Expert Site Preparation Services for Your Property
Transforming your land with precision and care, Russell Thompson Company specializes in innovative solutions to bring your vision to life. We offer a full suite of services, including land clearing, grading, trenching, and site preparation, using state-of-the-art equipment like bobcats, excavators, and skid steers. Whether you’re a homeowner planning a backyard project or a contractor managing large developments, we have the experience to serve projects of any scale. Our local expertise, commitment to personalized service, and track record for reliability set us apart. By working with us, you can expect jobs completed on time, on budget, and with results that boost your property’s value and give you peace of mind.
Shaping Your Land for a Better Tomorrow
At The Russell Thompson Company, land management isn’t just a job—it’s what we do best. We bring years of hands-on expertise to every project, reshaping landscapes with care and a sharp eye for detail. Our team stands by its word, prioritizing quality, safety, and your satisfaction every step of the way.
Professional Land Grading and Site Preparation Solutions
We handle every aspect of site preparation, clearing the way for your project with precision and care. From tree and brush removal to grading, excavation, demolition, debris hauling, and retaining walls, our team manages it all for both residential and commercial properties. We’re committed to making your land ready for anything—delivering reliable service and personal attention every step of the way.
Land Clearing
Land clearing is the process of removing trees, shrubs, stumps, and other vegetation from a piece of land to prepare it for construction, development, or agriculture.
Forestry Mulching
Forestry mulching is a land clearing technique that uses a specialized machine to grind vegetation into a layer of mulch. This method efficiently removes unwanted trees, brush, and other vegetation, leaving behind a natural ground cover that benefits the soil and suppresses weeds.
Grading Services
Land grading is the process of reshaping the surface of land to create a desired slope or level. It involves moving or adding soil to achieve a specific elevation and contour, often to improve drainage, enhance aesthetics, or create a stable base for structures.
Detention vs. Retention
Detention and retention ponds both manage stormwater, but with different goals. Retention ponds are designed to hold water continuously, often serving as wildlife habitats or water quality treatment. Detention ponds, on the other hand, are designed to hold water temporarily, releasing it gradually to prevent flooding.
Retaining Walls
A retaining wall is designed to hold in place a mass of earth or the like, such as the edge of a terrace or excavation. The structure is constructed to resist the lateral pressure of soil when there is a desired change in ground elevation that exceeds the angle of repose of the soil.