Owner-operated forestry mulching & land clearing · Grand Rapids & West Michigan Call or text (616) 581-8002
Cleared and rough-graded building pad staked out on a wooded lot
Site Prep & Grading · Grand Rapids, MI

Site preparation & grading for West Michigan projects

Planning a home, barn, pole building, driveway or fence? The project starts before construction begins — and it starts with ground that’s open, accessible and ready.

Cleared and rough-graded building pad staked out on a wooded lot

Get the ground ready for what comes next

Overgrown vegetation blocks access and makes it difficult to evaluate land. Brush & Blade combines forestry mulching, stump work and grading to open up your property and prepare it for builders, concrete crews, fencing contractors and whatever else is next. We look at terrain, access, vegetation and future use before any work begins.

Site prep services

  • Building pad clearing for homes, garages, barns and pole buildings.
  • Driveway and access route clearing so equipment and deliveries can get in.
  • Stump mulching and removal in areas that need a clean finish.
  • Rough grading to shape the ground and improve drainage.
  • Fence-line prep so posts and wire go in straight and stay maintainable.
  • Lot opening for evaluation — surveys, perc tests, septic and well siting.

Why prep matters

Good site prep saves money down the line. Clear access keeps other trades efficient. Proper grading moves water away from where you don’t want it. Removing stumps and roots where structures, driveways or lawns will go prevents settling and headaches later. We plan the work around the finished result — not just the clearing.

Working with your builder

We’re happy to coordinate with your general contractor, excavator or builder so the site is handed off exactly how the next crew needs it. Share your plans or survey and we’ll build the scope around them.

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FAQ

Site Prep & Grading questions

What’s the difference between land clearing and site prep?

Land clearing removes vegetation. Site prep goes further — clearing, stump work and grading so the ground is ready for a specific structure, driveway or improvement.

Do you do final grading?

We handle clearing, stump work and rough grading to shape the site and improve drainage. Tell us what your builder needs and we’ll confirm what’s in scope in your estimate.

Can you prep a site for a pole barn?

Yes. Pole barns, garages and outbuildings are common projects. We clear the footprint and working area, deal with stumps and rough-grade the pad.

Tell us what you want your property to become.

Walk the land with the owners, get a clear plan and a straightforward estimate. No pressure, no one-size-fits-all bids.

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