Looking for a land clearing contractor in Long Branch, NJ? Describe your project once and up to three land clearing contractors who work in Long Branch and Monmouth County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Long Branch is home to about 33,214 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+4.9% since 2020). With 6,482 people per sq mi, it is a densely built-up area. New homes on wooded lots, pasture recovery and wildfire defensible space are the usual clearing jobs here.
Long Branch at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 33,214 (+4.9% since 2020)
- Rank in New Jersey
- 26th of 323 cities and towns
- Land area
- 5.1 sq mi
- Population density
- 6,482 people per sq mi (densely built-up)
- Type
- City (Long Branch city)
- Main county
- Monmouth County
What to check before hiring in Long Branch
- Rules: in New Jersey, check county rules on tree removal, grading, burning and wetlands before clearing.
- Stormwater: clearing an acre or more for construction generally needs stormwater permit coverage.
- Debris: ask whether debris is mulched, hauled or burned, and who gets the permits.
- Price drivers: acreage, tree size, terrain, stumps and debris handling.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Long Branch
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Lot clearing for construction
Clearing trees, stumps and brush for a building pad, driveway and utilities.
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Forestry mulching and brush clearing
Mulching brush and small trees in place for pasture, trails or defensible space.
Frequently asked questions in Long Branch
How much does land clearing cost in Long Branch, NJ?
It depends on acreage, vegetation, terrain and debris handling. Describe your land: contractors who serve Long Branch reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A small lot can be cleared in a day or two; large wooded tracts take longer.
Should stumps be removed?
Under buildings and driveways, yes; elsewhere they can often be ground or left.
Which land clearing contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent land clearing contractors who serve Long Branch and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.