You get a clean, level building site that’s ready for your foundation crew to start work. No stumps sticking up where they shouldn’t be. No drainage problems waiting to surprise you later.
The soil conditions are preserved properly so your foundation work goes smoothly. Access routes are clear and graded correctly for heavy equipment and material deliveries. Your remaining trees and landscape features stay intact where you want them.
Most importantly, you’re not dealing with permit issues, environmental compliance problems, or contractors who disappear halfway through the job. Your project stays on schedule, and you can move forward with confidence knowing the groundwork is solid.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking has been clearing land in the Diamond Point and Lake George region since transitioning from logging to full-time excavation in 2020. Josh and his son work as partners in this family business, with Josh present on almost every job to ensure quality.
We understand the rocky soil conditions, wetland regulations, and seasonal challenges that come with Adirondack construction projects. Our equipment is built for this terrain, and our crew knows how to work efficiently without damaging the features of your property you want to keep.
You’re working with a local team that’s invested in this community and has a reputation to maintain with every job we complete.
First, we walk your property together to understand exactly what needs to be cleared and what you want preserved. We identify any potential issues with drainage, access, or environmental regulations before we start moving dirt.
Next, we handle all necessary permits and utility markings. This prevents delays and ensures your project stays on track from day one. We know which departments to work with and what documentation they require.
Then we bring in our specialized equipment designed for Diamond Point’s challenging terrain. We work around wetland boundaries, steep slopes, and rocky conditions using techniques we’ve developed through years of working in this area. All debris gets removed from your property, and stumps are ground below grade so they won’t interfere with construction.
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Your land clearing service includes complete tree and brush removal, stump grinding, and debris disposal. We handle both selective clearing to preserve specific trees and complete lot clearing for maximum building space.
Grading services ensure proper drainage and soil preparation for construction. We create access roads and driveways as needed, and handle any rock removal or soil conditioning required for your specific building plans.
Environmental compliance and permit coordination are included so you don’t have to navigate regulatory requirements on your own. In Diamond Point’s challenging terrain, this often means working around wetland boundaries, steep slopes, and rocky conditions that require specialized equipment and local knowledge to handle properly.
Most residential lots in Diamond Point take 2-5 days to clear completely, depending on the density of trees, terrain challenges, and size of the area. Heavily wooded lots with large trees or rocky conditions may take longer.
We provide a realistic timeline during our initial site visit based on your specific property conditions. Diamond Point’s soil varies significantly from property to property, so timing depends on what we encounter once work begins. We also factor in weather delays during spring and fall when conditions can change quickly in the Lake George area.
Yes, we handle the permit research and application process as part of our service, since requirements can vary significantly based on your property’s specific location and environmental features. Our local experience means we know which permits are needed and how to get them approved efficiently.
Most foundation work requires building permits, while projects near Lake George may have additional environmental considerations. We handle permit applications because we know which departments to work with and what documentation they require. This prevents delays and ensures your project stays compliant with all local regulations from start to finish.
Yes, selective clearing is common and often preferred to maintain mature trees and natural features. We carefully mark trees you want to keep and plan our clearing pattern to protect their root systems and avoid damage from heavy equipment.
The key is identifying these trees early in the planning process so we can design the most efficient clearing approach. Some trees may need protective barriers during the work, and we’ll recommend which trees are likely to survive the construction process and which ones might be at risk.
Diamond Point’s rocky terrain requires specialized equipment and techniques that we’ve developed through years of working in this area. We use rock hammers and specialized excavation tools to break up large rocks and ledge.
Smaller rocks can often be crushed and used as fill material, while larger boulders may need to be relocated or removed entirely. We assess rock conditions during our initial site visit and factor any additional rock work into our project timeline and pricing upfront, so there are no surprises later.
All debris gets removed from your property as part of our service. Usable logs may be processed for lumber or firewood if you’re interested, otherwise everything gets disposed of properly at approved facilities.
We don’t burn debris on-site due to fire regulations and environmental concerns. Stumps are ground below grade so they won’t interfere with construction or landscaping. This ensures your property is completely ready for the next phase of your construction project.
Yes, proper grading is included in our land clearing service because it’s essential for construction readiness. We establish correct drainage patterns to direct water away from your building site and prevent erosion problems.
Final grading creates the level surfaces needed for foundations, driveways, and landscaping. Our grading work follows your building plans and local code requirements for proper drainage and soil preparation. If your project requires extensive cut and fill work or specialized drainage systems, we’ll discuss those requirements during our initial consultation.
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