What's included in lot clearing?

Lot clearing covers trees of every size, stumps, brush, and undergrowth across a defined area, plus full debris removal and haul-away, so the site is left usable, not just emptier.

Do I need a permit for lot clearing in St. Thomas or London?

Some sites require a permit, especially near wetlands, protected trees, or municipal boundaries across Southwestern Ontario. Out On A Limb confirms what applies to a property before work begins.

What happens to the debris after a lot is cleared?

All debris, including stumps, brush, and wood, is hauled away as part of the job. Stumps are ground out rather than left in the ground to rot or interfere with future building or planting.

How long does lot clearing take?

Timing depends on the size of the lot and how much is on it. Small residential lots can often be cleared in a day or two, while larger or heavily wooded sites take longer. Out On A Limb provides a timeline estimate as part of every quote.

Lot Clearing

Overview
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Clearing a lot for a new build, a driveway, or simply reclaiming land that's gone wild takes more than cutting down a few trees. Out On A Limb provides full lot clearing for homeowners, developers, and property managers across St. Thomas, London, Strathroy, and Southwestern Ontario, leaving a site ready for whatever comes next.

1. More than removing a few trees

Lot clearing covers a whole area, not a single tree. That means trees of every size, stumps, brush, and undergrowth all coming out together, usually within a set boundary tied to a build plan, a survey line, or a property owner's own goals for the space. It's a different job than a standalone removal, and it needs a crew that can plan the whole site at once instead of tree by tree.

2. Faster, safer work on bigger and riskier jobs

A bucket truck cuts down significantly on the time a job takes, since climbing, rigging, and repositioning inside a tree all take far longer than simply repositioning a truck to the next angle. That speed matters most on larger properties, storm-damaged trees, and any job where a limb needs to come down cleanly without adding extra risk for whoever's doing the cutting.

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Efficient clearing without cutting corners

A cleared lot is only useful if it's actually clear. Out On A Limb handles everything from standing timber to ground-level brush, using the right combination of equipment and hands-on cutting to move through a site efficiently without leaving hazards or half-finished sections behind. Stumps get ground out, not left in the ground to rot or complicate whatever gets built or planted next.

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