RSB Empire → Bell Land Services → Lot Clearing

Lot
Clearing
Palm Beach County

Lot clearing is the smaller, faster cousin of full land clearing — one residential or vacant lot, not a multi-acre parcel: grass, weeds, brush, palmetto, saplings, and the odd small stump, cleared so the lot is usable, sellable, or ready for the next step. Bobcat T740 with a 60" grapple, $385/day with an operator. (561) 779-3213.

Book a Free Lot Walk — (561) 779-3213 Price Your Lot in 3 Taps →
$385
Per Day
Operator Included
T740
Bobcat
Track Loader
60"
Grapple
Bucket
1-2
Days —
Most Single Lots
What "Lot Clearing" Actually Means

People search "lot clearing" and "land clearing" almost interchangeably, but the jobs behind them are often different sizes. Land clearing tends to mean multi-acre parcels — Acreage-style lots with a real forestry job on them. Lot clearing is usually one property: a vacant residential lot someone is about to build on, sell, or simply tired of paying to maintain overgrown. The vegetation is often lighter — grass, weeds, brush, saplings, a scattering of small trees — and the job is measured in hours or a single day, not a multi-day mobilization.

Our Bobcat T740 with its 60" grapple is sized for exactly this work: nimble enough for a standard suburban or semi-rural lot, strong enough to pull brush and small root balls out clean. The $385/day rate, with an operator included, is the same number whether the lot sits in a subdivision or out past the Turnpike — a light single lot is very often a half-day to one-day job at that flat rate.

Bobcat T740 with a 60-inch grapple lifting a pine log during a lot clearing job in Palm Beach County
The T740 grapple lifting a pine log — the same machine and operator that clears a single residential lot.
What's On a Typical Lot
Grass, Weeds & Vines
A lot left unmowed for a season or more, often with vines climbing a fence line. Fast work for the grapple.
Brush & Saplings
Volunteer growth and young trees that took root while the lot sat vacant. Cleared and loaded in one pass.
Palmetto & Small Root Balls
Common on Florida lots that were never landscaped. The grapple pulls the clump, roots and all.
A Few Small Trees
One or two problem trees are part of most lot-clearing calls. Larger mature trees and heavier stump work move toward our tree & stump removal guide instead.
Haul-Off or Mulch In Place

Once a single lot is down, you have the same two roads a bigger parcel has, just on a smaller scale. Hauling the debris off leaves the cleanest lot — the right call if you're selling, building soon, or dealing with an HOA notice. Mulching in place is cheaper and leaves a layer that helps hold weeds back, a good fit for a lot you're simply maintaining. We price both on the walk-through so you can choose with real numbers in front of you.

Every job starts with a free Sunshine State One Call (811) utility locate before the grapple touches the ground — required by law, and the cheapest insurance on the job. If your lot may need a permit before clearing — protected trees, a wetland-adjacent parcel, or an HOA sign-off — our Palm Beach County land clearing permits & regulations guide covers what triggers a review and who to call.

🚜
Our rate: Bobcat T740 with 60" grapple and operator, $385/day. Most single residential lots are a half-day to one-day job at that flat rate. See the full Bell Land Services page ↗
Related Services & Guides
Bell Land Services →
Land clearing, site prep, grading, and storm cleanup across Palm Beach County with the Bobcat T740 and 60" grapple.
Forestry Mulching & Brush Hogging →
The right call when a lot's overgrowth is thicker than grass and weeds — grinding brush and small trees down in place instead of hauling.
Fill Dirt & Excavation →
Once a lot is clear, raising, leveling, or digging it to grade is the next step — the Bobcat T740 handles both.
Land Clearing Cost Guide →
Per-acre and per-lot price ranges, the factors that move the number, and the permit rules people forget.
Tree & Stump Removal Guide →
For lots where the job is really one or two problem trees and their stumps, not a whole-lot clearing.
Book Now — (561) 779-3213 ← Back to Bell Land Services

Lot Clearing — FAQ

What's the difference between lot clearing and land clearing?

Lot clearing usually means one residential or vacant lot with lighter growth — grass, brush, palmetto, small trees. Land clearing typically refers to larger multi-acre parcels with heavier vegetation. The equipment is the same; the scale and price are what change.

How much does lot clearing cost?

Our Bobcat T740 with a 60" grapple is $385 per day, including an experienced operator. Most single residential lots take a half-day to one full day. Every quote is free, so you'll know the cost before we start.

How long does clearing one lot take?

Most single residential lots with grass, brush, and a few small trees are cleared in a half-day to one day. A lot with heavier growth or several trees can take longer — we'll give you a realistic timeline on the free walk-through.

Do you haul the debris away or leave it on site?

Either — your call. Hauling off leaves the cleanest lot, which most people want before selling or building. Mulching in place is cheaper and leaves a layer that helps hold weeds back. We price both up front.

Do I need a permit to clear a single lot?

It depends on what's on the lot and where it sits. Protected or specimen trees, wetland-adjacent ground, or an HOA can all trigger a review even on a single lot. Read our permits & regulations guide or ask us on the walk-through.

Can you clear a lot before I list it for sale?

Yes — clearing an overgrown vacant lot before listing is one of the most common calls we get. A clean lot photographs and shows better, and it removes the "what's hiding in there" question for a buyer.

What if my lot has a few larger trees on it?

One or two problem trees are still a standard lot-clearing call. If the job is mostly about several mature trees and their stumps rather than general overgrowth, our tree & stump removal guide covers that scope specifically.

Is a quote free?

Yes. We walk the lot, tell you honestly whether it's a half-day or full-day job, and give you a number before anything is scheduled. Call (561) 779-3213.

Which areas do you clear lots in?

All of Palm Beach County — Loxahatchee, The Acreage, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Jupiter, West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, and the rest of the county.

📞  Call (561) 779-3213 — Free Lot Walk