Land Clearing in Alachua, Florida

Professional Land Clearing, Site Prep, and Grading Services

At Skipper Terrain and Vegetation Solutions, we provide expert land clearing in Alachua, FL and across Alachua County. As a family-owned business, we use heavy-duty equipment like the Komatsu PC308 excavator, John Deere loaders, and SmartGrade laser technology to clear, grade, and prepare property efficiently and affordably.

From residential lots to agricultural pastures and commercial developments, we handle everything from stump removal and grading to pond excavation and driveway installation — all tailored for the unique soils and vegetation of North Central Florida.

🌳 Land Clearing Services – Alachua, FL

Our land clearing process includes removing trees, digging stumps, root raking, and smoothing the area with a drag, leaving your land ready for the next stage.

Land Clearing Includes:

  • Tree removal (dropped whole, not cut to length)

  • Stump removal with excavator

  • Root raking and drag smoothing

Not Included: debris hauling, burning, or finish site prep (available separately).

Pricing:

  • Mobilization (equipment transport): $3,000

  • Light foliage (brush, small trees, few large trees): starting at $3,500/acre

  • Moderate foliage (average pines, small hardwoods – most common): starting at $4,500/acre

  • Heavy foliage (dense pines, some larger oaks): starting at $5,500/acre

  • Custom pricing: unique sites quoted case by case

🔥 Debris Removal & Burning

We offer debris removal or controlled burning depending on property size and requirements.

  • Haul-off: priced case by case (regional disposal costs vary)

  • Burning during clearing (5+ acres): included if possible

  • Return-trip burning: additional $3,000 mobilization

  • Post-clearing burning: $2,000/day (crew on site)

  • After burning: area is smoothed with a drag

🏗️ Site Preparation in Alachua

After clearing, site preparation ensures your property is stable and ready for building or planting. We grade for smoothness, establish drainage, and compact the soil.

👉 This service transforms a cleared lot into a foundation-ready pad, pasture, or landscaped yard.

🌱 Surface Raking

Removes small debris left behind after land clearing. Best done after hauling or burning.

  • Mobilization: $500

  • Rate: $500/acre

📏 Grading Services

Basic Grading

Levels small hills and dips for a smoother, more even surface. Perfect for pastures, fields, or general yard prep.

  • Mobilization: $1,000

  • Rate: $1,800/acre (if performed immediately after clearing)

Laser Grading

Our SmartGrade laser-guided equipment produces perfectly flat or sloped areas, ideal for home pads, barns, and driveways.

  • $1.75/sq ft (materials not included; complex slopes may cost more)

🌾 Grass Application

We use a no-till grain drill to plant grass evenly and efficiently for quick establishment.

  • Mobilization: $500

  • Rate: $300/acre

  • Includes seed

Ideal for pastures, lawns, or erosion control after clearing and grading.

💧 Pond Excavation

We excavate ponds for agricultural, residential, or aesthetic purposes.

  • $5/cubic yard (based on cut volume)

  • Mobilization: $3,000 (if not performed during clearing)

  • Minimum: $2,500 (stand-alone service)

🚜 Driveway Installation

Professional driveway prep and installation with limerock base and optional asphalt millings.

  • Base preparation: $1.25/sq ft

  • Material options:

    • Limerock (4” compacted): +$0.75/sq ft

    • Limerock (4”) + Asphalt Millings (2” cap): +$1.55/sq ft

  • Debris removal/haul-off not included

✅ Why Choose Skipper Terrain and Vegetation Solutions?

  • Local, family-owned company serving Alachua and Alachua County

  • Heavy-duty equipment for faster, more efficient work

  • Full-service options: land clearing, grading, grass, ponds, and driveways

  • Transparent, competitive pricing

  • Expertise with North Central Florida terrain, vegetation, and drainage

📍 Areas We Serve

Alachua • Gainesville • High Springs • Archer • Newberry • Waldo • Micanopy • Alachua County • Levy County • Columbia County

👉 Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free estimate on land clearing, site prep, or pond excavation in Alachua, Florida.