Graham Land Services is based right here in Anderson, Texas. Since 2010, we’ve helped landowners, ranchers, and builders transform raw acreage into functional, build-ready sites—from selective clearing and house pads to cattle ponds, ranch roads, and final grade. Our operators run top-tier equipment, plan drainage first, and finish tidy so the next trade can roll in without rework. We know local soils and weather patterns, and we sequence work to save time and money across phases.

Why Choose a Local Anderson Crew

• Home-base advantage – Faster site visits, clearer communication, and scheduling that matches local needs. We’re nearby if you want to walk the property mid-project or adjust scope.
• Drainage-smart planning – We set elevations, slopes, and culverts to handle East Texas rain cycles and protect your improvements long term.
• Selective clearing – We remove hazards and invasives while preserving healthy, non-invasive trees for shade, privacy, and aesthetics.
• Clean handoff – You get a site that’s safe, organized, and ready for builders, fence crews, or pasture use—no piles left behind.

Core Services We Provide in Anderson

• Ponds & Lakes – Site selection, soil testing, excavation; clay liners compacted in lifts, dam/keyway construction, and laser-set spillways/overflows.
• Land Clearing & Grubbing – Boundary marking, targeted tree/brush removal, stump/root grubbing, debris haul-off or controlled burn (where allowed).
• Underbrushing & Forestry Mulching – Open sightlines and access with minimal ground disturbance; mulch layer helps with surface stability.
• House & Barn Pads – Compacted pads built to elevation and spec—foundation-ready and graded to shed water.
• Driveways, Parking Lots & Culverts – Access that drains correctly and stands up to traffic; bases compacted in lifts, culverts sized for local flows.
• Rough & Final Grade – Set slopes right, then finish smooth for sod, seed, or immediate use.
• Excavation & Demolition – Trenching, removals, safe tear-downs with debris management.
• On-Site Planning & Consulting – Walk-throughs, phasing, and cost-smart scopes tailored to your long-term plan.

Ponds & Lakes—Built to Hold in Texas Conditions

A beautiful pond or reliable stock tank starts with the right site, soils, and compaction. We evaluate watershed, test the soil profile, build a 2:1 dam slope with a 10–12 ft crest for safe access, install a clay keyway to block seepage, and compact ~1-ft clay liners so water stays where it belongs. For fishing lakes, we set depths by acreage and species and add habitat (brush piles, upturned stumps, ledges) to support forage and game fish. We also stabilize disturbed areas with seed or hydromulch to control erosion as the pond fills.

How Our Land Clearing Works

• Walk-through & mark-up – Goals, boundaries, keep/remove trees, utilities, and access routes.
• Cut, pile, and grub – Remove understory and target trees; root-rake to eliminate regrowth.
• Rough grade & drainage – Shape water flow to reduce erosion and prep for pads, roads, or pasture.
• Debris strategy – Haul-off or controlled burns (if permitted), planned with wind and safety in mind.
• Clean handoff – A tidy, usable site ready for your next phase—or we can continue to pads, drives, or pond work.

Project Timeline at a Glance

• Step 1: Discovery call (15–20 min). Share goals, acreage, address/pin, photos, and desired timeline.
• Step 2: On-site walk-through. Verify soils, slopes, utilities, and tree strategy; align phases and budget.
• Step 3: Itemized estimate. Transparent pricing based on billable machine hours + transport (and disposal if needed).
• Step 4: Mobilization & execution. The right iron and attachments for efficient production with controlled ground impact.
• Step 5: Finish & handoff. Drainage set, debris handled, and a clean site ready for builders or pasture use—plus next-step recommendations.

What to Have Ready for a Fast Quote

• Scope: Clearing, pads, pond, driveway/culvert, grading, demo (pick all that apply).
• Acreage & map: Address/pin, a rough sketch or marking of the work area, and any known utilities.
• Photos/video: Overviews plus close-ups of dense areas, slopes, and access gates.
• Targets & constraints: Desired finish (pasture, homesite, arena), budget range, and timing windows.

Equipment We Run in Anderson

• Dozers with rakes & blades for cut/fill and root raking
• Excavators for trees, ponds, and culverts
• Skid steers with mulchers, buckets, and grading attachments
• Sheepsfoot & smooth drum compactors for pads and pond liners
• Haul trucks & support equipment for debris management and material import/export

Transparent, Local Pricing

Every property is different (species, density, terrain, disposal rules). After a quick call and on-site visit, we provide a clear, itemized estimate based on billable machine hours + transport. We’ll also flag money-saving sequencing across phases (for example, aligning clearing with pad and driveway locations to avoid rework).

Build on Solid Ground—Start with a Smarter Site Plan

Tell us what you want to accomplish—clear a homesite, add a dependable pond, cut a ranch road, or all of the above—and we’ll walk the property with you, check soils and drainage, and map a clear, cost-smart sequence that avoids rework. You’ll get a clean, itemized estimate, realistic timeline, and straight talk on options (including our ½-acre pond special and financing on approved credit).

We serve a ~70-mile radius from Anderson, TX and consider larger, multi-phase ranch projects beyond that. Have a busy schedule? We can coordinate access and updates around your availability. Call (936) 203-6910 to get on the calendar, or tap Get an Estimate to upload a pin, a few photos, and your target dates—then leave the dirt work to us.