Land Clearing
From overgrown half-acre to buildable pad. Forestry mulching and selective clearing that keeps the trees worth keeping.
What this service solves
Clearing land in Hillsborough and Pasco County means working around wetlands buffers, protected trees and gopher tortoise burrows. We start with a site walk, flag the trees you want to save and confirm any permits or surveys before a single machine goes in.
For most residential lots we use a tracked forestry mulcher that grinds brush and small trees into a mulch layer, which controls erosion and avoids burn permits and hauling fees. Larger trees are felled and removed, stumps ground, and the pad left ready for your builder or pool contractor.
How the job runs
Four steps, the same on every property, so you know exactly who is in your yard and what happens next.
- 1
Walk and flag
We mark property lines, save-trees and any wetland buffers with you or your builder.
- 2
Permits and surveys
We coordinate tree permits and gopher tortoise surveys where required before work begins.
- 3
Mulch and fell
The mulcher handles brush while crews fell and remove larger trees in sequence.
- 4
Finish the pad
Stumps ground, debris hauled and the site left ready for grading or fencing.
Why homeowners book it before storm season
Keep the good trees
Selective clearing saves the shade oaks and specimen pines that add value to a lot.
No burn piles
Mulching turns brush into ground cover, so there are no burn permits or smoke complaints.
Builder-ready
We work to your contractor's clearing limits and timeline so the pour stays on schedule.
Erosion control
A mulch layer holds soil in summer downpours better than bare dirt.
What affects the price
Every quote is written after an arborist sees the tree. These ranges are sample figures to help you budget.
| Factor | What we look at | Typical effect |
|---|---|---|
| Acreage | Priced per quarter acre for brush and small trees | $1,800 to $3,400 per 1/4 ac |
| Density | Light brush vs. dense palmetto and vines | +15 to 45% |
| Large tree removals | Trees over 12 inches in diameter | Quoted per tree |
| Haul-off vs. mulch | Hauling all material off site | +$400 to $1,800 |
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In most of Hillsborough and Pasco County, yes, once protected trees are involved. We check the rules for your parcel and coordinate the paperwork.
They are a protected species in Florida. If burrows are present, a licensed agent must survey and relocate them before clearing. We schedule that for you.
Yes. A 6 to 10 foot fence line clearing is one of our most common small clearing jobs.
Often booked together
All services
Tree RemovalControlled removals with rigging and crane support, even over roofs, pool cages and power lines.From $950
Stump GrindingStumps ground 8 to 12 inches below grade, surface roots chased, chips hauled or left for mulch.From $150
Arborist AssessmentTRAQ risk assessments, permit letters, HOA and insurance reports from an ISA Certified Arborist.From $175
Get your land clearing quote
A certified arborist walks your property and sends a written quote within 24 hours. No pressure, no surprise fees.
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