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Avatar for TWC Excavation & Outdoor Services
TWC Excavation & Outdoor Services
5.0(
12
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Clean up went well, site was cleared of heavy cinderblock, wood and debrie, trees were taken down also, I Highly reccomend Troy, I was very empressed with his work, trees were taken down and put nicely to the side, The job was professionly done. Im well pleased, JOYCE MOODY"
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating
Start of the project
Excavating Project

+49

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Culpepper & Son Contracting
Culpepper & Son Contracting
4.9(
63
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pleasant experience. They cut down a large vertical dead pine branch that could greatly damage our storage building if it fell. They removed the cut wood and cleaned up. Great job. Sam J."
Backyard tree removal
Backyard tree removal
Excavating, Grading, Drainage
Grading
Grading

+16

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Groundscape Excavation and Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
13
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a above ground pool installed late summer and needed edging and grass seeding done. Groundscape was fast responding and had everything done in 2 weeks. The landscaping looks great. I highly recommend them and will definitely use them for more upcoming projects."
Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services
TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services
5.0(
15
)

Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From the first phone conversation to the finish TWC was very informative, professional and courteous. Expectations were met and exceeded. They will be the first phone call when we need any of the services they provide. They took down 2 good size trees and one large one right beside the driveway and pool fence. Awesome job and clean up!"
Response time7 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Shepherds View
4.9(
14
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There lawn maintenance is outstanding. As a former landscape supervisor, I was more than pleased with the quality of their work on my large yard. Good trim, excellent cut. They also perform other landscape and home maintenance work which is excellent."
Our Projects
Our Projects
Our Projects
Our Projects
Our Projects

+16

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aaron's Landscaping
4.7(
18
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had the front of our house landscaped. Aaron and his workers removed, the old shrubs and stumps, and planted the shrubs we had selected, mulched the entire area. They took all of the debris away and left a clean area. The results were amazing. Aaron is easy to work with, respectful and courteous. His rates are reasonable. We had him come back to remove a tree that had blown into the farmers field and trim a few others with low hanging branches. We also had him remove a dead tree from our granddaughters house. Work was done and we were left with a clean area. He also did some work for our son. Highly recommend him"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JDW Property Solutions
4.3(
8
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hired them for spring clean up, mulch and to mow for the season on a Friday. They came Monday did a great job! Lawn looks great! Highly recommend."
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair

+55

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Mountain Trim
4.7(
10
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Serving York, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed my deck torn down and replaced. David was prompt with the estimate and started the job within a week. He does great work and I could tell his knowledge and experience contribute to his above average skills as a carpenter. The new deck is better than what was originally put on to my house. I will use Blue trim in the future and would be happy to recommend them for others."
Blue Mountain Trim
Blue Mountain Trim
Blue Mountain Trim
Blue Mountain Trim
Blue Mountain Trim

+13

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in York, 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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