LAND CLEARING
LAKEWOOD, WASHINGTON

Clearing land requires various methods depending on factors such as soil type, terrain configuration and kind of vegetation occupying the land.

1. Dozer Land Clearing: 

• This technique involves pushing aside trees, boulders and other objects with bulldozers. Heavy machinery operators are in charge of taming the most challenging terrain to easily retrieve debris for excavation or burning.
  
  2. Hand Crews: 
• The method is hand-intensive and is useful when you want to clear small portions or individual plants on an already cleared property that require maintenance. It’s common practice for companies to use this technique on environmental restoration or selective logging sites.
  
  3. Chemical Removal: 
• Often dedicated to larger tracts of land and on a limited budget, chemical removal utilizes herbicides or other chemicals approved by environmental agencies to remove unwanted plants from the lot.
  
  4. Controlled Burning: 
• This method, also called prescribed burnings, involves controlled ignition of debris resulting in its controlled combustion under supervision. It ensures that any seeds left behind won’t take root after significant clearance to avoid regrowth.
  
  5. Pile and Burn: 
• This technique involves piling up all the debris accumulated by bulldozers or chainsaws and then burning it down.

Land clearing services provide numerous benefits for property owners who wish to develop or beautify their land. Some benefits include:

Increased Property Value: 

• Clearing your land of unwanted vegetation and debris can increase the value of your property by improving its appearance and making it more appealing to potential buyers.
  
  Improved Safety:
• Land clearing can remove hazardous obstacles such as broken branches, stumps, rocks, and other debris that pose a safety risk to pedestrians or vehicles.
  
  Enhance Soil Quality:
• Some land clearing techniques involve removing dead trees and other decaying organic matter which can improve the soil quality and even help prevent pests from infesting the area.
  
  Greater Visibility: 
• Land clearing enables better visibility across your property; this is particularly useful when planning construction for utilities such as power lines and water reservoirs.
  
  Environmental Impact: 
• While some view land clearing as an environmentally destructive practice, actually it can improve environmental health by making space for new plants to grow while removing diseased ones that pose a risk to adjacent foliage. 

One of the most significant advantages of using land-clearing services is how cost-effective and efficient they are compared to doing it yourself. 

Proper Equipment: 

• Land-clearing experts are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery that allows them to perform tasks quickly, efficiently, and safely.
  
  Skilled Professionals:
•  Land clearing professionals are trained on the best techniques to use and have worked on many properties similar to yours.
  
  Reduced Risk of Accidents: 
• Without proper training and equipment, land-clearing an area can be dangerous and result in accidents that cause serious injuries or property damage.
  
  Minimized Waste: 
• Professional land-clearing services are well-equipped to discard debris quickly, safely, and according to local waste disposal regulations.

Land clearing services are essential for various reasons, one of which is preparing properties for construction. Construction can be a delicate process that involves numerous factors such as soil, water drainage, and zoning restrictions. Professional land clearing companies such as Franky’s Excavation have the skillset and resources required to ensure that your property is cleared correctly and efficiently.

When preparing a property for construction, it is vital to start with a clean slate. The removal of trees is crucial since they tend to occupy a large area of any property. The roots can grow deep into the soil and interfere with the construction process. Removing rocks and boulders ensures that the soil is leveled.

If you intend to put up a structure in an area with poor drainage, it might be necessary to re-engineer the landscape by elevating some parts of your property. This process is especially important in areas where flooding is common. 

Clearing any potential hazards on the property helps prevent accidents that could lead to liability lawsuits against developers or builders. This can save you time and money in case something goes wrong during construction.