung.com.


Northeast Water Wells Inc
50 River St
2.33(
3
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Northeast Water Wells Inc
50 River St
2.33(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
59 years of experience

Northeast Water Wells has been providing quality water systems throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire since 1966. We are fully licensed and insured in both states. Being a third generation company Northeast Water Wells focus has always been on the complete system beginning with the well and continuing with our ongoing customer support. At Northeast Water Wells Inc not only do we specialize in Water Well real estate testing but also install and service complete water well pumping systems, install artesian water wells, Geothermal well installation, emergency service and so much more. Northeast Water Wells not only specializes in residential applications but we also cover the following applications as well; Commercial systems, Industrial systems, Municipal systems, Community Wells Systems, Geothermal Wells, Agricultural Water systems and Irrigation Wells. At Northeast Water Wells are services are not limited to well and pump installation we also have a plethora of other services available. Northeast water wells experienced technicians also specialize in Artesian Water Well Abandonment, Well Rehabilitation, Water Well Chlorination, Submersible water pumps, Jet pumps, Constant Pressure Pumps, Pressure Boosting Pumps, Solar/ wind powered pumping systems. Water Pressure holding tanks, Atmospheric Water Holding tanks, Water Quality/ Quantity testing, water conditioning and treatment, filtration, sanitizers, water softeners, hydrofracture, zone fracture, Water Well Maintenance and Well Efficiency Audits. Northeast Water Wells Inc has very strict employee policies including but not limited to the following; Detailed saftey policy, Osha 10, A No tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy managed by a third party compliance company, routine background and driving record checks. The saftey of not only our employees but also our clients is our top priority.

Northeast Water Wells has been providing quality water systems throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire since 1966. We are fully licensed and insured in both states. Being a third generation company Northeast Water Wells focus has always been on the complete system beginning with the well and continuing with our ongoing customer support. At Northeast Water Wells Inc not only do we specialize in Water Well real estate testing but also install and service complete water well pumping systems, install artesian water wells, Geothermal well installation, emergency service and so much more. Northeast Water Wells not only specializes in residential applications but we also cover the following applications as well; Commercial systems, Industrial systems, Municipal systems, Community Wells Systems, Geothermal Wells, Agricultural Water systems and Irrigation Wells. At Northeast Water Wells are services are not limited to well and pump installation we also have a plethora of other services available. Northeast water wells experienced technicians also specialize in Artesian Water Well Abandonment, Well Rehabilitation, Water Well Chlorination, Submersible water pumps, Jet pumps, Constant Pressure Pumps, Pressure Boosting Pumps, Solar/ wind powered pumping systems. Water Pressure holding tanks, Atmospheric Water Holding tanks, Water Quality/ Quantity testing, water conditioning and treatment, filtration, sanitizers, water softeners, hydrofracture, zone fracture, Water Well Maintenance and Well Efficiency Audits. Northeast Water Wells Inc has very strict employee policies including but not limited to the following; Detailed saftey policy, Osha 10, A No tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy managed by a third party compliance company, routine background and driving record checks. The saftey of not only our employees but also our clients is our top priority.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Williamstown, MA

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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