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Top-Rated Land clearing pros in Clio - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Preferred Excavation
Preferred Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this outstanding excavation contractor to clear 5 acres of raw land, develop a roadway, install a culvert and driveway, and create a wildlife trail — and I can’t recommend them enough. From day one, they treated my vision with care, patiently walking the property, listening closely, and offering smart, practical advice on every phase. They didn’t just follow instructions — they improved them, suggesting optimal grading, drainage, and trail routing to preserve nature while building function. Tree clearing was done methodically, respecting the land’s contours. The roadway is solid, accessible, and thoughtfully routed. The culvert and driveway were installed with precision, ensuring long-term durability and proper water flow. The wildlife trail was crafted with intention — preserving canopy, avoiding erosion, and blending into the woods. It’s not just a path , it’s a habitat. I’m thrilled they’ll return to help dig a pond, a centerpiece I know they’ll execute with precisio"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dillard Property Works
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

I provide full-service property solutions including forestry services, driveway grading, gravel driveway installation, and junk removal/hauling. I’m fully licensed and insured, delivering reliable, high-quality work to keep your property clean, accessible, and looking its best. Fair pricing and dependable service you can count on.

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Talton Contracting
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m Josh, owner of Groundline Contracting. With hands-on experience in excavation and site supervision, I provide land clearing, grading, pond building, and underground utility work. I take pride in honest communication, hard work, and treating your property with the same care I would my own. Every job is an opportunity to earn your trust and help bring your plans to life.

Avatar for Holloway Land Restoration, LLC
Holloway Land Restoration, LLC
4.8(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"I Highly recommend Holloway Land Restoration!! Paul Holloway was a pleasure to work with and delivered what he promised.. I am more than happy with the work he did for me!! He went over and above to make sure I was happy with the job!!"
Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Before

+5

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&H Tree Service
4.8(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a great experience. J&H Tree Service has skilled workers, all the necessary equipment, and were very careful as they moved around my property. There are many companies that provide the same services but I doubt there are any who do it better."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Denali Ridge Farm and Timber
Denali Ridge Farm and Timber
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clio, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott cleared 6 lots for me that were heavily wooded and treed. He was prompt, efficient, and super affordable! I took several bids and he was by far the least expensive. I was a little leery of that in the beginning, but when I interviewed him, he told me that we are all going through hard times and he wasn't out to over price people that needed work done. He was personable, down to earth, didn't try to "oversell ". To sum him up , I would say, Honest, dependable, Good ole Boy who is very good at what he does. I am beyond pleased with his work. He even told me a price range and I figured it would be the higher end, but actually came in on the lower end. With everything he did on my lots, I could not be happier with his expertise and eye for detail."
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Gray Tract
Gray Tract
Gary Tract

+17

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Land Clearing Services FAQs, answered by experts

You can’t build on undeveloped land without preparing it for construction, which involves running utilities to the site or accounting for private utilities like wells and septic systems and grading and compacting the soil for safe construction. Once you prepare the land, you can build on it as long as the project abides by local zoning regulations.

Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.

Yes, new home construction will always require building permits, no matter where you live. In most cases, you’ll need a general construction permit, along with plumbing and electrical permits for the utility lines in your home. Depending on where you live, you’ll likely find that you also need permits for things like connection to a sewage system or installing exterior components, like decks, driveways, patios, and curb cutouts. Leave navigating the permits required for new home construction to a professional to ensure your home is built legally and safely.

Land surveys are worth it in several scenarios including selling your home, building an addition, constructing a fence, or making major changes to your landscape. A professional land survey can help you avoid legal issues with your neighbors and confirm the value of your property. In many cases, you may be required to order a land survey to receive a construction permit or mortgage loan.

You should always calculate real estate development costs on a case-by-case basis, so there’s no specific formula to estimate your total. You should speak with a local construction manager to see what you’ll need to do in terms of clearing and leveling the land, connecting utilities, and pulling permits for construction. A professional will be able to get you an accurate estimate for land development.

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