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What Does Land Clearing
Cost in Tennessee?

We believe in honest, upfront pricing. The ranges below are based on real Tennessee market rates for Middle & West Tennessee properties. Every job is different — get a free on-site estimate for your exact parcel.

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Estimated Total

$3,350 – $5,350

Per Acre

$1,500 – $2,500

Mobilization

$350 (included)

This is a rough ballpark based on typical Middle & West TN rates. Actual pricing depends on a site visit. Debris disposal, stump count, and unusual terrain may affect the final number.

Pricing by Service

Typical ranges for Middle & West Tennessee properties

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Forestry Mulching

The cleanest, fastest way to clear land

A single machine grinds trees, brush, and stumps into mulch in one pass — no burning, no hauling, no mess. The mulch layer protects the soil and suppresses regrowth.

Typical Range — per acre

Light Brush & Saplings

Thin understory, saplings under 4″ diameter, open canopy

$1,000 – $1,500

Moderate Growth

Mixed brush, trees up to 8″ diameter, moderate density

$1,500 – $2,500

Heavy Timber & Dense Brush

Mature hardwoods, thick cedar, heavy multi-stem growth

$2,500 – $4,500+
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Land Clearing

Full-site preparation for construction or agriculture

Complete removal of trees, stumps, brush, and debris. Site is graded and ready for building, farming, or pasture use. Includes haul-away of material.

Typical Range — per acre

Light Clearing

Mostly brush and small trees, relatively flat terrain

$1,500 – $3,000

Moderate Clearing

Mixed timber and brush, some slope, moderate debris volume

$3,000 – $6,000

Heavy Clearing

Dense mature timber, steep terrain, large stump removal

$6,000 – $12,000+
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Vegetation Management

Right-of-way, fencelines, and utility corridors

Targeted clearing along power lines, fence rows, roads, and property boundaries. Keeps corridors open without disturbing surrounding land.

Typical Range — per linear foot or per acre

Fenceline / Road Edge

Single-pass brush cutting along fence or road edge

$1.50 – $4.00 / linear ft

Right-of-Way Corridor

Utility or access corridor, light-to-moderate growth

$1,200 – $2,500 / acre

Overgrown ROW Reclamation

Heavily overgrown corridors, mature trees encroaching

$2,500 – $5,000+ / acre
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Right-of-Way Clearing

Access roads, utility corridors, and property boundaries

Dedicated ROW clearing for private access roads, driveway corridors, fence lines, pipeline easements, and property boundary lines. We cut, mulch, and maintain the corridor width you need — leaving surrounding land undisturbed.

Typical Range — per linear foot or per acre

Driveway / Access Road Corridor

Single-pass clearing 10–20 ft wide along a private drive or access road, light-to-moderate brush

$2.00 – $5.00 / linear ft

Easement / Pipeline ROW

Utility, pipeline, or fence-line easement, moderate growth, corridor 20–60 ft wide

$1,200 – $2,800 / acre

Overgrown ROW Reclamation

Heavily overgrown corridors with mature trees, multi-stem growth, or years of neglect

$2,800 – $5,500+ / acre
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Property Maintenance

Keep your land looking its best year-round

Seasonal brush cutting, pasture reclamation, and ongoing land upkeep. Ideal for farms, rural estates, and hunting properties.

Typical Range — per visit or per acre

Pasture / Field Maintenance

Seasonal mowing or mulching of open fields and pastures

$150 – $400 / acre

Brush Control

Cutting back encroaching brush and invasive species

$400 – $900 / acre

Full Property Reclamation

Neglected property restoration — heavy brush and small trees

$900 – $2,000+ / acre

What Affects Your Price?

Seven factors determine the final cost of any land clearing or forestry mulching job. Here's exactly how each one works — and what it means for your estimate.

Acreage

High Impact

Larger jobs cost more in total but often less per acre due to equipment mobilization being spread across more work.

Vegetation Density

High Impact

Light brush clears 2–3× faster than heavy timber. Dense cedar or multi-stem hardwoods significantly increase time and cost.

Tree Size & Species

High Impact

Mature hardwoods (oak, hickory) and large pines take more time than saplings. Trees over 12″ diameter add cost.

Terrain & Slope

Medium Impact

Steep slopes, wet areas, or rocky ground slow equipment and may require different machinery.

Site Access

Medium Impact

Narrow gates, soft ground, or long travel distances from the road affect mobilization and equipment positioning.

Debris Disposal

Medium Impact

Forestry mulching leaves mulch on-site (no haul cost). Land clearing with haul-away adds disposal fees.

Distance from Dickson, TN

Low Impact

We serve 35 counties with no travel surcharge within our normal service area.

Forestry Mulching vs. Traditional Land Clearing

Not sure which method is right for your property? Here's how they compare.

Consideration🌲 Forestry Mulching🏗️ Traditional Land Clearing
Typical Cost / Acre$800 – $4,500$1,500 – $12,000+
SpeedFast (1 machine, 1 pass)Slower (multiple machines)
Debris DisposalMulch stays on-siteHaul-away required
Soil DisturbanceMinimalSignificant
Erosion RiskLow (mulch protects soil)Higher without cover
Best ForPasture, trails, light developmentConstruction pads, heavy timber
Stump RemovalGround flush in same passSeparate stump grinding
Regrowth SuppressionGood (mulch layer)Varies

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