There are many methods of clearing land, bulldozers, chainsaws and burning vegetation. There are advantages to each type of land clearing, however, they all come with their own set of unique challenges.
Here we are going to tell you which are the most popular land clearing methods.
1. Boot And Snooze
By using this terrain clearing method, you can cover a large amount of terrain at a rapid pace. However, this speed can leave large holes which creates a rough and messy finish. This method may be acceptable in some cases. It should be noted that if you want to use the land to graze animals or harvest hay, you will likely need to bring in soil to fill any remaining holes.
Consequently, the speed at which you cleared is quickly changed. Finally, you will have a huge pile of material that you will have to transport or burn. This additional step can be time-consuming and costly.
2. Burning
With a prescribed burn you can clear your land quickly, this is an effective way to clear the land. This has important considerations.
• You cannot selectively remove trees or other vegetation.
• There is a risk of a fire getting out of control and causing property damage.
• The heat from fire can heat the soil to the point of sterilization and it may be almost impossible to grow anything for some time.
Erosion is an important consideration, you should consider allowing invasive vegetation to establish its presence. When the spread of invasive species begins, it is difficult to stop it and regain control.
3. Cleaning Hands
Hand cleaning is the least invasive way to clean your land, so it will take the longest. The use of portable options is very selective and deliberate. It is a good option if you plan to thin out a small area to build a house or other structure and want to create a safe buffer zone for fire hazards.
4. Padding
Using a shredder is an excellent option when starting and burning, with mulching and with any type of shredder, you can selectively cut and process vegetation efficiently.
With mulching, trees and weeds are eliminated, in addition to returning organic matter to the soil, by replacing the mulch where the vegetation is removed, it provides a natural barrier that will help prevent the regrowth of invasive species and promote the growth of natural vegetation.
When considering options for clearing land, you should keep in mind that you will need to maintain this in the future.
