How to prepare a terrain-clearance enquiry

An initial assessment does not require a completed technical design, but actual data is required. The more precisely the terrain is described, the more clearly it can be judged whether a survey is needed and what approach is applicable.

1. Exact location and boundaries

Send an address, coordinates or a shared point on a map. If the property is large or the work lot is only part of it, note the approximate boundaries. The cadastral number can help, but does not replace the work permit and on-site confirmation.

Specify where heavy equipment can enter and whether access is through someone else's property, a narrow road, a bridge, a gateway or a section with weight and gauge restrictions.

2. Pictures that show the task

General shots from several directions, close-ups of typical vegetation and photos of access are useful. Show slopes, rocks, fences, buildings, wires, ditches and other obstacles. The photo should describe the actual condition, not just the easiest part of the terrain.

3. Area, relief and vegetation

Specify an approximate area or length of the route. If there is a significant slope, wet areas, soft ground or large rocks, describe them. With woody vegetation, it is important to know whether shrubs, young self-grown trees, stumps or larger stems predominate.

You don't need to choose the machine yourself. The data serves to select between mulcher, excavator, bulldozer, crusher, transport or a combination of operations.

4. What should remain

Specify the trees, areas, fences and facilities to be preserved. In case of selective work, they must also be recognizable in the field itself. Also specify whether there are underground or above-ground networks, easements and protected areas.

5. What result do you expect

"To clear" can mean a variety of things: to make passable, to prepare for maintenance, to clear a construction site, or to shape the terrain for the next stage. Describe the future use and what should happen to the material.

• Can shredded plant material remain in place?
• Does the wood need to be separated, collected or hauled away?
• Is root treatment, excavation, profiling or reclamation required?
• Are there project elevations, deadlines, or subsequent contractors?

6. Ownership, Permissions and Restrictions

The client must have the right to contract the work. Forest areas, water bodies, roadside areas, protected areas and infrastructure routes may require approvals or permits. The review and offer do not replace these documents.

What follows after the inquiry

Send location, approximate area, current photographs, access and desired result through the contact form.

1. Viewing location, photos and description.
2. The missing data and the need for inspection are specified.
3. Applicable operations and task boundaries are defined.
4. A clear next step is prepared without promises before the actual evaluation.