- Permit-approved trees of all sizes, with equipment matched to the job.
- Stump work, root removal and haul-off defined in your quote.
- A cleared footprint for your next stage of property preparation.
Atlanta Bush HoggingLand Clearing, Forestry Mulching, Bush Hogging & Grading
Atlanta Bush Hogging approaches land clearing differently than most companies. We use specialized equipment based on the specific job type.
Our services include:
- Land Clearing
- Forestry Mulching
- Bush Hogging
- Tree Removal
- Grading
We have over 21 years of experience managing projects, business development, and providing services. We take pride in our work, holding the result to a high standard and making sure it matches what the customer had in mind. Atlanta properties can mix tall field growth, privet, kudzu and oak-pine woods. We start with your plans, protect the trees you want to keep and match the equipment to the ground.
Land Clearing Projects
2-Acre Forestry Mulching
The customer wanted to open up 2 acres of wooded area. We mulched dense underbrush and smaller trees while keeping the marked trees. The cut material stayed on the ground as mulch, leaving the area easier to walk and maintain.
- Project Cost
- $3,200
- Timeline
- 1 day
3-Acre Land Clearing
The owners wanted space for an additional barn on their lightly wooded 3-acre property. We removed the unwanted trees and underbrush, ground the specified stumps and hauled away the clearing debris. This opened the footprint for the next stage of property preparation.
- Project Cost
- $5,700
- Timeline
- 3 days
5-Acre Bush Hogging
The customer wanted to walk and enjoy their 5-acre field with family. We bush hogged the tall grass, weeds and light brush to a manageable height. The rough-cut field stayed open, with surrounding trees retained and cuttings left on-site.
- Project Cost
- $525
- Timeline
- 3–4 hours
Land Clearing Services in Atlanta, GA
- Shred underbrush, woody shrubs and small trees; stems up to 7 inches assessed individually.
- Controlled passes around the trees you want to keep.
- Mulch processed on-site; root removal and hauling are separate.
- Weeds and light brush with stems up to 1 inch in diameter.
- Planned cutting passes across fields, trails and fence lines.
- A manageable field finish while roots and surrounding trees remain.
- Cut and remove individual trees or agreed groups of trees.
- Handle trunks and branches with saws, grapples or an excavator.
- Confirm stump work, disposal and permits before starting.
- Cut high spots and spread soil across already-cleared ground.
- Fill agreed low spots and shape access or drainage routes.
- Specify fill, compaction and finish requirements.
Land Clearing Pricing
| Service | Starting At | Typical Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Bush Hogging | $300 | Tall grass, weeds and light field growth. |
| Forestry Mulching | $2,500 | Suitable woody vegetation processed into on-site mulch. |
| Land Clearing | $3,500 | Tree and undergrowth removal within an agreed footprint. |
| Tree Removal | $450 | A suitable individual tree; site conditions govern. |
| Grading | $2,500 | Rough grading to an agreed scope and finish. |
Starting project allowances, not per-acre prices or fixed offers. Tree size, density, access, ground conditions, stumps, hauling and the desired finish affect the quote. Permits and construction-pad preparation are scoped separately.
When Is Each Service the Right Fit?
Bush Hogging
Best for
- Weeds and light brush with stems up to 1 inch in diameter.
- Reclaiming overgrown fields with tall grass and weeds.
- Maintaining accessible trails and fence lines.
Not the right fit for
- Large trees, stumps or root removal.
- Preparing a finished construction pad.
Forestry Mulching
Best for
- Suitable saplings and trees up to 7 inches, subject to equipment and site checks.
- Underbrush and suitable saplings processed into on-site mulch.
- Selective clearing around trees you want to keep.
Not the right fit for
- Extracting large root balls or hauling all material away.
- Finished grading or a foundation-ready surface.
Land Clearing
Best for
- Permit-approved trees of all sizes, with equipment matched to the job.
- Stump and root work when included in your quote.
- Opening a homesite, barn area or access footprint.
Not the right fit for
- Routine grass maintenance on an open field.
- Work in protected areas before the required approvals.
What Equipment We Use
- Tractor with a rear-mounted bush hog (rotary cutter): Cuts tall grass, weeds and light brush.
- Compact track loader with a drum forestry mulching attachment: Shreds brush and small trees into mulch.
- Tracked excavator with a bucket and hydraulic thumb: Lifts stumps, handles roots and moves clearing debris.
Land Clearing Questions,
Clear Answers.
Do I need a permit to clear land in Atlanta?
Check the parcel’s actual city or county before cutting. Atlanta’s Arborist Division reviews private-property tree work, and its current tree ordinance applies to new projects. Tree approval does not replace any required land-disturbance, drainage or stream-buffer approval.
What is the difference between bush hogging, mulching and clearing?
Bush hogging cuts grass, weeds and light stems up to about 1 inch. Mulching processes suitable brush and saplings into on-site mulch. Clearing can include larger approved trees, roots and hauling. Actual equipment, terrain and your planned finish decide the method.
Will forestry mulching remove the roots and stumps?
A suitable mulching head can reduce exposed stumps, but mulching is not the same as extracting roots. If the area will become a driveway, barn or house pad, confirm the separate root-removal and ground-preparation requirements.
Is debris removal included?
Forestry mulch normally remains on the ground. For tree removal and land clearing, define whether material will be hauled away, processed on-site or left in agreed locations. Stump grinding and root extraction should also be listed separately.
How much does land clearing cost per acre?
Acreage alone does not establish the price. Tree size and density, access, wet ground, stump work, hauling and the desired finish all matter. The starting figures above are project allowances, not per-acre rates or fixed offers.
How long will my project take?
Light field cutting may take hours; clearing with stump work and hauling may take several days. Acreage, density, slopes, wet ground, access and approvals affect the schedule. Individual project durations are not guaranteed completion times.
Can you retain the mature trees?
Yes, selective work can keep marked trees and open the understory. Protect roots from machinery, stockpiles and grade changes. Confirm any approval needed for work near retained trees as well as removals.
Will one visit get rid of kudzu or privet?
One cutting or mulching pass can open the area, but surviving roots may resprout. Plan follow-up checks and repeated control. Identify the plant first and agree on a maintenance plan rather than treating one visit as permanent eradication.
What if my property has a creek or wetland?
Mark streams, wetlands and protected buffers before work. Atlanta’s stream-buffer review is separate from ordinary tree approval; other metro jurisdictions have their own rules. Clearing, grading and equipment access must stay within the approved limits.
Does grading make the property ready to build?
Rough grading establishes an agreed shape; it does not certify a foundation pad. The building project may need engineered elevations, suitable fill, compaction testing, drainage approval and inspections. Agree on the handoff requirements with the next contractor.
Local Permit & Equipment References
UGA — Georgia native trees and regional habitatsUGA DeKalb — local invasive plantsUGA State Botanical Garden — managing Piedmont invasivesAtlanta — current tree protection ordinanceAtlanta — Arborist DivisionAtlanta Watershed — stream-buffer reviewGeorgia EPD — erosion and sediment controlUGA — soil texture and compactionBush Hog — rotary cutter capacity exampleFecon — mulching head and carrier requirements
Areas We Service
- Alpharetta
- Brookhaven
- Chamblee
- College Park
- Decatur
- Douglasville
- Duluth
- Dunwoody
- East Point
- Johns Creek
- Kennesaw
- Lawrenceville
- Marietta
- Norcross
- Peachtree Corners
- Roswell
- Sandy Springs
- Smyrna
- Stone Mountain
- Tucker