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Outdoor Experts
4.7(
57
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"The crew showed up when they said and worked for many hours until the frozen surface of my driveway was down to the concrete again. They finished the work off with a generous supply of ice melt which will continue to keep the drive clear. Great job and when I needed it done."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GroundShapersLLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Radley did an excellent job with the grading we needed done for our addition! We had had a time with our contractor and so we started subbing out our own sub contractors. Radley was great to work with and helped us get back on track and get things wrapped up when some of the grading work should have been in done in advance but our contractor dropped the ball. He was prompt with coming out to see what needed to be done, getting us a quote and then of course showing up to do the work! He had everything we needed done in a day and he didn't leave us waiting around to know when he was going to show up. We will definitely reach out to Radley at Groundshapers for all our future grading needs!"
Gravel driveway installation
Residential grading
Commercial grading
Parking lot addition
Landscaping

+3

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dexter Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian Dexter of Dexter Land Clearing did an outstanding job! He efficiently cleared brush, saplings, and vegetation we wanted removed, leaving the area clean and beautiful. He also hand picked and set aside tree limbs to be used as path markers. He is professional, reliable, and easy to work with. We highly recommend his services and will hire him again for our landscape revamp project."
Mount Airy
Lewisville
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
4.8(
14
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very pleased with the work that Ethan of Greener Horizon Enterprises completed for us. Ethan installed a drain pipe and two boxes to allow water to drain to the back of our property. Ethan’s knowledge of water management and skills in completing the project are outstanding. The project was a success and we are happy to say we are now working with him on a second project."
land development
Response time3 days
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Evans LandWork
5.0(
5
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The plan was discussed and goals were set. John met all of them. I am extremely pleased with the outcome. Grading can be a messy process but John had the site all cleaned up when he was finished."
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu

+8

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Winston Salem, NC

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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