So, it’s finally time for you to start work on that land clearing project that will kick off something greater. Regardless of the lot’s future use, hiring professional land clearing services is definitely the right choice.
If this is your first time participating in the land clearing process, Lone Star Land Services welcomes you! Even if it’s not, it’s always a good idea to get a refresher. Below, we’ve put together a few basics on what you can expect during a San Antonio land clearing project.
Defining Land Clearing
What does it mean to clear land in the first place?
Land clearing refers to site preparation for construction, agricultural development, or environmental restructuring. A team of professionals removes unwanted plants, rocks, and other debris, leaving behind only what is desired.
You can customize your land clearing parameters depending on your needs. For example, how much land do you need cleared? What is your land clearing budget, and how soon do you need to finish the project?
Discuss even the smallest details with your chosen clearing company for the best results.
The Land Clearing Process
While each project has its differences, they generally follow a few core steps:
Assessing the Site
Every job should start by assessing the plot to be cleared. That means checking every nook and cranny of the site and recording the types and density of vegetation, its topography, and more.
These details are crucial for finding entry points for our equipment and ensuring we follow environmental regulations for land clearing. For example, if you have a protected plant species on your property, we need to know about it.
By the end of the assessment, we should be able to estimate the time and tools needed for the job.
Forming the Plan
With the details we gathered during the assessment, we can devise a detailed plan and give you a specific quote for our services. We will also have a better idea of which land clearing permits in San Antonio we need to pay for, plus any special considerations to keep in mind, such as working around different structures.
Everyone on the team, you included, should be on the same page before we move forward. This is where we present you with the full itemized quote, and you sign off on it if you want us to proceed.
Getting the Permits
Some San Antonio land clearing projects, especially ones that require ample vegetation and debris disposal, may require permits. That’s why it’s best to work with local clearing experts with proven track records and great reviews. Reputable companies like ours ensure everything stays safe and legal.
The Clearing Part
Here’s where we get into the grit of the job, using various tools and tactics depending on the type of greenery and debris we’re removing. After all, clearing trees and vegetation can cost an arm and a leg, literally, if you aren’t careful.
- Delicate areas: We may have to hand-clear using chainsaws or pruning shears.
- Smaller plants/saplings: Brush hogs or mulchers become useful for breaking down low, dense plant matter.
- Trees in tight spaces: We may use chainsaws or other tools to cut off branches before dismantling trees piece by piece.
- Heavy tree cover: For lots of trees, we may use heavy machinery to take several down at once. This works best in otherwise open areas.
- Stump removal: If you included stump removal in your project plan, we will use a grinder, an excavator, or an eco-friendly chemical treatment. The grinder produces mulch, while the excavator removes the stump down to the root ball, which is more time consuming.
Disposing of Debris
Clearing the land produces much in the way of additional debris, such as wood chips and logs. We can sell the wood, turn it into mulch, or burn it on site, depending on the property size. We also remove rocks, concrete, and any other obstacles we find.
Grading and Leveling
Another part of our job as professionals is ensuring the land is level and well graded. This process helps prevent pooling water, soil erosion, and other issues that can occur because the trees and other plants aren’t there anymore.
Professional Land Clearing in San Antonio with Lone Star Land Services
Once we finish cleaning up after ourselves, down to removing the tire tracks, we do a final walkthrough to ensure you’re satisfied with our work. Once we get the thumbs up, we consider it a job well done.
That’s the same process we’ve done hundreds of times since we started many years ago. We have land clearing down to a science, and we’re more than ready to help you do the same thing.
Call Lone Star Land Services at (210) 473-7750 or visit our contact page to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today.
