Land & Lot Clearing

What Land Clearing Actually Involves

Land clearing means removing everything that's growing on a piece of property so you can use the space for something else. This includes trees, brush, stumps, undergrowth, and any vegetation that's in the way of your plans. Whether you're building a new home, putting in a driveway, creating a lawn, or preparing land for farming, clearing is the first step.

Some properties just need a few trees removed and light cleanup. Others are covered in thick vegetation that takes heavy equipment and serious time to clear. We handle both ends of the spectrum and everything in between. Our goal is to leave you with clean, level ground ready for whatever comes next in your property improvement project.

Land clearing isn't just about cutting everything down. We consider drainage, soil stability, and which trees or features you might want to keep. Good clearing work sets up your project for success rather than creating problems you'll have to fix later.

How We Clear Your Land Efficiently

Planning the Work

Before we start clearing, we walk the property with you and discuss your vision. Where do you want buildings? Which trees should stay? Are there wetlands, slopes, or other features we need to work around? This planning phase saves time and prevents mistakes once the clearing starts.

We also check for any legal requirements. Some municipalities have rules about clearing near property lines or wetlands. If you need permits or surveys, we'll let you know before we begin. Here's what our typical clearing process looks like:

• •Mark property boundaries and areas to be preserved or avoided during clearing
• •Remove large trees first, either chipping them on site or hauling them away as logs
• •Clear smaller trees, brush, and undergrowth using appropriate equipment for the density
• •Grind stumps below ground level so they won't interfere with construction or landscaping
• •Remove rocks, debris, and other obstacles that could cause problems later
• •Grade and level the cleared area as needed for your project requirements

The timeline depends on the size of your lot and how much vegetation needs removal. Small residential lots might take a day or two. Larger parcels with heavy growth can take a week or more. We'll give you a realistic estimate after seeing the property.

The Right Equipment for Your Property

Matching Tools to the Job

We bring the right equipment for your specific situation. Small lots in developed areas need different tools than large rural parcels. If we need to work in tight spaces or protect surrounding property, we use smaller, more precise equipment. For open land with heavy vegetation, we can bring in larger machines that clear faster.

Our equipment includes excavators, skid steers, brush mowers, wood chippers, and stump grinding machines. For selective clearing where you want to preserve certain trees or features, we work more carefully with chainsaws and smaller equipment. The goal is always getting the job done efficiently without unnecessary damage to your property.

Dealing With Debris

What happens to everything we clear? That depends on what you want and what we're removing. Trees can be chipped into mulch, cut into firewood, or hauled away as waste. Many landowners like keeping wood chips on site to use around landscaping or new plantings. We can spread chips across cleared areas to control erosion until you're ready for the next phase.

Brush and small vegetation typically get chipped or hauled to a disposal site. If you have specific plans for the material or want certain things left on site, just let us know. We're flexible and can usually accommodate your preferences as part of the clearing process.

Common Reasons to Clear Land

New Construction and Development

Building a new home is the most common reason people clear land. Your builder needs a clean site to work on, with room for equipment, materials, and the actual construction. We coordinate with builders all the time and understand what they need from a cleared lot. If you need specific trees removed while preserving others for shade or aesthetics, we can handle that selective approach.

Reclaiming Overgrown Property

Maybe you inherited land that hasn't been maintained in years. Or you bought a property that's completely overgrown. Clearing brings the land back to a usable state so you can decide what to do with it. Sometimes people clear land just to see what they actually have once all the vegetation is gone.

Creating Outdoor Spaces

Land clearing isn't always about construction. People clear areas for yards, gardens, pastures, or recreational space. If you want to put in a pond, create trails, or just have more open land, clearing makes it possible. The work is the same, but we might leave more topsoil and natural features depending on your end use.

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