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Serving Rohnert Park, CA and surrounding areas. (707) 231-4319
Overgrown brush, dead trees, and old stumps are a fire hazard and a wasted space. We clear it all and leave you with clean, level ground ready for whatever comes next.
Land clearing in Rohnert Park means removing trees, shrubs, brush, stumps, and debris from a section of your property so the ground can be used for something new - a garden, a patio, defensible space, or just a cleaner yard. Most standard residential jobs take one to three days, and we leave the area clean and level when we leave.
Homeowners call about land clearing for a few different reasons. Some are working toward the California defensible space requirements that apply across Sonoma County. Others have an overgrown corner of the yard they have been ignoring for years and finally want it usable. And some are preparing the ground for a new project - a shed, a patio, or an expanded garden. Whatever the reason, the job starts with a site visit so we can give you an accurate price and a clear picture of what the finished work will look like.
If you have individual trees that need to come down as part of a larger clearing project, our tree removal service handles those alongside the clearing - so you are not scheduling two separate crews for one job.
If dry grass, overgrown shrubs, or dead brush are within 30 feet of your home, you are likely out of compliance with California's defensible space requirements - and at real risk if a wildfire moves through the area. This is especially urgent in Rohnert Park, where fire seasons in the surrounding Sonoma County region have become longer and more intense.
CAL FIRE and local fire agencies in Sonoma County conduct defensible space inspections, typically in the months before fire season. If you have received a written notice saying your property does not meet clearance requirements, you have a legal obligation to address it within the timeframe given. A clearing crew can complete the work quickly and help you pass a follow-up inspection.
If you want to add a garden bed, build a shed, or extend a driveway but the area is covered in old stumps, tangled brush, or overgrown shrubs, land clearing is the first step. You cannot plant or build on ground that has not been properly cleared and prepared. Clearing is what turns that neglected corner into usable space.
Dead or dying trees pose a safety risk, especially during Sonoma County's winter wind events. If you notice a tree with most of its leaves gone out of season, large cracks in the trunk, or visible lean toward a structure, it needs to come down. Do not wait for a storm to make that decision for you.
Our land clearing work covers the full range of what is typically on a residential lot: brush and overgrown shrubs, trees of any size, stumps left from previous removals, and accumulated debris. We use chainsaws, a wood chipper, and a stump grinder depending on what we find. Everything cut gets chipped on-site or hauled away - your choice - and we do not consider the job done until the area is clean and level. If erosion is a concern because of slope or an upcoming rainy season, we talk through protective options before we leave.
We also check for protected trees before any work starts. The City of Rohnert Park and Sonoma County both have ordinances that affect certain species, and we handle any permit paperwork that is needed. For situations where the clearing scope is smaller - just a few individual trees rather than a full lot - our tree removal service is the right fit. And if you need a response to a downed or dangerous tree right away, our emergency tree service is available around the clock.
For homeowners in fire-hazard zones who need to meet California's vegetation management requirements before inspection season.
Best for properties with heavy overgrowth, multiple trees, and stumps where the goal is to reclaim the entire space.
When you want overgrown shrubs and brush removed but specific trees or plants kept in place - we work around what you want to save.
Clearing and grading prep for homeowners who are adding a patio, garden, shed, or driveway and need clean, level ground to start from.
Rohnert Park sits in Sonoma County - a region that has experienced some of California's most destructive wildfires, including the 2017 Tubbs Fire and the 2019 Kincade Fire. CAL FIRE designates much of the surrounding area as a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, which means homeowners here are legally required to maintain cleared defensible space around their homes. That is not just guidance - it is a state law with enforcement, and clearing overgrown vegetation is one of the most direct ways to reduce fire risk and keep your home in compliance. Many homeowners wait until they receive an inspection notice, but scheduling clearing in late winter or early spring - before the ground dries out and crews fill up - is a much less stressful approach.
We serve all of Rohnert Park as well as nearby areas including Sebastopol and Petaluma, so if your property crosses neighborhood or city boundaries, that is not a problem. We are also familiar with the clay-heavy soils that make Sonoma County clearing different from other parts of California - saturated clay in winter can tear up a lawn under heavy equipment if you are not careful about timing and approach.
Call or send a message describing the area - roughly how much needs to be cleared, what is on it, and what you plan to do with the space afterward. We respond within one business day and can often give a rough ballpark before the site visit.
A reputable land clearing contractor will not quote you firm pricing without seeing the property first. We look at vegetation density, access for equipment, and whether any trees are protected under local rules - then give you a written price with no surprises.
If any trees require a removal permit, we handle that paperwork before scheduling. We also arrange for underground utility lines to be marked - required by law before any digging or stump grinding begins. This step protects you from unexpected repair costs.
The crew works through the area systematically - cutting, chipping, and grinding. Most residential jobs finish in one to three days. We do a final walkthrough with you before we pack up so you can confirm every area is addressed.
Free on-site estimate. We handle permits and utility marking. Response within one business day.
(707) 231-4319CAL FIRE's defensible space requirements are specific to fire hazard severity zones, and Rohnert Park sits within one. We know what the inspectors look for and can clear your property to meet - and exceed - the standard so you pass without a callback.
CAL FIRE - Defensible SpaceWe walk your property before we quote you - not just take your measurements over the phone. The price you agree to is the price you pay. If we discover something during clearing that changes the scope, we stop and talk to you before proceeding.
Local tree ordinances in Rohnert Park and Sonoma County can be confusing. We check whether any trees on your property require a removal permit and handle that paperwork before work begins - protecting you from fines and delays.
We have worked on properties across Rohnert Park since 2016 and understand the clay soils, seasonal scheduling, and HOA considerations that affect land clearing jobs in this area. That local experience shows up in how we plan and execute every project.
The combination of local knowledge, transparent pricing, and permit handling means you get a cleared, usable property without the stress of managing the process yourself. Call us or send a message to get the conversation started.
When a tree comes down in a storm or poses an immediate hazard, we respond fast - day or night.
Learn MoreSafe, complete removal of individual trees - from cutting to stump - when one tree needs to come down.
Learn MoreCAL FIRE inspections ramp up in late spring - contact us now for a free estimate and get ahead of the rush.