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Based in Almonte, Ontario, we proudly serve Ottawa and the surrounding communities, including Kanata, Carp, Stittsville, Manotick, Carleton Place, Dunrobin, Kinburn, and Richmond.​

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After doing some research online, I was brought to Alan and Shade Group with a project to extent our backyard and clean up a ton of brush, deadfall and unhealthy trees. Alan was an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish! Project was priced right, started and finished on time and without delays.

I would highly recommend Alan and the team at Shade Group! You will not be disappointed!

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Land and Lot Clearing Services in Ottawa and Surrounding

We specialize in transforming land into level, useable land

Do you have a large piece of residential or commercial property that requires extensive excavation and sitework before it can be developed? From lot clearing and tree removal to grading and the installation of all basic services and even your buildings foundation, we can help!

Land Clearing - When Might you Need it?

Land clearing is an important part of the land development process. Whether you’re looking to build a new home, install a new driveway, or build a horse pasture, if there are trees and shrubs in the way, chances are they’ll need to be removed.

Stages of Land Clearing

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Tree Removal / Tree Cutting

Most land clearing projects start with removal of the trees. Depending on the density of the trees and size of the trees and how close to existing structures they are; this can either be done by hand (with chainsaws, tree climbers, etc.) or with heavy machinery.
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Stump Removal

Depending on the intended end use, you may or may not need to have the stumps removed as part of your project. If you’re putting in a new driveway or building a horse pasture, removal of the stumps is recommended to avoid unevening settlings over time, as the stumps breakdown. If you’re looking to turn the area into a garden or new lawn, stump removal is not generally needed.
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Finish Grading

The third stage of your land clearing project may involve bringing in fill material to level out uneven areas and grading out the area to create a smooth, finished surface. Depending on the site conditions, finish grading may be sufficient, particularly if the soils are good. For more on finish grading services, please check out our finish grading page.
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Topsoil & Grass

If the intended finished product is to have a smooth lawn, the final stage of a land clearing project may involve importing fresh, nutrient rich topsoil that is then finished with seed.

Lot Clearing & Land Development Services in Ottawa and Surrounding

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Why Choose Shade Group for Your Lot and Land Clearing Project?

When you choose Shade Group for your lot and land clearing project you are partnering with a local business that has been serving the Ottawa area for many years. You can count on your project being completed on time, on budget and with a level of workmanship and attention to detail you won’t find with other contractors.

We’ll maintain a safe working environment and we’ll protect your property from any damage while using our machines, the end result is to meet all of your excavation and landscaping goals. Our business has continued to grow through word-of-mouth from our many happy customers who refer us to friends and family. It’s through our continued commitment to quality and customer satisfaction that we are able to continue doing what we do best!

We believe in providing great service, superb communication and value with every project we complete!

If you’d like an estimate for your project please fill out our contact form and we’ll get right back to you. We strive to respond within 24-48 hours – so if you haven’t heard from us – check your junk mail filter!

Frequently Asked Questions

Conducting a site assessment is the first step in the land clearing process to determine the scope of work. That means deciding how much to clear, and to what extent. Whether that means clearing the area of trees, shrubs, rocks, and other impediments to prepare the area for construction or landscaping. Our professional crews use modern land clearing equipment to work safely, precisely, and efficiently on-site.

Yes, we are residential and commercial land clearing experts. We provide customized residential and commercial land clearing services in Ottawa and the valley to property owners who are planning to build, landscape, or upgrade their property. If you are searching online for ” lot clearing services near me” or “land clearing services near me”, we are a local company with a reputation for quality work and excellent customer service in the Ottawa area.

Absolutely. We possess the skills and equipment to take care of commercial land clearing on behalf of developers, construction companies, and property managers. Regardless of the property size, we will do the job safely and on time.

When selecting a land clearing contractor, experience, local knowledge, and a history of satisfied customers are important factors to consider. We have been serving Ottawa and the valley for over 10 years, with a commitment to quality, professionalism, and honest communication.

The cost of lot clearing is charged according to the size of the lot, the nature of the vegetation, terrain, and accessibility to the site. If you are worried about the expenses, we offer affordable land clearing quotes to ensure you have a clear picture without any surprises. Get your free estimate now.

Depending on the conditions of the job site, we utilize specialized land and lot clearing equipment. We have excavators, tracked loaders and dozers equipped with forestry mulchers, brush cutters, tree shears, flail mowers, root rakes, and other heavy-duty equipment that enable us to clear even the most difficult terrain in an efficient manner.

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Great communication and customer service, with an experienced, qualified and well equipped team. We've been filling our own holes with gravel for years, but after working with the Shade Group, our gravel driveway has never looked or felt better! I highly recommend the Shade Group for any business who needs the services they offer. A great investment!
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Olga Ijewliw
54 days ago
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Did a very precise job in a tight urban yard replacing dirt and weeds with new gravel driveway. Cleared away debris exactly along patio edge without disturbing a single brick. Impressive.
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Pam McTiernan
80 days ago
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Did a great job fixing landscaping and driveway issues completed by a previous company, so happy with the result after 2 years of looking at a mess.
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Helen Larson
350 days ago
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We are delighted with the work of the Shade Group and would highly recommend them! We had arranged for them to gravel our driveway and it was done professionally, efficiently and at the time and fair price promised.
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RJ
455 days ago
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Excellent work by the Shade Group! Very pleased with the outcome. Reasonably priced, professional results and great folks to deal with! They take pride in their work and it shows!
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Ken Ellacott
500 days ago
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I am very happy with the work. Please extend my appreciation to the equipment operator for a beautiful job. The end result is neat, the edges are clean, and it feels extremely solid. My yard looks 1000% better, so thank you to all. I will certainly come to you for any future landscaping needs.
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Bill Stilwell
743 days ago
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We hired Shade Group Inc. to replace our driveway culvert over the City ditch. We made our request through their website which was straightforward and easy to use and they replied promptly. After sending them photos as requested, they came back with an estimate of the work and cost which were clear and complete as to what they would do and not do. The estimated cost was reasonable. The work was completed quickly and efficiently, with no surprises. They left the finished driveway clean. We are very happy with the result and would recommend them.
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Nancy Williamson
792 days ago
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Awesome team. Worked with me to understand my needs and budget. Excellent work ethic, very efficient and professional. Would highly recommend.
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Theo de Vries
807 days ago
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They did a great job on the Armour Stone for our culvert. Great communication and fair price. Highly recommend!
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Bruno Di Lenardo
880 days ago
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The service from the Shade Group was very professional. Alan Shade always responded to correspondence, showed up when specified, was well equipped, carried out the delicate retaining wall work with precision and left a clean site. Would recommend the Shade Group to everyone.

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Shade Group Inc. Is a locally owned and operated outdoor construction, and engineering company based out of Ottawa, ON. We specialize in excavation, grading, armour stone retaining walls, trenching, Grading and drainage Plans, and more. We serve Ottawa and surrounding areas.

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Our Location

4625 March Road, Almonte, Ontario, K0A 1A0

Phone

343-262-4769

Email

sales@shadegroup.ca

Hours

Mon - Fri: 8AM - 5PM