Your new home construction starts with land that’s properly cleared and graded. No water pooling around your foundation. No settling issues that crack walls. No surprise utility damage that stops work for weeks.
When land clearing is done right the first time, your builder works faster. Your timeline stays on track. Your investment stays protected.
That’s what happens when you work with contractors who understand Hartman’s terrain, soil conditions, and drainage patterns. You get site preparation that sets everything else up for success.
We’ve been serving Hartman and the surrounding area since 1997. What started as a logging business transitioned to full-time excavation in 2020, with Josh’s son joining as a partner in 2022.
Josh is present on almost every job to ensure quality control. We’re not the cheapest option, and that’s intentional. You’re investing in fewer headaches, proper drainage, and site preparation that prevents expensive problems down the road.
We know how water moves across local terrain. We understand which soil types need special handling and which drain well naturally.
First, we walk your property and identify where water naturally wants to go. We look at slopes, soil conditions, and how your site connects to surrounding areas. This tells us exactly what needs to happen.
Next, we handle all permit requirements and utility marking. No surprises that stop work or create expensive delays.
Then we bring in the right equipment and start clearing. We remove vegetation, grade for proper drainage, and prepare your land to exact specifications. Our modern fleet of excavators and bulldozers ensures safe, efficient completion.
Finally, we handle complete debris removal and final grading check. Your site is ready for construction with no cleanup problems left behind.
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Complete vegetation removal and stump grinding prepares your building site. Proper grading creates drainage that directs water away from your future foundation. Soil optimization prevents settling and structural issues.
In Hartman, we deal with specific challenges like rocky terrain, seasonal water issues, and varying soil types. Clay soils need different handling than sandy areas. Rocky ground requires specialized equipment and techniques.
We protect existing utilities during clearing and mark everything properly. Environmental regulations get handled correctly to avoid fines or project shutdowns. All debris gets disposed of according to local requirements.
Your land clearing includes final site inspection and grading verification. Everything meets specifications before we consider the job complete.
Land clearing costs in Hartman typically range from $3,000 to $4,800 per acre depending on vegetation density and terrain conditions. Light clearing with small trees and minimal brush costs less than heavily forested areas with large trees and rocky soil.
Several factors affect your final cost: property accessibility, soil conditions, utility locations, and disposal requirements. We provide detailed estimates after assessing your specific site because every property presents unique challenges.
The estimate includes all aspects of the clearing work, permit assistance, and debris removal so you know exactly what you’re paying upfront with no hidden fees.
Most residential lot clearing in Hartman takes 1-3 days for standard building lots. Larger properties or heavily forested areas may require up to a week depending on vegetation density and site requirements.
Weather conditions affect our timeline, especially during mud season or winter months. We give you realistic timeframes upfront and communicate any delays immediately.
Our goal is keeping your construction project on schedule. We coordinate with your builder and other contractors to ensure site preparation happens when needed without holding up the next phase of work.
Yes, we assist with the permit process and ensure all work meets local requirements in Hartman and Washington County. Most land clearing for new construction requires building permits, and work near wetlands may need additional environmental approvals.
Our experience with local regulations means we know what’s required and can help you avoid delays or compliance issues. We coordinate with town officials and handle the paperwork so you don’t have to navigate complex requirements alone.
Part of professional service is making sure everything is done legally and properly from the start. This protects your investment and prevents problems that could shut down your project later.
Absolutely. We plan access routes and work areas to minimize impact on trees and landscaping you want to preserve. Selective clearing allows us to remove unwanted vegetation while protecting valuable mature trees and desirable landscape features.
During our initial site assessment, we identify which trees to save and plan our clearing approach accordingly. Our operators use precision techniques to work around preserved areas without damaging root systems or bark.
This requires more careful planning and execution, but the result is a building site that maintains some of your property’s natural character while still providing proper drainage and construction access.
We use a modern fleet of excavators, bulldozers, and specialized clearing equipment designed for different terrain types and vegetation densities. Our machines include forestry mulchers for brush clearing, stump grinders for root removal, and GPS-guided graders for precise site preparation.
All equipment is well-maintained and operated by experienced professionals who understand how to handle Hartman’s varying soil conditions. We own our equipment rather than renting, which means no delays waiting for availability and better control over project timelines.
The right equipment for your specific site conditions makes the difference between efficient clearing and a prolonged, expensive project. We match our machinery to your terrain and vegetation type for optimal results.
Yes, proper grading is essential after clearing and included in our comprehensive site preparation service. We create the correct slope for drainage, level building areas to specifications, and ensure your site is ready for foundation work.
Grading prevents water problems that cause foundation issues, basement flooding, and erosion around your future home. We understand how water moves across Hartman’s terrain and grade accordingly to direct runoff away from structures.
Our GPS guidance technology allows us to achieve precise grades to within fractions of an inch. This accuracy ensures your foundation contractor can work efficiently without additional site preparation or corrections.
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