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We’re often asked to step in to help with trees and vegetation that’s out of control or land that needs excavation to prepare for the area’s intended use. Oftentimes, the land has man-made debris and junk that also requires removal. There are several methods used to clear land and brush depending on how extensive the situation is.
There are many ways to clear land – mulchers, bulldozers, excavators, chainsaws, and burning vegetation. There are advantages to each style of land clearing, but all come with their own set of unique challenge.
When using this style of land clearing, you can cover a lot of land at a fast pace. This quick pace, however, leaves behind large holes, which creates a rough, messy finish. This finish may be an acceptable finished product on some occasions. However, if you plan to use the land for pasturing animals or haying, you will likely need to come back and bring dirt in to fill the holes left behind. Consequently, the speed in which you cleared is quickly negated, with the second pass needed to accomplish the finish. In the end, you will have a massive pile of material that will either need to be hauled away or burned. This additional step can be somewhat time-consuming and costly.
While hand clearing may be the least invasive way of clearing your land, it will also be the most time-consuming. The use of handheld options is very selective and deliberate. This is a good option if you are planning to thin a small area to come in and build a house or other structure, and want to create a safe buffer for fire dangers.
The use of a mulcher is an excellent alternative to grubbing and burning. With mulching, we are able to selectively cut and process vegetation efficiently.
With mulching, you are removing trees and underbrush, as well as putting the organic matter back on the ground. By putting the mulch back where you have removed the vegetation, you provide a natural barrier that will assist in preventing the regrowth of invasive species and promotes the growth of the natural vegetation. When using a mulcher as a form of land clearing, you reduce the need to come back and fix up the land.
Do you have land that needs clearing? Give Landscaping Plus a call! We’ll be glad to provide you with a free consultation and quote for whatever land clearing needs you have.