As you prepare to develop a plot, scheduling land clearing will ensure you remove all trees, bushes, and debris that could impede construction. However, you may be considering undertaking this task yourself or skipping it altogether, which could negatively affect the project. Below are some reasons why hiring professionals for this job is beneficial.

What Are the Benefits of Land Clearing?

1. Allows Easy Development

No matter how you plant to use the land, clearing potential obstructions creates a blank canvas for development. Without trees and overgrown shrubs, you can build structures to suit any enterprise, whether you are preparing the plot for agriculture or building a strip mall. Furthermore, you can use the organic debris as mulch for the topsoil, minimizing erosion and enriching the ground for future vegetation. This means your clients can easily plant new foliage that brightens the landscape.

2. Improves Appearance

While some developers opt to remove all nearby vegetation, you can choose to keep healthy, mature plants. For example, you can focus on unnecessary vegetation, such as weeds, overgrown brush, and diseased plants so that the ecosystem is healthier and looks better. If you plan to keep some trees to accent the completed development, they will grow better by taking out vegetation that competes for water and nutrients. 

3. Reduces Safety Hazards

When building a structure, having stable ground is essential. The most effective way to achieve this is to clear out the terrain so that you can identify areas that require augmentation, compaction, or grading. Moreover, it removes tree stumps and sharp vegetation that can harm site workers or damage your equipment.

Land clearing also minimizes the risk of wildfires during summer and fall. Dry branches, leaves, and plants might act as kindling for a fire. Moreover, you will eliminate shelters for pests, reducing the likelihood they’ll return when you finish developing the property.

For the best results on land clearing, turn to LeGrande Excavating in Lincoln, NE. This trusted excavating contractor has been providing grading, demolition, trucking, and heavy hauling to clients throughout Lancaster County since 1993. Visit them online to learn more about their services, or call (402) 423-4076 to discuss your project requirements with a team member.