Take Back Your Property
Overgrown brush, invasive trees, and uneven terrain limit what you can do with your land. Whether you bought a wooded lot and need it cleared for construction, or your backyard has been slowly swallowed by 20 years of unchecked growth, All American Lawn & Landscape has the equipment and crew to get it done.
We handle everything from small residential brush clearing to multi-acre lot preparation. Our Takeuchi excavators and compact loaders push back tree lines, remove stumps, grade uneven terrain, and haul away debris -- leaving you with clean, usable land ready for its next purpose.
Owner Evan Turenchalk grew up in Hopewell Junction and understands the rocky, clay-heavy soils common across Dutchess County. That knowledge matters when you are regrading a property for drainage improvement or preparing a site for new hardscaping or construction.
Land Clearing & Regrading Services
Property Regrading
Reshape your terrain to improve drainage, eliminate low spots, and create level areas for lawns, patios, or structures.
Tree & Brush Clearing
Remove overgrown brush, small trees, and invasive vegetation. We push back tree lines and clear undergrowth with our excavators.
Lot Clearing
Full lot clearing for new construction, subdivisions, or property development. Stump removal, debris hauling, and final grading included.
Sports Field Grading
Precision grading for backyard sports fields, practice areas, and recreational spaces with proper drainage slope and compaction.
Debris Removal
Complete hauling of cleared material, brush, stumps, and construction debris. We leave your property clean and ready.
Site Preparation
Combined clearing and grading for new home construction, driveways, outbuildings, and other improvements. Learn what to budget in our excavation cost guide.
From Overgrowth to Usable Ground
Property Walk-Through
Evan walks the site with you to identify what stays, what goes, and what the finished grade should look like. Written estimate follows.
Clearing
Our excavators and loaders remove trees, brush, stumps, and debris. We protect any trees or features you want to keep.
Grading & Compaction
Final grading to your target elevation with proper drainage slope. Machine compaction ensures stable ground that will not settle.
Seeding or Prep
We seed the cleared area for a new lawn or leave it prepped for the next phase -- driveway, patio, or construction.
Equipment, Cleanup, and Grade Awareness
Dutchess County properties come with rocky soil, mature tree roots, and clay that holds water. Evan and his crew have been working this terrain for over five years. We know what to expect before the first bucket hits the ground.
- Own equipment -- no subcontracted machinery or operators
- Experience with rocky Dutchess County soil and clay
- Full-service: clearing, grading, seeding, and hardscaping under one roof
- We protect what you want to keep -- trees, gardens, structures
- Complete debris removal and hauling included
What Property Owners Notice After Clearing
"Evan and his team did a great job clearing some brush and grading our property in some extremely hot temps."
What Does Land Clearing Cost in Dutchess County?
Land clearing costs in Dutchess County vary significantly based on vegetation density, lot size, terrain, and whether stumps need to be ground or removed entirely. Here are typical cost ranges for residential and small commercial projects in the area:
- Light brush clearing (accessible lot, no large trees): $500 to $2,000 per quarter acre
- Medium-density clearing (saplings, small trees, brush): $2,000 to $4,500 per quarter acre
- Heavy wooded lot clearing (mature trees, stumps, debris hauling): $4,000 to $8,000+ per quarter acre
- Stump removal: $150 to $500 per stump depending on diameter and root system
- Final grading and seeding after clearing: $1,500 to $4,000 depending on lot size and finish grade requirements
Acreage clearing for larger properties, homestead preparation, or new construction sites is quoted on a per-project basis. Rocky terrain common in eastern Dutchess County (Beekman, Pawling, and areas east of Route 82) adds time and equipment costs. Our land clearing cost guide covers the full breakdown of factors that influence your final price.
Land Clearing FAQ
What Comes After Clearing
Excavation
Foundation digging, utility trenching, and site preparation.
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Gravel Driveways
New gravel or asphalt milling driveways on cleared land.
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Landscaping
Plantings, mulch, and garden design on your cleared property.
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Drainage Solutions
French drains and grading for properties with water issues.
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