Looking for a land clearing contractor in Winston-Salem, NC? Describe your project once and up to three land clearing contractors who work in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Winston-Salem is home to about 255,769 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.5% since 2020). With 1,913 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. New homes on wooded lots, pasture recovery and wildfire defensible space are the usual clearing jobs here.
Winston-Salem at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 255,769 (+2.5% since 2020)
- Rank in North Carolina
- 5th of 549 cities and towns
- Land area
- 134 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,913 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Winston-Salem city)
- Main county
- Forsyth County
What to check before hiring in Winston-Salem
- Rules: in North Carolina, 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 Winston-Salem
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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 Winston-Salem
How much does land clearing cost in Winston-Salem, NC?
It depends on acreage, vegetation, terrain and debris handling. Describe your land: contractors who serve Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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.