Land Clearing Services
in Middle Tennessee
Complete land clearing from standing timber to bare ground. We remove trees, grind stumps, clear brush, and haul debris — leaving your property clean and ready for whatever comes next.
Tell Us About Your SiteComplete Land Clearing Solutions
Land clearing in Middle Tennessee transforms wooded, overgrown, or unusable property into clean, accessible land ready for construction, agriculture, or other development. S and S Excavation and Hauling provides comprehensive land clearing services that cover every phase of the process — from felling large timber to removing the last stump below grade. We clear property for homeowners, builders, farmers, and developers across Tullahoma, Decherd, Eagleville, and communities throughout the region.
Land clearing is more than just knocking down trees. A properly cleared lot requires removing all vegetation, extracting stumps and root balls from the building footprint, disposing of or processing debris, and leaving the ground in a condition suitable for the next phase of work. Shortcuts during clearing — leaving stumps in the ground, pushing brush into piles that rot and settle, or failing to remove root systems from fill areas — create expensive problems months or years later when foundations shift, driveways sink, or buried organic material decomposes beneath structures.
We offer multiple clearing methods depending on your property conditions and end use. Forestry mulching handles light-to-moderate vegetation and leaves a beneficial mulch layer. Excavation-based clearing removes heavy timber, stumps, and root balls completely. We match the method to your specific situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. The right method saves you money and delivers better results for your intended land use.
Land Clearing Services
Full Lot Clearing
When the entire lot needs to be cleared to bare ground — for a homesite, commercial building, or agricultural conversion — we remove all trees, brush, and stumps within the designated clearing limits. The lot gets grubbed clean and is ready for grading and site prep.
Selective Tree Removal
Not every clearing job requires removing everything. We selectively remove specific trees while preserving the specimens you want to keep. Dead trees, hazard trees, species you do not want, and trees in the building footprint get removed. Shade trees, ornamentals, and healthy hardwoods you value remain standing and protected during the clearing process.
Stump Removal and Grinding
Stumps left after tree cutting create problems — they attract termites, impede mowing, and rot underground causing settlement. We remove stumps by grinding them below grade or excavating the entire root ball depending on the application. Building areas get full root ball removal; non-structural areas can use grinding for cost efficiency.
Brush Clearing
Dense undergrowth, briars, honeysuckle thickets, and volunteer saplings get cleared using a combination of forestry mulching and excavation-based methods. We clear the understory while preserving the larger trees you want to keep, restoring an open, park-like condition to wooded properties.
Debris Removal and Hauling
Trees and brush that cannot be mulched in place get loaded and hauled off-site for disposal. We maintain clean work sites and remove all clearing debris before turning the property over. No burn piles, no brush stacks, no debris left for the property owner to deal with after we leave.
Right-of-Way Clearing
Power line easements, pipeline corridors, road frontages, and utility rights-of-way require periodic clearing to maintain access and compliance. We clear right-of-way areas to specified widths and height restrictions, processing the material with forestry mulching or hauling it off as conditions require.
Our Clearing Process
Site Assessment
We walk the property, inventory the vegetation, identify trees to preserve, assess terrain and access conditions, and determine the best clearing method. You get a fixed-price quote based on the actual scope of work.
Tree Felling
Large trees get felled directionally to minimize damage to surrounding vegetation and property. We coordinate felling sequence to maintain efficient processing — trees fall where they can be reached for processing without double-handling.
Processing and Removal
Felled trees and brush get processed — mulched in place, chipped, or loaded and hauled off-site. Stumps get ground or excavated. Root balls in building areas get removed completely. The clearing area gets cleaned to bare ground.
Final Walkthrough
We walk the cleared property with you to confirm all target vegetation is removed, preserved trees are intact, and the site condition meets your expectations. The property is ready for excavation, grading, or your next phase of development.
Land Clearing Projects
Why Choose S and S for Land Clearing
Multiple Clearing Methods
We use forestry mulching, excavation-based clearing, and traditional felling and hauling — choosing the method that matches your vegetation, terrain, and end-use requirements. The right method delivers better results at lower cost.
Complete Service
Trees, stumps, brush, roots, and debris — we remove everything. You do not need to hire separate contractors for felling, stump grinding, and hauling. One call handles the full clearing scope from standing timber to clean ground.
Selective Preservation
Mature trees add value to your property. We protect the trees you want to keep using flagging, careful felling direction, and equipment operation that avoids root zone compaction. Your cleared lot retains the shade and character of select mature trees.
Clean Results
When we leave, the property is clean. No brush piles rotting in corners, no stumps sticking up from the ground, no debris scattered across the lot. Clean clearing means your next contractor — builder, grader, or farmer — starts on a proper surface.
Acreage Scale
We clear properties from quarter-acre residential lots to multi-hundred-acre tracts. Our equipment and methods scale to the project size, whether you are building one home or developing a subdivision across Coffee County or Bedford County.
Fixed Pricing
Our quotes are based on the site walk, not guesswork. You know the cost before clearing begins. If hidden conditions change the scope — buried concrete, unexpected rock — we communicate and adjust before proceeding.
Land Clearing FAQs
How much does land clearing cost per acre?
Cost varies significantly based on tree density, tree size, terrain, stump removal requirements, and debris disposal method. Light brush on flat ground costs a fraction of heavy hardwood on steep terrain. We provide free on-site quotes because every property is different. Call (931) 636-7713 to schedule a property walk.
What is the difference between land clearing and forestry mulching?
Forestry mulching is one method of land clearing — it processes vegetation into mulch in a single pass. Land clearing is the broader service that may include forestry mulching, tree felling, stump excavation, hauling, and root removal. Light-to-moderate vegetation is ideal for mulching alone. Heavy timber or sites needing bare ground require full land clearing methods.
Do you remove stumps during land clearing?
Yes. Our standard land clearing includes stump removal within the specified clearing area. Building footprints get full root ball excavation. Non-structural areas can use grinding for cost savings. We recommend full removal in any area that will receive compacted fill or structural loads to prevent future settlement.
Can I keep the wood from cleared trees?
Absolutely. If you want to keep firewood, saw logs, or specific timber from the clearing, we can set that material aside and stack it where you designate. Let us know during the property walk which material you want saved and where you want it placed.
How long does land clearing take?
A residential homesite (1-3 acres) typically takes 2-5 days. Larger projects of 10+ acres may take one to several weeks depending on timber density and terrain. We provide timeline quotes during the site assessment so you can plan your project schedule accordingly.
Do I need a permit to clear my land?
Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction. Some Tennessee municipalities require land disturbance permits for clearing over certain acreage thresholds. If your property is near wetlands or waterways, additional environmental permits may apply. We can help you identify what permits your project may need based on location and scope.
Land That Needs Clearing
From single lots to large acreage, S and S Excavation provides complete land clearing services across Middle Tennessee. Trees, stumps, brush — we handle it all. Veteran-owned and owner-operated.