Are there any unwanted plants or vegetation on your property?
Land clearing involves removing trees, shrubs, and debris to prepare your land for construction or landscaping. It is an essential step for creating a safe and usable area for building homes, shops, driveways, or gardens.
In this article, we will dive into different types of land clearing service and unpack their cost, helping you determine which one is suitable for you.
Types of Land Clearing Services
Residential Land Clearing:
This service focuses on clearing land for homes, usually ranging from underbrush, stump removal, excavation, pond maintenance, demolition to site preparation. Depending on your needs, driveway installation and grading can also be included.
Specialised Clearing:
If you run a shop, you may need services tailored to your business needs. For example, creating trails for heavy duty tracks or building a pool for recreational use. Make sure to communicate with your arborists to check the feasibility of your vision.
Debris Removal:
After clearing, professional arborists will manage debris disposal, ensuring no roots of vegetation are left and your land is ready for further development.
Cost Overview
Land clearing costs typically range from AUD 500 to AUD 8,000. Multiple factors can affect your overall cost, and they may include:
Size of the Area: if you are clearing a large area of land, the cost can range from $1100 to $3500 per acre.
Type of Vegetation: Heavily wooded areas will be more expensive compared to lightly vegetated plots. If your land is relatively flat and has minor rocks and vegetation, put $1,000–$3,000 on your budget. If your land is heavily contoured with lots of trees and vegetation, estimate $3,500–$6,750 at least.
Accessibility and equipment required: Is your land accessible for bulldozers or stump grinders? Be sure to ask for a site inspection with your arborist and determine all necessary equipment.
Choosing the Right Service Provider
Prioritise companies that have a solid reputation and extensive experience in undertaking projects similar to yours. Verify that your arborist is licensed and insured. Look for key documents like Certificate III in Arboriculture, Public Liability Insurance, and High Risk Work Licence. Additionally, opt for service providers that emphasise sustainable practices. This is because New South Wales has strict land clearing regulations and high penalties for environmental misconducts. A sustainable-first company can help you eliminate risks and save money further down the line.
Obtain Permits
Before starting any clearing work, you should carefully check local regulations. Some areas may require you to obtain a permit beforehand. Common permits include: Rural Boundary Clearing Code, Approval to Clear Native Vegetation, and Clearing Licence (Forestry).
If you are not sure which one is for you, contact an arborist to discuss your conditions.
Post-Clearing Services
If you need additional services like grading or landscaping after clearing, you will need to adjust your budget.
Grading costs typically range from AUD 500 to AUD 5,000, but for landscaping, costs can vary widely depending on your design needs. Expect to pay between AUD 2,000 to AUD 10,000 or more for a comprehensive landscaping project, and choose a service provider who can help you streamline these additional projects.
At Arbo Co Tree Services, we provide high quality land clear services alongside tree caring, site preparation, and arborist advice to ensure your area and its biodiversity are taken proper care of.
With over 15 years of experience, our arborists are fully qualified with licences and insurances. We work in accordance with New South Wales’ regulations. Having achieved 100% 5-star rating on Google, we pride ourselves both on our commitment to environmental responsibility and customer satisfaction.
Choose Arbor Co for land clearing services you can rely on. Contact us today and bring new life to your property!
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