Site Clearance Shropshire

Site clearance is the process of preparing land so it is ready for construction, development, or other use. It involves the removal of all unwanted material from a site, including vegetation, trees, scrub, rubble, and contaminated ground, leaving a clean, safe, and accessible plot. At Active Site Clearance, we manage every aspect of this process, so you have one experienced contractor from start to finish.

Our site clearance services cover a wide range of works, including vegetation and scrub clearance, tree and woodland clearance, tree stump removal, demolition of existing structures, invasive weed treatment (including Japanese Knotweed and Giant Hogweed), contaminated land testing and remediation, and the removal of hazardous, liquid, and general waste materials.

The cost depends on the size and access of the site, the type and volume of vegetation, trees or structures to be removed, whether contamination or invasive weeds are present, and how much waste has to be taken off site. After we have discussed your project, and visited the site where needed, we provide a detailed fee proposal so you know what is included before work begins.

A small plot can be cleared in a matter of days, while a large or complex site may take several weeks. Timescales depend on the size of the site, ground conditions, access, and whether ecological surveys, tree protection or waste testing need to happen first. We agree a programme with you at quote stage so the clearance fits around your construction or development schedule.

Yes. Vegetation clearance is part of our site clearance service in Shropshire, covering scrub, brambles, overgrown grass, hedges and self-seeded trees. We can combine it with tree and land clearance, and we provide a prompt fee proposal once we know your site details. See our vegetation clearance page for more.

We clear brownfield and greenfield development sites, town and industrial sites, rural and agricultural land, and privately owned land across Shropshire, including Shrewsbury, Telford, Oswestry, Bridgnorth and Market Drayton. Whether it is a small plot or a large multi-hectare site, we have the equipment and experience to deliver.

We work with a broad range of clients, including property developers, main contractors, civil engineering companies, consultants, architects, local authorities, landowners, and utilities companies. We are equally comfortable working directly for private clients or as part of a larger project supply chain.

Yes. Invasive weeds such as Japanese Knotweed and Giant Hogweed require specialist treatment and cannot simply be cut back or buried. We provide compliant treatment and removal programmes, including the production of a Knotweed Management Plan where required by lenders or planning authorities. All waste is disposed of in accordance with current legislation.

Yes. Where contamination is identified, we can arrange land testing and surveying before works start, then carry out on-site remediation to make the land safe. You can read more about our contaminated land and contaminated land testing services.

We aim to handle all material as sustainably as possible. Vegetation and timber can be chipped on-site and used as a mulch or incorporated into topsoil. Larger timber arising from tree clearance can be transported for use as biomass fuel. All waste streams are managed in accordance with current waste legislation, and we can provide appropriate documentation and waste transfer notes.

It depends on the site. Protected trees, including those in conservation areas or covered by a Tree Preservation Order, may need consent from Shropshire Council, Telford & Wrekin Council or the relevant local council before they are removed. An ecological survey may be needed if the site could support protected species, and certain waste materials need a licensed carrier. We can advise on what your particular site needs.

Yes. Our operatives hold the relevant CSCS cards for the work they carry out, and our arboricultural team are qualified and experienced in tree surgery and clearance. We hold full public liability insurance and the waste carrier licences required for our work.

We cover Shropshire, working from our base in Leyland, Lancashire. We also carry out site clearance in Staffordshire, Cheshire, Stoke, the West Midlands and Birmingham. If your site is elsewhere, please get in touch.

Yes. We are happy to visit a site, assess the scope of work, and advise on the most practical and cost-effective approach to clearance. We can also continue to offer consultancy support after the clearance is complete, particularly where ongoing land management or remediation monitoring is required.

Simply get in touch via the contact form or call us on 01257 462252. We will discuss your requirements, arrange a site visit where needed, and provide a detailed fee proposal tailored to your project.