When your land clearing is done right, everything else falls into place. Your construction timeline stays on track. Your drainage works properly from day one. Your investment is protected.
Most residential lots in Jackson take just 1-3 days to clear completely. A standard half-acre lot with moderate tree coverage typically takes about 2 days from start to finish, including debris removal and basic grading.
You get a completely clean, construction-ready site with proper drainage and slope. No debris piles to deal with. No surprises that delay your project. Just cleared land that’s ready for your next step.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking started as a logging business in 1997 and transitioned to full-time excavation in 2020. Josh and his son run this close-knit family operation, with Josh present on almost every job to ensure quality.
We’ve been clearing land in Jackson, NY for years. We understand the soil conditions here, the local regulations, and what it takes to prepare sites properly in this area. Our operators have cleared everything from small residential lots to large commercial developments.
You’re working with a local company that’s invested in this community and stands behind every job we complete. We’re not just here to clear your land—we’re here to be your excavator forever.
First, we walk your property with you to understand exactly what needs to be cleared and identify any potential challenges. We mark utilities, note property boundaries, and discuss your timeline and specific requirements.
Next, we bring in the right equipment for your terrain and vegetation type. Our operators systematically clear the designated areas, carefully removing trees, brush, and debris while protecting features you want to keep.
We handle all debris removal and disposal as part of our service. Trees and brush are either chipped on-site for mulch (which you can keep if you want), or hauled away to appropriate disposal facilities. Your property is completely clean when we’re finished, with proper grading included for drainage and construction readiness.
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Our comprehensive land clearing service includes debris removal, grading, and complete site cleanup. We also help coordinate utility marking through Dig Safe and can guide you through permit requirements specific to Jackson, NY regulations.
Jackson’s rolling terrain and varying soil conditions require experienced operators who understand local challenges. We take extra care to protect landscaping and features you want to preserve while thoroughly clearing designated areas.
For residential properties, we focus on new home construction site prep, driveways, and septic installations. For commercial projects, we coordinate with other contractors and work within your project timeline to keep everything moving smoothly.
Most residential lots in Jackson take 1-3 days to clear completely, depending on the size of the property and density of vegetation. A standard half-acre lot with moderate tree coverage typically takes about 2 days from start to finish, including debris removal and basic grading.
Larger properties or lots with heavy forest coverage may take longer. We’ll give you an accurate timeline during our free property visit and estimate, so you know exactly what to expect for your specific project.
All debris removal and disposal is included in our land clearing service. Trees and brush are either chipped on-site for mulch (which you can keep if you want), or hauled away to appropriate disposal facilities. Larger logs can sometimes be cut for firewood if you’re interested.
We also include grading as part of our comprehensive land preparation service. After clearing, we provide rough grading to establish proper drainage and slope, or fine grading for more precise specifications if you’re ready for immediate construction. We don’t leave you with piles of debris to deal with—your property is completely clean when we’re finished.
Permit requirements vary depending on your property size, location, and local regulations in Jackson. We’ll let you know if permits are needed for your specific project and can guide you through the process.
We help coordinate utility marking through Dig Safe, which is required before any excavation work begins. Our experience with local requirements helps ensure your project stays compliant and avoids delays from regulatory issues. During our property visit, we’ll identify any potential permit needs and walk you through what’s required.
Land clearing costs vary significantly based on terrain, vegetation density, accessibility, and what level of grading you need. Lightly wooded flat areas cost less than steep terrain with heavy forest coverage.
Rather than give you a generic per-acre price that might not apply to your situation, we provide free estimates based on actually seeing your property. This way you get accurate pricing for your specific project, not a ballpark figure that could be way off. We’ll walk your property with you and give you a detailed estimate that covers everything included in the service.
Yes, selective clearing is a big part of what we do. We take extra care to protect landscaping and features you want to preserve while thoroughly clearing the areas you’ve designated.
During our property walkthrough, we’ll mark exactly what stays and what goes. Our operators have the experience and precision equipment needed to work around trees, landscaping, and other features you want to keep. We understand that your property has value beyond just the cleared areas, and we treat it accordingly.
We’re a local family business that’s been serving Jackson, NY since our logging days in 1997. Josh is present on almost every job to ensure quality, and we focus on building lasting relationships with our customers rather than just completing one-time transactions.
We understand the soil conditions in Jackson, the local regulations, and what it takes to prepare sites properly in this area. Our experience with local requirements helps ensure your project stays compliant and avoids delays. We’ve built our reputation on doing land clearing right the first time, and we stand behind every job we complete.
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