If you need to clear a wooded lot near Taft, start a new pasture, or reclaim property that’s been left to grow over, the work starts with land clearing — and it needs to be done right before anything else can move forward. MBP Land Clearing serves homeowners, farmers, and small business owners throughout Lincoln County, from Frankewing and Fayetteville south through Ardmore and across into Huntsville, AL. We bring our own skid steers, mini excavators, and dump trucks to every job, and we don’t leave until the ground is clean, graded, and ready for whatever comes next. Call us at (931) 993-6081 for a free on-site estimate.
Land clearing is the process of removing trees, stumps, brush, and dense vegetation from a property so it can be put to a new use — a home site, agricultural field, driveway, pond, or improved pasture. At MBP Land Clearing, the process begins with a site walk where Brent Patterson assesses tree density, stump depth, drainage features, and any areas that need to stay untouched. Larger trees come down first, then the skid steer moves through with a grapple attachment to collect and pile brush, logs, and debris. Stumps are either ground below grade or fully extracted with a mini excavator depending on what the land will be used for next. Material that can’t be processed on-site is loaded into a dump truck and hauled away. Once the clearing is done, the crew makes a final pass to grade out rough spots and leave a uniform, usable surface. The result is a dramatic change — a tangled, inaccessible lot becomes open, workable ground ready for the next phase — whether that’s excavation and site preparation for a new home, a new driveway installation, or seeding for pasture.
Before any equipment is staged, Brent walks the property with you to understand exactly what needs to go and what stays. He checks stump depth, soil conditions, drainage patterns, and equipment access points. This is where scope and pricing are confirmed — no guesswork, no surprises when work begins.
Once the scope is set, the work area is clearly marked and the right equipment is brought to the site. For most residential land clearing jobs in the Taft and Fayetteville area, that means a skid steer with a grapple bucket, a mini excavator, and a dump truck — one, two, or all three depending on density and debris volume.
Larger trees are felled safely in a controlled direction before any machine work begins. The skid steer works through the cleared area using a grapple attachment to collect and pile brush, logs, and debris. Material that can’t be chipped or processed on-site is loaded directly into the dump truck for proper disposal.
Stumps left in the ground become problems — especially if the land is headed for a building pad, foundation, or a seeded pasture. We extract stumps with the mini excavator on projects that require a graded surface, or grind them below grade on properties where full extraction isn’t necessary. We match the method to the next use of the land.
The final pass levels out ruts, holes, and uneven areas left from the clearing work and shapes the surface for proper drainage. If you’re moving straight into excavation and site preparation or construction next, this graded surface is the ready handoff point. You’ll walk the property with Brent at completion to confirm everything meets your expectations before equipment is packed out.
Brent Patterson has been running land clearing and excavation equipment for over 10 years. He started MBP Land Clearing to serve property owners in this part of Tennessee and Alabama who need quality work done without the runaround. When you call MBP, you work directly with Brent from estimate through final cleanup — no subcontractors, no scheduling hand-offs, and no surprises on the invoice.
Every land clearing job is different, and Brent brings the right equipment for the actual conditions. That matters when you’re handling a mixed lot with mature hardwoods and dense undergrowth, or a fence line that’s been overgrown for a decade. We’re fully insured and offer free estimates on every job. Learn more about our background on our About Us page.
We offer discounts to seniors, military members, and veterans. Tennessee land clearing projects near streams, wetlands, or over one acre may require permits — we’ll flag it during the assessment. For general guidance, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is the right starting point.
Brent Patterson has been running land clearing and excavation equipment for over 10 years. He started MBP Land Clearing to do quality work for people who need it done right — not just fast. When you call us, you’re working directly with someone who takes pride in the result, not just the paycheck. We offer free estimates on every job. We also offer discounts for seniors, military members, and veterans — just ask when you call.
Over 10 years of hands-on land clearing and excavation experience you can trust.
We focus on doing the job right the first time — with attention to detail on every project.
When you call MBP Land Clearing, you work directly with the owner from start to finish.
We offer free estimates along with discounts for seniors, military members, and veterans.
MBP Land Clearing is based in Taft, TN and serves a 60-mile radius — including Huntsville, AL and the surrounding communities in both Tennessee and Alabama. If you’re not sure whether we cover your area, give us a call. We’re likely closer than you think.
Most residential land clearing jobs in the Taft area take one to two days, depending on lot size, tree density, and whether stump extraction is included. A single overgrown acre typically clears in a full day with the right equipment. Larger or heavily wooded properties may take two to three days. Brent will give you a realistic timeline during the on-site estimate.
For most residential land clearing projects on a single lot, no permit is required. However, projects that disturb an acre or more, involve land near streams or wetlands, or are part of a larger development may require grading permits or erosion control plans depending on the county. MBP will flag anything relevant during the site walk.
We haul off what can’t be processed on-site using our dump truck. Stumps are either extracted and hauled away or ground below grade. If you have a designated burn area on the property and local rules allow it, we can pile debris there instead of hauling — just let us know upfront.
Pricing depends on tree density, stump count, debris volume, and site access. Heavily wooded land costs more per acre than a lightly treed or brushy lot. MBP offers free on-site estimates because the variables matter too much to quote accurately over the phone.
Yes, but extra care is required. Tennessee has buffer zone requirements around streams and wetlands, and disturbing those areas without proper permits can result in regulatory issues. We’ll identify any sensitive areas during the site walk and advise you on the safest, compliant approach.
