Clearing land for New Home in Florida: It's Not as Difficult as You Think! | Forestry Mulching

Went up to Crystal River to open up a 1.2 acre property for a client. They will be building a beautiful home here. Currently they are active duty military in North Carolina.
Stay tuned as we will be back for some excavation work which you will not want to miss.

[@kaytarracorrea25]

In the house my husband and I are under contract for they neglected their yard for so long and if we get the house we're gonna have to do all of this 🙃

[@TheTreeShop]

Awesome! Hopefully y’all get the house then! 🤞🏻

[@semajd5995]

Same here my back yard is a jungle.

[@davidletasi3322]

Built several homes in Florida and always directed the clearing of the land. Always taped off green belts of trees for wild life cover and saved as many trees as possible. The clearing of the property was always my favorite part of the build.

[@joy-of-chemotaxis]

Good for you David. It's actually kind of sad watching the destruction of these natural habitats, it's reassuring to read your comments about how you preserve what you can. After watching this, and reading your comments, I decided I'm also going to direct the clearing.

[@gofishglobal7919]

Why did you save the trees?

[@johnhonebein6851]

I’m a big fan of mulching videos. Nice to see a channel from Florida.

[@TheTreeShop]

Thank you.

[@qlogic2002]

Dude!!! This thing is baller!!! You took out an entire tree and all those ground palms, that attachment is sweet.

[@shurlandlayne9337]

first time watching this kind of video. I'm impressed. That machine is a BEAST.

[@TheTreeShop]

Glad you liked it!

[@theoneonlymonkeymanohyea6769]

That’s just a small machine wait til you see a 299

[@naturalstylezbymercedes7432]

Thank you I needed to see this video so I know how to approach clearing my land❤

[@Brd100000]

Yes!!! Live near crystal river, ocala. Glad to know you go to these areas. Will be contacting you in a few months for price 🤗

[@pamelap6842]

Rattlesnakes!! You is one brave man. I am enjoying seeing how this land clearing is done. Can’t wait to have my yard remedied soon with thick brushes.

[@ntekniklaus3710]

One of the most satisfying things to watch with the skid steers removing brush. From Zephyrhills, you just earned a new subscriber.

[@x4x4offroad87]

Great video man I'm fixing to get into the same business trying to get same business with a brush mulcher keep us updated man Love the video

[@mygamingchannel8575]

Awesome video, just the content I was looking for.

[@miguelavila4203]

Why is so satisfying to watch land get cleared? LOL!

[@ranchomagnolia5353]

Haha, I know right! We just cleared our 4 acres of our 18 and it was so satisfying seeing it cleared selectively while keeping our nice oak and magnolia trees! We posted it in our KZbin Channel!

[@jonjohnsonreads8292]

Agreed

[@toddhickox4757]

💯

[@chrisstuart6651]

I hate it. I only watch to get my aggression going for working out. I live in NE Florida which is being destroyed by endless subdivisions.

[@De_Rain52]

If find it very depressing I absolutely hate people clearing land.

[@jamespettifer4585]

Nice work bro

[@eyeswideshut2800]

I just bought an unrestricted corner lot in Texas so I'm so excited.

[@c.j.rogers2422]

That's not a rattler, brother, that's a moccasin.

[@discoverykai1547]

*Clearing land for New Home in Florida: It's Not as Difficult as You Think! showcases the process of land clearing for new home construction in Florida. The video highlights the different types of equipment used and the techniques employed to remove trees, shrubs, and other obstacles to make way for new homes. The video also emphasizes the importance of hiring a professional land clearing service and obtaining necessary permits to ensure the process is done safely and legally. It's an informative video that provides a glimpse into the world of land clearing and home construction.*

[@TheTreeShop]

Well… if that’s not the best video description idk what is. Thank you

[@victorjohnson2093]

Great Video Thanks 😊

[@easemailboxes]

Wow! not only do you make it look easy but it looks like awesome fun! A bit like shaving someones head with sheers but its the earth.

[@mdinero6205]

Great job ! Really did it fast

[@TheTreeShop]

Wait till you see some of the upcoming videos. New machine is faster and better quality mulch and we are working on getting an even bigger machine too

[@bertriedstra4]

On those 4 chains keep in mind that they do not count as 4 chains per DOT requirements for securement they count as a half chain because they only pull one direction and not all the way across. Great idea and I would do the same but just make sure you are not short a chain for the weight of your machinery.

[@soldierofgodforever5561]

Nice job 👍

[@digitaldan8223]

My wife said "that wham, bam, thank you ma'm comment offended me... We're gonna need your tractor" 😂 Seriously cool piece of equipment. We have about 3 acres of our 6.5 outside Green Cove Springs that could really use a clean up...

[@TheTreeShop]

Lol I have a ton of little sayings. Don’t even remember when I said that in the video 😂 Shoot me a text or give me a call at [phone] and I’d be glad to speak with you regarding the project.

[@kevinhall6099]

Oh heck ya !! I am about to start clearing 5 acres in Bronson FL .....with a DR mower. I would LOVE to have one of those. I suspect though, the DR mower is a little more cost effective LOL

[@rayhitt5564]

Nice job!

[@abpiloto]

Nice job man

[@galeneale8232]

Liked it just for the pro hack! Nice video.

[@TheTreeShop]

🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@MotoCheez]

Nice job! Have to do soon to 5 acres I bought next to my place here in crystal River..

[@TheTreeShop]

Love the crystal river area!

[@btmapili]

Need this done in Central Florida!

[@btmapili]

Went to your website and glad to see you’re in Deland. Just submitted a request to chat.

[@desert915]

Cost?

[@jahcrowkah8307]

I respect your work the man yah mon

[@mountain-roots]

Very cool brotha

[@pressurewashingandhoodcleaning]

very relaxing

[@YolandaTheGardener]

Amazing!!!

[@unclestupidrich9510]

Man you are a 1 man show!!!! I wish you was in Georgia!!!

[@TheTreeShop]

I am pushing into Georgia this year. Already have a few projects we are planning

[@TheLonewolf0110]

Your chain idea is a good idea but illegal in several states

[@pamelap6842]

You’re so kind! Lol

[@justpalms9978]

That's how I tie down the nifty lift and mini skid. One strap on each corner, so much easier then running full length all the way across the trailer.

[@bertriedstra4]

On those 4 chains keep in mind that they do not count as 4 chains per DOT requirements for securement they count as a half chain because they only pull one direction and not all the way across. Great idea and I would do the same but just make sure you are not short a chain for the weight of your machinery.

[@DanielMuvdi]

How can I hire your services for a 5 acres in dunnellon FL? Thanks

[@TheTreeShop]

Email me at [e-mail] Thanks

[@sikskillz2186]

great video, light work of the bushes and trees. whats the cost to do maybe .35 acre?

[@emtjc8465]

Might need to call you when we buy our land. It will be around Crystal River.

[@TheTreeShop]

Awesome! I look forward to hearing from you. 5% off for KZbin subscribers!

[@DesiSegundoIII]

holy cow - just saw this video and wouldn't you know it you're at Crystal River. That's where I live!

[@shawnrobinson2213]

Man that mulcher don’t mess around it gets the job done!!!

[@TheTreeShop]

Our new mulcher is even better

[@vuhoangable]

I love your work, will you come to Naples. Mulch one 390x390 lot

[@ciscokid81]

Nice setup. Waiting for mine. Did you need a CDL for your track and trailer for the weight? I’m wondering what trailer I should get. Thanks

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes technically a CDL would be required. It’s hard to find a setup that doesn’t require a CDL because of weights.

[@ciscokid81]

@@TheTreeShop yeah. I was hoping I didn’t have to. I’ll just stick to back roads. Lol

[@12vLife]

I have a wooded property in very sandy central Florida. I'd like to partially clear it, compact it and drop in a bunch of #57 in the form of a driveway to a clearing patch in the middle. But not just compact enough to drive over, but also a base for an eventual foundation for small/lightweight metal frame single story offgrid house. Is this possible and are their specific requirements I need to meet in Florida?

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes there are code requirements depending on the zoning the land is located on. Typically we just bring in shell and use that as the base/stabilizer as it is much more effective and doesn’t disappear like a 57 stone will in the sand. [e-mail] is the best way to get ahold of me. Shoot me an email with your address and info and I’ll pull the property up and then I can get you more specifics

[@roachloc43]

Awesome work and video, I have a question tho, when cutting down the small trees 🌳 do they grow back since the roots are still in the grown?

[@TheTreeShop]

Most species do not. Some will like the camphor tree and Brazilian pepper. Only way to kill them completely is to remove stump and roots from the ground.

[@roachloc43]

Thank you

[@loc_ua7562]

Nice work!!! Quick question….What app are you using for property info? Looks much simpler than what I’m using.

[@TheTreeShop]

HuntWise pro

[@loc_ua7562]

@@TheTreeShop Thanks a bunch!!! I will definitely start using it, looks much easier than the public records mapping tools I’ve been using here in SC. They work, just nowhere near as fast. I’m sure you’ve been there lol.

[@Poordirtfarmer]

Hello from Suwannee County Florida

[@CutoDracon]

I need some advice, I bought a lot(about .53 acres) near a lake a year ago for investment that's filled with trees and I want to get started on developing it for putting a house on. Would it be better to just try to clear it myself or hire a crew to clear it or should I do something else first?

[@TheTreeShop]

I always recommend hiring professionals as it will get the job done faster and typically for less than if you do it yourself. That being said it’s also fun to do this work sometimes.

[@stephancunningham3072]

12:06 that’s exactly why I always worry when I see lands like these 😂😂😂

[@jimdelucia9127]

Will you come to Port Charlotte. Mulch one 80 X 145 Lot and part of 160 X 145 Lot.

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes sir. Shoot me a text with your info and I’ll get you an estimate sent over! [phone] Thanks

[@2Ryled]

Your lucky you can rent a mulcher. In pa I was told they won't rent them bc people might break mulcher. You can rent the skid steer with other attachments. If I lived in jersey you can rent them no problem. They are everywhere. So I had to just roll over the brambles in my skid steer. Then scrape up with a grapple. Luckily only 3 trees down, most was 8ft tall brambles.

[@TheTreeShop]

I don’t recommend renting. The mulchers they rent out are typically open faced drums running carbides for reliability to protect from bad operators and those heads are just annoying to run. Almost always more cost effective to just hire in a professional.

[@semajd5995]

Do you recommend mulching or just using regular bucket of skid steer to clear overgrown back yard ? I want to put grass seed when done…so is mulching fine?

[@TheTreeShop]

mulch it. let it dry out, throw grass seed down and water like hell. needs to be mulched good.

[@FoodNTravel1234]

This is fun to watch, I didn't even know such equipment exist lol How much does it cost for 0.5 to 1 acre? For the past few weeks, I have been looking for small size of land for my future retirement in Fl. And yes, I did hit the subscribe button and like lol

[@TheTreeShop]

Mulching is a relatively new vegetation management solution. Standard pricing starts at $2500 and adjusts up and down depending on project scope of work. Thanks for the subscribe! Lots of new content in the works!

[@jontheoperator6007]

2500 for .5 or 1?

[@TheTreeShop]

$2500 for 1 was what it was this long ago.

[@jontheoperator6007]

@@TheTreeShop thanks man. Im looking to get into business out here in central fl myself. I just finished watching your other video with you going over numbers lol. Do you leave it all chipped? Or do you got back and grub? I seem to be doing it very different in the companies i worked for/with

[@sfotinos22]

Wow I have a 1.25 acre property in New York that is covered in ivy and small treelings and bushes . to clear all of it as well as two large trees I was quoted at 13,000

[@bosshogg7470]

Admire what you're doing. But I have a couple of questions. How much HP in your machine? Have you considered getting a bigger machine?

[@TheTreeShop]

Currently my machine is at 74. By end of year it will be turned up a bit. That being said. Yes a bigger machine is in the plan but it will be a dedicated. The jump to a 100hp skid steer in price doesn’t equal enough of a production increase for the extra costs to be worthwhile. In the next video that comes out tomorrow I believe you will see the new head we got that allows us to mulch 1.5-2 acres a day. At that rate the low operating weight of the 259 is more of an advantage than the extra HP and few thousand pounds extra of a large frame skid steer.

[@Richard-yj7tg]

This was one street over from mine before we moved to Tennessee, I saw you cutting it, I was cutting a lawn on the same street. I'm thinking about doing the mulching up here any chance you would walk me through a few questions?

[@TheTreeShop]

Shoot me a message on IG. That’s where I have those conversations

[@Richard-yj7tg]

@@TheTreeShop I'm not finding you over there mine is @forgivenveteran or if you want to give me yours. Thank you very much

[@FavoredAcreHomestead]

Great video! We probably would have chopped that snake up 😬

[@DarrelllCampbelll]

When you was starting I was saying man there's some critters in there and then you show the snake.

[@janetteesther]

You do a great job. How long does it take to clear half an acre? I'm thinking of getting your services when I buy the land

[@TheTreeShop]

Thank you! Half an acre is roughly 4-5 hours depending on density of vegetation

[@rmercedes971]

What would you consider a decent price range for an acre that with a lot of pines and oaks?

[@TheTreeShop]

The state really can effect the price but a good average would be $2500-$3000 (+/-)

[@rmercedes971]

@@TheTreeShop I’m in Florida. I’m hank you so much, this is a great reference point.

[@josephgarceau7880]

What about roots and tree stumps? Do you have to remove them to build?

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes. In those areas we would excavate any organic debris. That would all be part of building the house pad though so the majority of the clearing can occur before hand

[@SpartysDad]

Planning on renting one and cleaning up part of my lot. I was quoted $1800 for an area of approximately 120x100. I believe that I can rent for much less. Yes, I do have experience operating heavy equipment.

[@TheTreeShop]

Not in Florida you’re not renting for less than that. ~$2500 in equipmemt and fuel fees. Plus labor and insurance

[@TheTreeShop]

But just keep the head down in the work area and take your time. It’s more about feel than anything so listen to the hydraulics and you’ll be good.

[@SpartysDad]

I live in Arkansas.

[@TheTreeShop]

Most Herc Rentals have taks with fecons. Your cat dealer will rent and sometimes I’ve seen bobcat dealers rent too

[@TheTreeShop]

I cringe at the thought of it 😂 I would just mulch next to it as close as I can and then put the root rake on and plow it all into a pile. Burn it and then scoop the metal up and dispose of it.

[@eflint1]

How many acres of land like that will it clear a day and does it kill the roots?

[@TheTreeShop]

With the new mulcher we can do 5 of these a day roughly. And yes the roots will die and dry up which helps produce a much cleaner root rake and faster too

[@TheTreeShop]

Lol. To put it in perspective I did this property in 4-5 hours with the FAE head and 74 hp. Gyrotrac head is at least 2x as fast and it is on a 299 which has plenty more power as well. there have been some properties I finished in an hour. Did 15 acres last week in 3.5 days of all palmettos 10-20ft high

[@tanjamomo7265]

I am in Jacksonville and just built a house on a preserve. I need a space cleared 15x15 to fit the kids trampoline what would the price be approximately? There are no more trees as they all fell into the preserve at the last storm it's just a bunch of tree roots and stumps.

[@Alienshark]

Great

[@khaleefax9553]

*Whats the cost to owners for getting one acre mulched by this equioment if they hire you?*

[@kylewoodward7078]

I need that exact same thing done in Okeechobee fl. On a 1-1/4 acre. What does that cost roughly?

[@TheTreeShop]

For pricing please text me at 386-843-5266 and provide property data so I can get you your quote sent out.

[@giancarloscatoira8988]

It will be my first time doing it by myself, what kind of equipment do you think is better for clean a lot , and where can I rent it , 👍

[@TheTreeShop]

The best equipment to use is the kind of equipment you are good at operating safely and productively. Way to many things can go wrong fast, mechanical and safety things, for me to just recommend anything.

[@Kevinchong18]

what is the cost to do a .25 acres?

[@hasbiantara7283]

Hallo bro!! what type of sked steer is this?

[@glyphic313]

Thanks for not killing the snake

[@danatuminello726]

Nice job!!! Is there anyone you can recommend for Ellis County Texas?

[@TheTreeShop]

I actually might. Let me find out.

[@jerrardthompson3449]

A 360 action camera would of been great in certain shots 📸

[@12vLife]

Anybody know, In most Florida counties away from the city (unincorporated in my case) what's usually the law about storing stuff on a vacant residential lots? Say you left equipment on your lot that you own and pay taxes on, can somebody file a complaint? Can you get a citation? I'm asking for myself. I am sure if I ask the county they will give the textbook answer of you can do absolutely nothing with your vacant lot until you build and get occupancy.. of course everybody does it... and btw, taxes are due.

[@TheTreeShop]

They would have to prove the equipment is not used for personal use. They typically get fired up over vehicles with no tags… because they want tag revenue but regardless I’m sure there is a simple solution to get them off your back. Warrant less searches are technically illegal as are anonymous complaints in the state of Florida

[@keatanjeux4999]

Nice job ! How long did it take ?

[@TheTreeShop]

A day

[@tocador2247]

Good job. I like the song at the beginning and later on starting on 10:04. Do you know the name?

[@TheTreeShop]

Im sorry I dont.

[@williambryant5946]

Run Hectorino Martinez

[@CallsignHawkinate]

Only if you were north FL I'm looking for someone to clear some acres.... What do you do when you see snakes?

[@TheTreeShop]

We cover North Florida 👏🏻 386-843-5266. Shoot me a text! Snakes get eaten by the mulcher typically. Black snakes I try to let “escape”

[@zacharymabe161]

When doing 😊this does it leave stumps poking out of the ground from the smaller trees?

[@TheTreeShop]

No the stumps are ground smooth with grade

[@KilroyNBC]

Start at 6:50

[@bitss911]

How much on average to clear a 1/4 lot? In the Sarasota area.

[@all4bspinnin311]

When looking for land to purchase and clear here in Florida, is there anything you look for specifically?

[@TheTreeShop]

Great question! I should make a video addressing this specifically. The short answer is wetlands and gopher tortoises are killers of budgets and plans. But you will also want to check local building codes to make sure the desired use of the land is appropriate and also whatever buildings/animals/utilities are also on par with the build planned.

[@all4bspinnin311]

@@TheTreeShop Thank you very much for the reply. I'll look forward to any videos you'll be doing and im going to subscribe to the channel.

[@Cmonnow1975]

I'm on a budget and would be trying to do it myself because I can't afford to pay out right and no one does payments. My property is in Interlochen FL in Putnam county FL

[@TheTreeShop]

I understand. We do have financing options that Lacey can work with you on.

[@Cmonnow1975]

@@TheTreeShop I will give you guys a call tomorrow I tried to email you the info but it said it wasn't a valid email. That way I can get you the parcel number

[@DJCHEPOTHEGODFATHER]

Man where in Florida you locate I live in lake placid Florida and I looking for something like that to clean the land damm nice

[@TheTreeShop]

Drove through Lake Placid last week on the way to a project. Love it out there! Text me at 386-843-5266 and when I get back to the truck I’ll see it. 🤙🏻

[@secondchanceoffgrid8386]

Hey brother, I’m in Dixie County. Old Town area. Love you style. No bs, get the job done. Do you work in that area. I know you’ve been around Gainesville. Let me know man. Thanks. Keep up with the channel! Great stuff!!

[@TheTreeShop]

Thank you for the support. Yea we work in Old Town a lot.

[@secondchanceoffgrid8386]

That’s awesome. I will definitely get in touch when I come down next time. Thanks brother!

[@aquatone327]

If you cleared 5 acres, and one acre was already cleared, how would you charge for that part of it? Would that be deducted from the clearing altogether or be included in the price as well?

[@TheTreeShop]

It would be deducted. I have software that is pretty good at showing production rate across a piece of land to help scale out more detailed projects

[@aquatone327]

@@TheTreeShop Up to you, but I would love to know the name of the software. I currently work as an employee in a completely different field (and state) and was looking at land clearing as a business to start here in Georgia. Also thank you for the reply!

[@TheTreeShop]

Get any pro version of most hunting software. A lot of people prefer onX but I use HuntWise

[@aquatone327]

@@TheTreeShop Thank you! I will check into these.

[@OnSiteTrav]

I have totally mulched the wrong property line before. Not good lol

[@pkmathome1500]

Nice! Work near jax? & your job sounds fun! Play with big toys!!

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes we love working in North Florida. Our machines are bigger and more productive than this one too now 💪🏻💪🏻

[@85ccmaster]

How many gpm does that CAT put out?

[@TheTreeShop]

Pretty sure it’s 30 gpm at 3500psi

[@renkinrich9434]

I have a land in okeechobee in the vikings. How I can i hire your service to get the forestry mulching done? Thanks

[@TheTreeShop]

Email me at [e-mail] Give me your details and I’ll reach out this coming week and get it scheduled! Thank you

[@FrankWhite430]

What a small fucking world, I'm in Port Saint Lucie about to buy some property in vikings!

[@TheTreeShop]

Congrats. Got quite a few friends down there. Good place to live

[@freddyguzman429]

How much was it to clear those 1.2acres?

[@kylecallan8954]

What was that app that showed the property lines and stuff ?

[@TheTreeShop]

HuntWise Pro

[@johnretired8213]

What kind machine did you use?

[@Mr.JayOutdoors]

One hell of a job man. Looks amazing. How much is it to rent that set up or get someone to mulch my property?

[@TheTreeShop]

New video is dropping soon about pricing! But sneak peak is $375 an hour 🤙🏻 386-843-5266

[@Mr.JayOutdoors]

Do you come to melrose fl

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes

[@TheTreeShop]

Yes

[@Mr.JayOutdoors]

@@TheTreeShop how much do you charge for a acre

[@Cmonnow1975]

Around November 1st 2022 I will have my .18 acre piece of land paid off and I will need to do that to my property. Where can I rent one of those mulcher things?

[@TheTreeShop]

You can’t rent for the price we can do it for. But if you insist you can go to Herc, CAT, Bobcat, and even Kubota maybe.

[@Cmonnow1975]

@@TheTreeShop how would I get an estimate to have an idea how much I need to save up between now and the time I pay it off in November? I have the parcel number for it but can't stay on it until final payment is made.

[@TheTreeShop]

Email us at [e-mail] just need contact information and parcel ID

[@antonellalavoile]

How much does it cost

[@TheTreeShop]

New video on pricing will be coming out soon

[@davidpascual1172]

I been wanting to get in this business but idk how much to charge, How do you charge? And how much did you get off mulching those 1.2 acres?

[@TheTreeShop]

Video on hot to charge and what to charge coming out soon. It is the video in editing right now actually

[@JoseGonzalez-hp3bd]

I live in voulsia County, On average how much do you charge for let says 2 acres of mulching? Looking to hire Thanks

[@TheTreeShop]

Rough estimate via information provided. $4-$6k. Shoot me a text at 3864149142 and I can get you a detailed estimate sent over.

[@JoseGonzalez-hp3bd]

Awesome, purchasing a property in the next couple weeks I will definitely get in touch when ready thanks

[@kikkecisneros5766]

How much would you charge for 2 lots from probably the length and width for both ahhh maybe 1000 to 1000ft

[@TheTreeShop]

That’s like 23 acres (+/-) just give me a call/text at 386-843-5266

[@brucetec6597]

Would it be considered land clearing if i need to remove 6 trees with the roots? I am wondering if a land clearing company would even come out for that?

[@TheTreeShop]

We do that work but we would send the tree crew and not the big equipment to cut the trees down and grind the stumps typically. We have sent the excavators to jobs for such a small amount

[@brucetec6597]

@@TheTreeShop I have 1 oak tree that is about 2 foot wide but I also need ro remove the roots of 2 trees since I will be building a house and pool there. This is in Orlando by the way.

[@TheTreeShop]

@@brucetec6597 you can text me at [phone] or email me at [e-mail] and I can come take a look at it and get you an estimate on-site for this.

[@brucetec6597]

@@TheTreeShop will do thanks

[@dmo848]

I think I gotta do this myself unless I can find someone cheaper than I.

[@failocrichton984]

I see that you mulch all the way to the ground…. What about it if U have a rocky ground?

[@TheTreeShop]

If rocks are a likely hazard like in the north and out west, they make every durable carbide tools for the mulchers. I run knives because my vegetation and hazards allow it. We wreck knives still though sometimes😂

[@JBLynch]

If there's anyone you can recommend in the Augusta/Athens area of GA, I'd really appreciate it.

[@TheTreeShop]

Yea, shoot me a text at 386-843-5266