Lot Clearing
in Winchester, MA
Complete lot clearing, brush removal, and land preparation for construction, landscaping, and property improvement. Serving Winchester and the Merrimack Valley.
What Does Lot Clearing
Look Like in Winchester?
We serve all Winchester neighborhoods including Winchester Center, Symmes Corner, Wedgemere, West Side and surrounding areas.
Common Lot Clearing
Projects in Winchester
Residential lot clearing for new construction
Brush and undergrowth removal
Overgrown property clearing
Construction site preparation
Fence line and boundary clearing
Trail and path clearing
Our Work in
Winchester
Winchester keeps us busy with technical removals. Last week we took down a 65-foot red oak on Church Street that was between two houses with barely 12 feet of clearance on each side — full rigging, every piece lowered by rope, three-man ground crew. Before that, we ground four stumps in Wedgemere for a homeowner redoing their landscaping. We pruned a row of mature sugar maples along the Town Common area for the DPW, and we did a storm cleanup near the Mystic Lakes where two large pines came down across a yard and into the neighbor's fence. Every job in Winchester is a puzzle, and we like puzzles.
How Much Does Lot Clearing
Cost in Winchester, MA?
Lot Clearing in Winchester, MA typically costs . McDonald Tree Service provides free estimates with guaranteed pricing — the estimate is the price you pay, with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
| Lot Size | Condition | Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter acre | Mostly brush | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Half acre | Mixed trees & brush | $4,000 – $8,000 |
| Full acre+ | Dense tree cover | $8,000 – $15,000+ |
How It
Works
01
Call Us
Call (978) 375-2272 and tell us what you need. We’ll ask a few questions and schedule a time to come look at it. No phone tag, no automated menus.
02
Free Estimate
We come to your Winchester property, look at the job, and give you an honest price on the spot. No pressure, no follow-up sales calls. Just a number.
03
We Do the Work
We show up on time, do the job right, and clean up when we’re done. Your property looks better when we leave than when we arrived.
Winchester
Permits
Winchester requires Tree Warden approval for removal of public shade trees under MGL Chapter 87. The town DPW manages the public tree program and coordinates with private tree companies. Work within 100 feet of the Mystic Lakes or associated wetlands requires Conservation Commission review. Contact the Winchester DPW for public tree inquiries.
Permit rules change. Confirm with your municipality. We can help — call (978) 375-2272.
Winchester
on the Map
Why Us
30+
Years in Business
24/7
Emergency Response
Specialists in tight-lot removals — Winchester's houses are close together and the trees are big
Technical rigging expertise for every removal where conventional felling isn't an option
Experience with properties bordering Mystic Lakes and the Middlesex Fells Reservation
Premium work for a premium town — clean cuts, clean sites, zero damage to neighboring properties
Lot Clearing in Winchester
Questions & Answers
How much does lot clearing cost?
Lot clearing costs depend on acreage, tree density, and what you need done. A small residential lot (quarter acre) with brush and small trees typically runs $1,500-$4,000. Larger lots with mature trees are $5,000-$15,000+. We give free estimates after walking the site.
What does lot clearing include?
We remove all trees, stumps, brush, and undergrowth down to bare soil. We can also grind stumps below grade if you're building. Debris is chipped on-site or hauled away. We leave the lot clean and ready for whatever comes next — construction, landscaping, or just an open yard.
Do I need a permit for lot clearing?
It depends on your town and the scope of work. Most Massachusetts towns require permits if you're clearing near wetlands, in a flood zone, or removing public shade trees. Some towns like Lexington have tree bylaws that apply to large-scale clearing. We handle the permit research and filing for every job.
What is the best time of year for lot clearing?
Late fall through early spring is ideal. The ground is firmer (especially after a freeze), there's less undergrowth to deal with, and you can see the full extent of what needs to come down without leaves in the way. But we clear lots year-round.
Ready to get
it done?
Call us for a free estimate on lot clearing in Winchester. We answer the phone, show up on time, and clean up when we leave.
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