Land Clearing Contractor Cape Coral & Fort Myers, FL

Before construction can begin, the land needs to be cleared. Tropical Maintenance provides complete land clearing and site preparation services for residential lots and commercial developments across Southwest Florida. From removing brush and trees to stripping topsoil and grading — we transform raw land into construction-ready sites.

What We Do

Our land clearing services include complete lot clearing (trees, brush, stumps), selective clearing (preserving specific trees), topsoil stripping and stockpiling, root raking and debris removal, mulching and grinding, site grading after clearing, and debris hauling and disposal. We operate bulldozers, excavators, mulching heads, and hauling equipment sized for your project. For environmentally sensitive areas, we use selective clearing methods to preserve protected species and required buffers.

Applications

**Residential:** Single lot clearing for new home construction, backyard clearing for additions or pools, overgrown property cleanup, lot preparation for sale.

**Commercial:** Multi-acre development clearing, road right-of-way clearing, utility easement clearing, agricultural land conversion, PUD and subdivision clearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does land clearing cost in Southwest Florida?

Land clearing costs vary from $1,500-$5,000 for a standard residential lot to $3,000-$8,000+ per acre for heavily wooded commercial sites. Factors include tree density, debris disposal, stump removal needs, and site access. We provide per-project quotes after site inspection.

Do I need a permit to clear my lot in Cape Coral?

Yes. Cape Coral and most Lee County jurisdictions require vegetation removal permits. Protected trees (like mangroves and certain oaks) have additional restrictions. We identify protected species, secure permits, and ensure compliance with all local and state regulations.

Can you save specific trees while clearing the rest?

Absolutely. Selective clearing is one of our specialties. We’ll flag trees to keep, install root protection barriers, and clear around them carefully. Many homeowners want to preserve large shade trees or specimen trees while clearing the rest for construction.

What happens to the cleared material?

Vegetation is typically mulched on-site or hauled to a green waste facility. Timber-quality trees can be salvaged. Stumps are ground or removed. We leave the site clean and graded, ready for the next phase. Mulch can be spread back on-site as ground cover if desired.