Forestry Mulching
Forestry mulching provides excellent benefits to your land. Not only is it more affordable, but it is also less abrasive than traditional land clearing.
Our specialized equipment will grind the material back into the earth, providing nutrients back to the soil and adding vital groundcover to help with erosion control. This is a more controlled method of select cutting and a great way to eliminate unwanted underbrush so your healthy trees can flourish.
It is also a great way to regain control of your overgrown property for more usable space!
How it Works
The very first step for any project always involves us surveying your property and connecting with you to determine your vision for the space. We are focused on customer service and quality, so we won’t quote prices until we see the space and understand what the job will entail. This way, you are a full partner in the design and cost – with no hidden expenses later after a slick online quote.
Once we understand the scope of the project, we come in with our equipment and clear all the undergrowth. This includes anything about 6 inches and below in diameter. Doing so will open up the forest space, so if you wanted to go in and do an additional select cut, you could, without having to just bulldoze through the space.
We move through the space in phases. After the first phase of thicket clearing, we can go back through at a taller height, such as 8 to 10 inches in diameter (thicket trees and stumps). At that point, we start doing select cuts to really design the landscape to meet your needs and vision.
If you want to create broader space and remove established trees, we also offer land clearing – check out our additional services below. However, our methods are much more environmentally friendly than traditional methods, and our results are more natural and custom.
Why Forestry Mulching? Learn About the Benefits
The very first step for any project always involves us surveying your property and connecting with you to determine your vision for the space. We are focused on customer service and quality, so we won’t quote prices until we see the space and understand what the job will entail. This way, you are a full partner in the design and cost – with no hidden expenses later after a slick online quote.
Once we understand the scope of the project, we come in with our equipment and clear all the undergrowth. This includes anything about 6 inches and below in diameter. Doing so will open up the forest space, so if you wanted to go in and do an additional select cut, you could, without having to just bulldoze through the space.
We move through the space in phases. After the first phase of thicket clearing, we can go back through at a taller height, such as 8 to 10 inches in diameter (thicket trees and stumps). At that point, we start doing select cuts to really design the landscape to meet your needs and vision.
If you want to create broader space and remove established trees, we also offer land clearing – check out our additional services below. However, our methods are much more environmentally friendly than traditional methods, and our results are more natural and custom.
Alternatives and Other Services
Traditional land clearing uses excavators and bulldozers. Heavy machinery comes in to knock things down, dig stuff up, and haul it out. This damages root systems and adds to your costs. Instead, we offer a variety of clearing services that are much less destructive and costly.
Land Clearing
This includes lot mowing, brush mowing, lot clearing, vegetation shredding, and terrestrial vegetation management.
Removal
This is the mechanical removal of various brush and debris.
Right of Way Clearing
Forestry Mulching can quickly establish clear and accessible roads, trails, and right-of-way lanes across your property. This prevents erosion issues that otherwise require constant repair or maintenance. The mulch created through this process will give nutrients to the soil, grass, and trees on your property.
Hunting Lanes and Food Plots
This service can quickly create excellent hunting lanes and food plot areas on overgrown land.
Lot and Large Tract Clearing
Forestry mulching can assist in transforming your real estate from overgrown wilderness to a usable, accessible property. It can also help improve the function and curb appeal of your investment while avoiding erosion problems.
Other Services
We provide other add-on services, such as restoration, mitigation planting, and maintenance of natural areas, uplands and buffers, fence line clearing, fill dirt, and grading.
If you have any questions about our services or would like a free quote, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!
What Sets Southern Brush Above the Competition
Southern Brush is a family-owned company with over ten years of experience in construction and forestry mulching. We have the knowledge and equipment to handle any job, and we offer a variety of options to our customers.
What truly sets Southern Brush above the competition is our attention to detail and our finished product. We work closely with our customers to bring your vision for your property to life. And we leave behind a high-quality mulch product – almost like the kind you’d spend thousands of dollars to order and install!
We won’t leave you with 5-inch pieces of mangled logs strewn about your property. Our finished product is more like fine, bagged mulch. We pride ourselves on our beautiful finished product that people would purchase. That way, we know we’ve saved our customers time and money.
Additionally, our knowledge and experience allow us to be able to address your needs and tailor the project to meet your budget and time constraints. With our specialized equipment and approach, we can match the equipment to the size and scope of your project for the best results.
Experienced, Trained Operators
We are a competent, trustworthy, and professional daily-owned clearing company ready to provide the best service on your projects.
Properly Insured and Licensed
Our company is fully licensed and insured to do business across Georgia.
Premier Attention to Detail
We pride ourselves on our ability to meet our customers’ expectations by getting the job done on time and within budget.
Clean and Environmentally Friendly
No need to worry about mud or ruts left behind on your property! When we are finished with a job, all that will remain is clean mulch to promote grass growth and prevent runoff.
Options and Pricing
At Southern Brush, we won’t pull a bait and switch by giving you a bare-bones rate quote only to hit you with additional fees later. Unlike some competitors, we emphasize trust and transparency. That’s why we won’t quote your job until we come out for a consultation.
For a more efficient and accurate quoting process, we also recommend having your property lines marked, along with advisement of any sprinklers and/or septic tanks, before our consultation.
Although a typical day usually involves one acre of clearing, there are variabilities that impact cost and project duration. These can include:
- How hilly and steep the property is
- If there are larger trees on the property
- Whether or not the land has a lot of rocks that could cause damage to rotors/teeth
- If there’s a lot of trash or debris on the property that needs to be removed first
That’s why once you contact us we will schedule a consult within 24 hours to get you an accurate estimate and discuss your vision for your property.
Options and Pricing
At Southern Brush, we won’t pull a bait and switch by giving you a bare-bones rate quote only to hit you with additional fees later. Unlike some competitors, we emphasize trust and transparency. That’s why we won’t quote your job until we come out for a consultation.
For a more efficient and accurate quoting process, we also recommend having your property lines marked, along with advisement of any sprinklers and/or septic tanks, before our consultation.
Although a typical day usually involves one acre of clearing, there are variabilities that impact cost and project duration. These can include:
- How hilly and steep the property is
- If there are larger trees on the property
- Whether or not the land has a lot of rocks that could cause damage to rotors/teeth
- If there’s a lot of trash or debris on the property that needs to be removed first
That’s why once you contact us we will schedule a consult within 24 hours to get you an accurate estimate and discuss your vision for your property.
FAQs
If you have questions, we have answers! Below are some of the most frequently asked questions we get about forestry mulching. Have a question you don’t see here? Give us a shout!
What does forestry mulching in GA cost?
Southern Brush provides free quotes depending upon the specifics of the job. On an average day, we can clear about 1 acre, which is usually about $2700. However, things like grading, soil composition, rocks, etc., can impact the overall price. We will always provide you with a quote ahead of time, so you are aware of all the const considerations before we begin work.
How long does it take to clear an acre of forest space?
Typically we can clear an acre in a day. However, this is only under basic conditions. If your land is hilly, has a lot of rocks, or has exceptionally thick, old trees, this can dramatically impact the time it takes to get the job done properly.
Is forestry mulching worth it?
Absolutely! It’s a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to clear brush, prevent fires and invasive species, and create more usable space.
What are the main benefits of forestry mulching?
There are several! Forestry mulching is a property improvement that enriches the soil and also acts as a fire buffer, in addition to creating a more desirable landscape using environmentally-friendly methods.
Can you remove larger trees too?
Mulchers -also called masticators and brush cutters- are machines designed to reduce plant matter into smaller mulch. Depending on its design, a mulcher can efficiently handle brush, tree limbs, or trees up to 6-8 inches in diameter.
However, for larger trees, we will typically knock them down with a chainsaw first and then drive the machines over them to mulch the trunk, limbs, and stump.
Is forestry mulching good for the soil?
Forestry mulching is great for soil, as it helps prevent soil erosion and aids in pasture restoration by raising PH levels and lowering soil acidity. Thus, making it a wonderful benefit to the soil.
Will a forestry mulcher grind stumps?
Yes! Stump grindings make for excellent mulch. They help to insulate your soil, retain the soil’s moisture, and even make weed removal easier.
Can you plant grass after forestry mulching?
Once the land is cleared of brush and thicket, you will eventually be able to plant grass. However, the initial layer of mulch will suppress weeds and grass for some time after mulching – typically up to two years.
What kind of mulch do you leave behind?
We take great pride in the mulch we leave behind! We create fine, beautiful mulch that is great ground cover and becomes good, healthy black dirt. The best kind of compost there is! Our mulch is comparable to the expensive, bagged varieties many homeowners seek out.
How long does forestry mulch take to decompose?
Mulch produced from our forestry mulching process will typically decompose in 2 to 10 seasons, depending on the type of wood, quantity of mulch, and weather conditions. You will typically see small native plant growth within a week or two after the process is completed, though this is dependent on the season/time of year.
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