Whether you are a landscaper, a builder, or a landowner, clearing land to prepare it for building can be a lengthy process. Disposing of underbrush, trees, and other green waste is not easy and requires the right equipment, which is why knowing where the best land clearing services in Abbotsford are can help save you time and hassle. Valley Carriers offers a wide variety of trucking and hauling services for log hauling, wood residuals, and heavy equipment, all of which can be incredibly useful when clearing land.
Land Clearing Services
Regardless of whether you are looking to clear land for building, farming, or any other kind of use in Abbotsford, it is always helpful to have a plan. Some of the basics of clearing land include:
Clearing Underbrush
The first step of clearing land is cutting back the thick underbrush that is common in Abbotsford. If the underbrush is not too thick, clearing out smaller plants can be fairly straightforward. Whenever possible, it is best to uproot plants entirely to prevent them from growing back; however, it is often the case that this is not possible, as some plants have deep or intricate root systems. In such cases, the brush can be hacked back, and the land can either be mowed down or tilled up. Any debris from hacking back underbrush should be taken to a wood and organics recycler to be mulched and treated.
Clearing Trees
Clearing trees from a plot of land is not always as straightforward as simply going to task with a chainsaw. Logging regulations usually require that a permit is acquired to fell trees of a certain height, even if they are on your land. Always check with Abbotsford’s municipal laws before beginning bigger land clearing undertakings. Large or old trees are better left to professionals because of the danger that they pose. For smaller trees, it is best to start by chopping off the larger branches so that they do not fall and cause injury to any bystanders. Once larger branches are removed, the tree can be felled with either a chainsaw or axe. Logs can be transported from the site by a professional log hauling service such as Valley Carriers. When all of the obstructing trees are felled, remove the stumps using a tractor.
Clearing Rocks and Boulders
Rocks and boulders can be quite the nuisance when clearing land. Many boulders can be removed with a sturdy set of chains and a tractor but, if a boulder is too large, professionals may need to be called in. Valley Carriers can ensure that any boulders or rocks are cleared out and transported safely.
If you would like to learn more about land clearing services in Abbotsford, or if you are interested in any of Valley Carriers’ products or services (wood recycling, trucking services, and log hauling services), please contact Valley Carriers at 604-853-1075.