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Whether you're prepping for new construction, reclaiming your backyard, or dealing with invasive brush like blackberry and ivy, Sound Tree Care delivers expert land clearing services across the Puget Sound region. Our team handles everything from small residential brush removal to full-scale lot clearing with heavy equipment. We prioritize safety, environmental protection, and local permitting compliance—so you can move forward with confidence.
Land clearing and brush removal require more than heavy equipment—they require careful planning, arborist oversight, and compliance with local regulations. When performed improperly, land clearing can damage retained trees, destabilize soils, violate environmental protections, or create long-term site issues. When done correctly, it prepares land safely and responsibly for its intended use.
This page is written and reviewed by ISA Certified Arborists with hands-on experience performing land clearing throughout Washington State. Our team regularly works on projects that involve selective tree removal, invasive vegetation control, and site preparation—often within environmentally sensitive, permit-regulated, or development-adjacent areas.
We specialize in arborist-guided land clearing that balances efficiency with environmental responsibility, ensuring that clearing work supports long-term site goals without unnecessary disturbance or regulatory risk.
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When evaluating land for clearing, our arborists document and assess:
Professional land clearing is not about removing everything as quickly as possible—it’s about making defensible, intentional decisions that protect the site, surrounding properties, and future plans. Our recommendations are grounded in arboricultural science, ISA Best Management Practices, and real-world experience navigating municipal codes, ECAs, and permit-regulated environments.
While this page does not provide legal advice, it reflects established arboricultural standards and the practical considerations property owners, developers, and land managers encounter when preparing land safely and responsibly.
Land Clearing & Brush Removal Done Right
At Sound Tree Care, we specialize in professional land clearing for residential and commercial properties throughout the Seattle metro area. Whether you're preparing for construction, reclaiming an overgrown lot, or removing invasive species, our team has the tools and experience to do it safely and efficiently.
We remove dense brush, small trees, stumps, blackberries, ivy, and anything else standing in the way of your next project. Our equipment includes forestry mulchers, brush cutters, and excavators to ensure we can tackle everything from light brush clearing to heavy-duty land clearing jobs.
We tailor every job to your land’s specific needs—no shortcuts, no mess left behind. Just clean, usable space and a team you can trust.
Remove Invasive Plants Without the Headache
Preparing for a new build? We provide thorough lot clearing services, including the removal of trees, brush, stumps, and debris, ensuring your site is ready for construction.
Clearing Land the Legal & Sustainable Way
In many areas of King County and greater Seattle, land clearing requires permits—especially in steep slopes, wetlands, and Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs). At Sound Tree Care, we help you navigate the red tape so your project stays compliant from day one.
We’re experienced with shoreline setbacks, tree retention codes, wetland buffers, and municipal tree ordinances. Whether you're working in Burien, Bellevue, Seattle, or unincorporated King County, we know how to handle your clearing project in accordance with local regulations.
Need help with a permit application or arborist documentation? We provide professional arborist services including tree risk assessments and code-compliant reports to support your project from planning to completion. We work directly with homeowners, contractors, and city staff to streamline approvals and protect both your property and the environment.
Create Defensible Space. Protect What Matters.
Wildfire risk is increasing across Washington, even in urban and suburban neighborhoods. Brush buildup, overgrown vegetation, and dense trees near structures can all act as fuel during fire season. At Sound Tree Care, we provide expert brush removal and land clearing services designed to reduce fire hazards and create safe, defensible space around your home or property.
We follow best practices from NFPA guidelines and local fire districts to help protect homes and lives—without sacrificing your landscape. Learn more about defensible space strategies in our Wildfire Defensible Space Guide.
Unmaintained fields can quickly become overgrown with weeds and brush. Our field mowing services help reclaim pastures and large properties, improving land usability and aesthetics.
We work with property owners, developers, and municipalities to clear land for roads, utility lines, and other infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
This video highlights our step-by-step process—from initial site assessment to debris removal—and showcases the heavy equipment and safety practices we use to clear land efficiently and responsibly. Whether you’re prepping for new construction or reclaiming overgrown space, this is what expert brush clearing looks like.
Local expertise. Professional execution. Honest results.
At Sound Tree Care, we’re not just a crew with big equipment—we’re certified arborists, qualified risk assessors, and environmental stewards. Our team delivers land clearing and brush removal with precision, safety, and deep knowledge of local tree codes and critical area regulations.
Here’s what sets us apart:
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ISA Certified Arborists & Qualified Tree Risk Assessors
We don’t just cut—we assess, plan, and execute with care.
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Permitting Help & Code Compliance
We know the rules in Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, and beyond—and we’ll help you follow them.
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Specialized Equipment for Any Terrain
Forestry mulchers, brush cutters, excavators—we bring the right tools for your land and your goals.
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Invasive Species Removal Pros
From Himalayan blackberry to ivy-choked slopes, we know how to get it gone and keep it gone.
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Eco-Conscious Practices
We mulch onsite when possible, minimize erosion, and work around native trees you want to keep.
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Locally Owned & Operated
We live here. We work here. And we’re proud to clear the way for what’s next on your land.
Sound Tree Care LLC proudly offers professional land clearing and brush removal services across Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and surrounding areas in King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties. Whether you're managing a dense lot in the city or clearing acreage in rural Sammamish, our team is equipped for both residential and commercial land clearing projects of all sizes.
Green Lake
Northgate
Maple Leaf
Wedgewood
Lake City
Roosevelt
Haller Lake
Broadview
Licton Springs
Capitol Hill
Madison Valley
Madrona
Central District
First Hill
Montlake
Eastlake
Yesler Terrace
Ballard
Old Ballard
Loyal Heights
Sunset Hill
Crown Hill
Phinney Ridge
Greenwood
Blue Ridge
North Beach
Beacon Hill
Rainier Valley
Rainier Beach
Seward Park
Columbia City
Mount Baker
New Holly
Queen Anne
Belltown
South Lake Union
Pioneer Square
Denny Triangle
International District
In addition to Seattle, Sound Tree Care proudly provides professional land clearing and brush removal services throughout the greater Puget Sound region. From the Eastside foothills to the South Sound and surrounding island communities, we clear land safely and efficiently—always with a deep understanding of each area’s terrain, vegetation, and permitting requirements. Whether you're prepping a build site, reclaiming overgrown acreage, or managing invasive brush, we’re ready to help. Explore the list below to see if we serve your neighborhood.
Stay informed with expert insights on professional land clearing services, brush removal techniques, and site preparation tips for new construction. Our blog covers everything from eco-friendly vegetation removal to wildfire defensible space strategies and permit requirements for land clearing in Seattle.
Explore how Sound Tree Care can help you clear your property safely, legally, and with minimal environmental impact—while enhancing the health and usability of your land.
We’ve answered some of the most common questions about permitting, cost, timelines, and our process—so you can move forward with confidence. If you still have questions, just reach out and we’ll be happy to help.
In many areas—especially those with steep slopes, wetlands, or Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs)—permits are required for land clearing or brush removal. Our team can help assess your site and provide arborist documentation to support your permit application.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
Pricing depends on the size of the area, vegetation density, slope, and access. Residential brush clearing typically starts at $1,500+, while larger or equipment-heavy jobs may range $3,000–$10,000+. We’re happy to provide a free, detailed estimate.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
Yes! We specialize in blackberry, ivy, bamboo, and other invasive species removal. Our process includes root removal and suppression strategies to reduce regrowth.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
We use forestry mulchers, excavators, brush cutters, and hand tools—choosing the safest, most effective method for your land and goals. Mulching is ideal for environmentally friendly brush clearing with minimal ground disturbance.
Absolutely. We clear brush and small trees around structures to reduce fire risk and follow NFPA and Firewise best practices. Learn more in our Wildfire Defensible Space Guide.
Most residential brush clearing projects can be completed in 1–2 days. Larger or more complex sites may take several days to a week, especially if tree removal, grading, or permitting is involved. We’ll provide a clear timeline in your estimate.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
Yes. We regularly work on steep slopes and hillside properties, including within Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs). Our team uses specialized equipment and erosion control methods to keep your site stable and compliant.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
That’s up to you. We offer both options. Some clients choose forestry mulching to leave nutrient-rich mulch onsite. Others prefer full removal of material. We’ll discuss debris handling as part of your estimate.
Definitely. As ISA Certified Arborists, we prioritize tree preservation. We’ll identify trees worth saving, protect their critical root zones, and clear around them safely—whether it’s a mature fir or a small fruit tree.
Whether you're prepping for a build, tackling invasive brush, or creating defensible space against wildfire, Sound Tree Care is your trusted partner in professional land and brush clearing. With ISA Certified Arborists, heavy equipment, and deep knowledge of local codes, we make the process easy—from site visit to final cleanup.
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