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

Avatar for A New Look Construction, LLC
A New Look Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC
Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC
4.1(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Preban & his crew installed a drainage system in my yard. His written estimate was complete, fairly priced. They showed up when they said they would & worked a long couple of days. I definitely recommend Preban Enterprises."
Response time5 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Gooseland Tree and Excavating
3.5(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

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Avatar for Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
4.8(
640
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

"Excellent, as always. They have done SO much work for us over the years - 13 years since I have been here at our condo. We have two catch basins that need to be rodded and cleaned as preventive maintenance regularly. They have also done some work for us when we've had tree roots grow into our sewer lines. They were far less expensive than other quotes and did the work just as well. They are terrific. Angel, who always services our condo building is the best!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Midwest Spray Coatings A Perfect Crawlspace
Midwest Spray Coatings A Perfect Crawlspace
4.7(
193
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional and thorough inspection of old dirt crawlspace and foundation walls, with photos taken, and quote given for installation of their crawlspace encapsulation process.  
The encapsulation process sounds like a great solution to any crawlspace issues that may be present.  However, it is a costly solution, although may have this done in the future. 
The inspection process went well, friendly, professional and all questions thoroughly answered.  The only down-side:  Minor issue, but wish men had placed a drop-cloth outside the crawlspace entrance so as not to track out any crawlspace soil."
Exposed stone foundation
Foundation repair and insulation
Polyurea Coating
Ineffective fiberglass
Repairs to Foundation - Same Day

+16

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Naper Lawn Works Inc
4.4(
66
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased an Angie's List Deal for this service.
The phone scheduling woman at Lawn Works was able to accommodate my request for a specific day of the week  The technician arrived right on time and was friendly and courteous.  He needed to go into the basement to turn on the water and put on shoe protectors before walking through my house.  He handled everything quickly and professionally.  We will definitely call them for our winter shut off and again in spring. Very nice person handling the scheduling and very nice technician.  Overall, a happy service.
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Reliable Basement Services LLC
Reliable Basement Services LLC
4.7(
208
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team showed up at 8am on time and immediately got to work. They were very friendly and did not hesitate to ask questions regarding an old sprinkler system in the yard. They had to remove part of a hedge, but only removed the minimum amount needed to bury the drain pipe. The window well replacement is beautiful. They even replaced the drain at the bottom without asking. Overall, Scott and his team did a phenomenal job. I would totally hire them again."
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+6

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Land Clearing Services FAQs, answered by experts

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

A few different types of land surveys can help determine certain features and boundaries of your property. These include:

  • Boundary surveys describe the actual borders of a property. These are generally required when trying to get construction permits issued. 

  • Location surveys provide much of the same information as a boundary survey but also include in-depth information about any improvements made to your property. 

  • Mortgage location surveys are usually required by lenders and title companies before financing or offering an insurance policy. 

  • Site-planning surveys are done before applying for building permits and can be issued before any major home improvements. 

  • Topographic surveys provide a formal map of land elevations. It can also describe the location and size of natural features and any land improvements.

Surveys completed by licensed surveyors can be recorded with a local surveying records office, and in most cases, they will be. Filing survey reports categorize them as legal documents, and they can be used whenever legal documentation of your property’s boundaries is needed. While you’re not required to file survey documents, it’s a good idea to do so. 

Land surveying can help give clear guidance on your property boundaries for numerous situations. And in some cases, having your land surveyed is a requirement. Some common reasons to have your land surveyed include:

  • Planning for construction projects, like building a fence

  • Locating utilities, such as plumbing fixtures

  • Settling property line disputes 

  • Creating subdivisions 

  • Meeting mortgage requirements

  • Selling your property

Depending on the type of land survey, the report will mark the boundaries of your property, the topographical changes of the landscape, as well as major natural and added structures to the plot. A more detailed survey, like an as-built survey, will note the measurements of the structures and landscape following major construction. A topographic survey will also help your contractor determine the cost of land development projects.

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