You’ve got plans for your property. Maybe it’s a new home or expanding your existing space. Right now though, you’re looking at trees, brush, and uneven ground that needs to go.
We clear your land completely, grade it properly, and haul away every bit of debris. No half-finished jobs. No piles of brush left for you to deal with. No surprises that slow down your construction timeline.
When we’re done, you’ll have a clean, level site that’s ready for the next phase. Your contractors can start immediately. Your timeline stays on track. Your vision moves from idea to reality without the headaches that come with improper site preparation.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking has been handling land clearing projects throughout French Mountain and the surrounding Adirondack region since 1997. We know how the soil behaves here, where the water goes when it rains, and what it takes to prepare a site that stays put.
Every property in this area has its quirks. Some spots have ledge that’ll challenge your equipment. Others have clay that turns into soup when it’s wet. We’ve seen it all, and more importantly, we know how to work with it.
You’re not getting a crew that’s guessing their way through your job. You’re getting operators who’ve done this work in your neighborhood and understand what it takes to get it right.
We start by walking your property and talking through what you need. No surprises, no hidden complications that suddenly appear once we’re halfway done. We’ll tell you upfront if there’s ledge to deal with or drainage issues to consider.
Once we’re clear on the scope, we handle permits and utility markouts. Then our crews clear all vegetation – trees, stumps, brush, and undergrowth. All debris gets loaded and hauled away in our own trucks.
We also handle the grading work that prepares your site for construction. This includes establishing proper drainage slopes, creating level building pads, and ensuring the surface meets your project’s specifications. When we’re finished, your property won’t look like a construction zone – it’ll be neat and ready for the next contractor.
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Our land clearing service covers everything from start to finish. We remove all vegetation, handle complete debris removal with our own trucks, and provide the grading work that prepares your site for construction.
French Mountain properties often have unique challenges like rocky soil, steep slopes, or wetland considerations. We’re familiar with local requirements and can guide you through permit needs. The Adirondack Park Agency has specific regulations that may apply, and we recommend checking with local authorities early in your planning process.
Most residential lots take 1-3 days depending on size and vegetation density. A typical half-acre lot with moderate tree coverage usually takes about 2 days – one day for clearing and removal, one day for grading. We’ll give you a realistic timeline during our initial site visit based on your specific property conditions.
Most residential lots in French Mountain take 1-3 days depending on the size and density of vegetation. A typical half-acre lot with moderate tree coverage usually takes about 2 days – one day for clearing and removal, one day for grading.
Larger properties or heavily forested areas take longer. Rocky soil conditions common in French Mountain can add time, but our equipment handles these challenges efficiently. We’ll give you a realistic timeline during our initial site visit based on your specific property conditions.
It depends on your property size, location, and what you’re removing. Properties near wetlands or with significant tree coverage often require permits from local authorities. The Adirondack Park Agency also has specific regulations that may apply.
We’re familiar with these requirements and can help you understand what permits you might need. We handle the excavation-specific permits and coordinate with utility markout services. We recommend checking with local authorities early in your planning process, as permits can take several weeks to obtain.
Ledge is common in this area, and we come prepared for it. We have the equipment to break and remove rock, but it does add time and cost to the job. The good news is we can usually tell from the site conditions whether ledge is likely to be an issue.
If we hit unexpected rock, we stop and discuss options before continuing. Our experience working in French Mountain means we understand these soil conditions and know how to work with them efficiently. We’ll be upfront about any ledge concerns during our initial site visit.
Yes, all debris gets loaded and hauled away in our own trucks. No additional disposal fees or surprise costs. This includes all vegetation – trees, stumps, brush, and undergrowth that we remove during the clearing process.
We handle the complete process so you don’t have to worry about coordinating with multiple contractors or dealing with debris piles on your property. When we’re done, your site will be clean and ready for the next phase of your project.
Our grading service includes establishing proper drainage slopes, creating level building pads, and ensuring the surface meets your project’s specifications. Whether that’s rough grading for a building pad or fine grading ready for concrete, we make sure the surface is level, properly sloped for drainage, and ready for your next contractor.
Drainage is critical in French Mountain because water has to go somewhere, and you don’t want it going toward your foundation. We look at the natural flow patterns on your property and work with them, not against them. Sometimes that means installing drainage pipe or adjusting grades to direct water away from the house.
The cost depends on several factors including property size, density of vegetation, soil conditions, and accessibility. Most residential projects range from $2,000 to $4,650 depending on the scope of work needed.
Rocky soil conditions and ledge can affect pricing, but we’ll be upfront about any potential issues during our site visit. We provide clear estimates with no hidden fees – what we quote is what you pay. All debris removal is included in our pricing, so there are no surprise disposal costs.
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