Land Clearing
Tree removal, brush clearing, stump grinding, and full debris hauling for residential and commercial sites. We handle land clearing in Des Moines and across Central Iowa — from single building lots to multi-acre development sites.
Fast & Efficient Land Clearing for Your Next Construction Project
Des Moines Excavation Co. offers professional land clearing services for residential and commercial projects throughout the Des Moines area. Whether you're preparing a lot for new construction, expanding your property, or clearing space for landscaping, we provide efficient and reliable solutions tailored to your project.
From densely wooded lots to smaller spaces in suburban or rural areas, we have the equipment and expertise to handle projects of all sizes. North Texas's dense black clay makes stump and root extraction more involved than in sandier soils — root systems bind in clay, and incomplete removal under foundations or slabs causes settling problems. We serve communities across Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, and Denton counties.
Our Land Clearing Services
We provide comprehensive land clearing services to ensure your property is ready for development, including:
Why Choose Des Moines Excavation Co.?
Serving Des Moines and Beyond
Excavation Dallas Co. serves the Greater Dallas area and surrounding DFW communities — from Dallas County out to Tarrant, Collin, and Denton counties. Whether your project is a suburban lot in Frisco or a multi-acre parcel in rural Ellis County, we have the equipment and crew to handle it. Request a free estimate to get started.
What's Included
Land Clearing FAQs
How much does land clearing cost in Des Moines?
Land clearing costs depend on lot size, tree density, and whether full stump and root ball removal is needed. Larger lots, dense woodland, and building-ready clearing cost more than basic brush removal. Request a free quote — we walk every site before providing a written estimate, no hourly surprises.
What is forestry mulching and when is it used for land clearing?
Forestry mulching uses a specialized machine to grind trees, brush, and stumps into mulch in a single pass. It leaves the material on-site as ground cover rather than hauling it out. It works well for large overgrown parcels where debris removal would be costly. For building lots that need to be clean for grading or a foundation, traditional clearing with debris hauling is usually the better choice.
Do you remove stumps during land clearing or is that a separate service?
Stump removal is included in our land clearing work. We can grind stumps to grade or fully remove the stump and root ball — particularly important for areas under slabs, foundations, or driveways where wood rot can cause settling.
How long does it take to clear a residential lot in Des Moines?
A standard residential lot — half an acre or less, moderately wooded — typically takes one to two days. Heavily wooded lots or larger acreage will take longer. We give you a timeline estimate when we walk the site, before any work starts.
Do I need a permit to clear trees in Des Moines?
Permit requirements vary by municipality. Some Des Moines-area jurisdictions require tree removal permits or tree preservation plans depending on tree size and species. Ankeny, West Des Moines, and Urbandale each have their own tree ordinances. We flag any known requirements for your area during the estimate.
Land Clearing Service Areas
We provide land clearing services across Des Moines and surrounding areas.
Ready to Get Started?
Request a free estimate on your land clearing project. We'll assess your lot and give you a written quote before any work begins.