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Land and Lumber

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Land and Lumber

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

Specializing in rural property development and land management We’re here to help whether you're breaking ground on your very first home or managing a large spread of land. From clearing and grading to site prep and infrastructure, we bring the right tools, the right experience, and a whole lot of care to every project. We help you make the most of your land, with precision, integrity, and the kind of personalized service you only get from a family-run business. Let’s build something great—together.

"James was an amazing professional, he worked 10 hour days and delivered everything he promised. Already sent him a friend referral and will recommend to anyone."

Jay T on April 2025

Specializing in rural property development and land management We’re here to help whether you're breaking ground on your very first home or managing a large spread of land. From clearing and grading to site prep and infrastructure, we bring the right tools, the right experience, and a whole lot of care to every project. We help you make the most of your land, with precision, integrity, and the kind of personalized service you only get from a family-run business. Let’s build something great—together.

"James was an amazing professional, he worked 10 hour days and delivered everything he promised. Already sent him a friend referral and will recommend to anyone."

Jay T on April 2025


D&E Fencing LLC

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D&E Fencing LLC

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16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


Moore Contracting, LLC

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Moore Contracting, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018


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BJC Construction

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BJC Construction

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1 years of experience

At BJC Construction, we specialize in professional land clearing services with a commitment to quality and integrity. As a veteran-owned company, we bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and unparalleled dedication to every project. Why Choose Us? Trustworthy Service: With a background in the military, we prioritize honesty and reliability in all our interactions. Experienced Team: Our skills and training equip us to handle any land clearing challenge, big or small. Safety First: We implement rigorous safety protocols to protect your property and our team. Community Focus: Supporting us means supporting veterans and local communities. We believe in giving back. Environmental Responsibility: We utilize eco-friendly practices to ensure minimal impact on the environment. Whether you’re preparing land for construction, clearing out overgrowth, or needing forestry management, we have the expertise to get the job done right. Get in Touch! (814-421-9338)

At BJC Construction, we specialize in professional land clearing services with a commitment to quality and integrity. As a veteran-owned company, we bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and unparalleled dedication to every project. Why Choose Us? Trustworthy Service: With a background in the military, we prioritize honesty and reliability in all our interactions. Experienced Team: Our skills and training equip us to handle any land clearing challenge, big or small. Safety First: We implement rigorous safety protocols to protect your property and our team. Community Focus: Supporting us means supporting veterans and local communities. We believe in giving back. Environmental Responsibility: We utilize eco-friendly practices to ensure minimal impact on the environment. Whether you’re preparing land for construction, clearing out overgrowth, or needing forestry management, we have the expertise to get the job done right. Get in Touch! (814-421-9338)


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Johnson Enterprise

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1 years of experience

Johnson Enterprise, I specialize in excavation and concrete work. My company also offers construction services, demolition services, as well as grading and landscaping services. I strive to deliver top quality product at an affordable price. I started Johnson Enterprise in January of 2024 however I have worked in the construction field for over thirteen years. I've learned many of my skills along the way working with some of the best people in the industry.

Johnson Enterprise, I specialize in excavation and concrete work. My company also offers construction services, demolition services, as well as grading and landscaping services. I strive to deliver top quality product at an affordable price. I started Johnson Enterprise in January of 2024 however I have worked in the construction field for over thirteen years. I've learned many of my skills along the way working with some of the best people in the industry.


H. Snyder Contracting

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H. Snyder Contracting

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General Contractor Can provide all types of residential and commercial construction and remodeling services. Including dirt work, landscaping, and hardscaping also. 26 years experience and committed to fair pricing and detail to work.

General Contractor Can provide all types of residential and commercial construction and remodeling services. Including dirt work, landscaping, and hardscaping also. 26 years experience and committed to fair pricing and detail to work.



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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

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