You get land that’s properly cleared, graded, and ready for construction. Not just trees knocked down with debris scattered around your North Granville property.
When we finish your land clearing project, your foundation contractor can start immediately. No delays from stumps hiding under thin soil layers. No extra costs from surprise rocks that should have been handled during clearing. No problems that slow down your timeline.
The cleanup is complete too. All debris hauled away, not pushed into a corner for you to deal with later. You’re left with clean, workable space that looks ready for the next phase of your project.
We’ve been clearing land in North Granville and Washington County since our logging days started in 1997. We transitioned to full-time excavation in 2020, with Josh’s son joining as partner in 2022.
We understand the soil conditions, drainage challenges, and terrain you’re dealing with in North Granville. Rocky sections that need different approaches. Clay that doesn’t drain well. Slopes that require careful grading to prevent erosion.
You’re working with operators who know this area’s mix of rocky soil, old stone walls, and mature trees. Josh is present on almost every job to ensure the quality meets the standards your project deserves.
First, we visit your North Granville property to assess site conditions and understand exactly what you need. We look at soil composition, drainage patterns, and any potential complications before giving you a realistic timeline and cost estimate.
Next, we handle permit coordination and work with utility companies for line marking. Once everything is cleared, we bring in the appropriate equipment for your specific job size and site conditions.
During clearing, we carefully separate topsoil for later use and ensure proper drainage throughout the process. We remove all trees, brush, and stumps completely. Then we grade according to your specifications, creating level building areas and proper slopes for water management. Finally, we haul away all debris, leaving you with construction-ready land.
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Every land clearing project in North Granville includes complete tree and brush removal, stump extraction, and debris hauling. We don’t leave stumps in the ground or pile debris in corners for you to deal with later.
Grading services ensure your cleared land has proper drainage and level building areas. We understand North Granville’s soil conditions and how to create stable, well-draining surfaces that won’t cause problems down the road.
Site preparation also includes access road grading when needed, utility line protection, and careful work around existing structures or landscaping you want to preserve. Most residential lots in North Granville take 1-3 days depending on size and vegetation density. A quarter-acre lot with moderate brush usually gets cleared in a day, while larger lots with heavy tree cover or difficult access take longer.
Land clearing permits vary by municipality and project scope in the North Granville area. Some projects require local permits, especially near wetlands or if you’re clearing more than a certain acreage.
Most residential clearing doesn’t require permits unless you’re near wetlands or removing very large trees. However, we help coordinate utility marking through Dig Safe, which is required before any excavation work.
We’ll discuss permit requirements during your consultation and can recommend the appropriate local contacts, but permit applications are typically the property owner’s responsibility. Getting permits handled upfront prevents work stoppages and potential fines later in your project.
Most residential lots in North Granville take 1-3 days depending on size and density of vegetation. A quarter-acre lot with moderate brush and trees usually gets cleared in a day.
Larger lots with heavy tree cover or difficult access take longer. Rocky areas common in this region can add time since equipment works more carefully around ledge and stone walls.
Weather affects timing too. We avoid working during heavy rain or when soil conditions are too wet, as this can damage your property and create drainage problems. We’ll give you a realistic timeline after assessing your specific site conditions.
All cleared vegetation and debris gets hauled away completely. We don’t leave brush piles or wood chips on your North Granville property unless you specifically request it.
Trees suitable for firewood can be cut and stacked if you want them. Usable timber can sometimes be sold or donated, which may reduce your overall project cost. Brush and unusable wood get disposed of properly at approved sites.
Large rocks and stone wall materials can be stockpiled on your property if you plan to use them for landscaping later. The goal is leaving you with clean, construction-ready ground, not piles of debris to deal with yourself.
Yes, selective clearing is common in North Granville. Mature trees, stone walls, or other features you want preserved get marked and protected during the work.
Our equipment operators work carefully around these areas to avoid damage. However, very tight spaces or areas requiring hand work may cost more since it takes longer than open clearing.
The key is identifying what stays and what goes before work begins, so our crew knows exactly what to protect while working. We’ll discuss this during your site assessment to make sure your vision matches what’s practical for the equipment and timeline.
Yes, finish grading is included in most clearing projects in North Granville. This means shaping the cleared land to proper drainage and rough building pad levels.
However, precision grading for driveways, septic systems, or final building pads is usually a separate service since it requires different equipment and more detailed work. We can handle both the clearing and all grading phases, or just the clearing if you have other contractors lined up for finish work.
Most customers find it easier to coordinate everything through one contractor. We’ll discuss what level of grading your project needs during the initial consultation and include everything in your estimate.
Pricing depends on several factors specific to your North Granville property: the size and depth of clearing needed, soil conditions, site accessibility, and any special requirements like working around existing structures.
We provide detailed estimates after visiting your property and assessing the actual conditions. Our estimates include all necessary equipment, labor, permits, and cleanup. We don’t use change orders to inflate costs.
Most North Granville projects fall within predictable ranges based on our local experience, so we can usually provide accurate estimates upfront. If we encounter unexpected conditions, we discuss options with you before proceeding with any additional work.
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