Land Management

Land Clearing & Hardscaping
Done Right.

Professional land clearing, forestry mulching, retaining walls and grading across Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama. On the job in 1–3 weeks.

500+
Projects Completed
NWGA+ NE AL
Primary service region
★★★★★
5-Star Average
What We Do

Heavy Duty Land Solutions

Specialized in major property improvements across Northwest Georgia. No mowing, no fluff, just earth-moving results.

Retaining Walls & Hardscapes

Structural and aesthetic hardscaping. We build durable retaining walls, paver patios, and stone features that stand the test of time.

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Grading & Excavation

Proper drainage and site leveling. We solve water issues and prepare your land for foundations, driveways, or landscaping.

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Tree Removal

Safe and professional removal of hazardous or unwanted trees. Stump grinding and debris removal included.

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Tree Trimming & Pruning

Crown reduction, deadwood removal, structural pruning. Healthier trees, safer property, better curb appeal.

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500+
Properties transformed
2,500+
Acres cleared
16
NW Georgia cities served
5.0
Avg. customer rating
Service Area

Based in Rome, GA.
NW Georgia & NE Alabama focused.

Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama are home. From the Floyd County and Bartow County corridor on the GA side to Cherokee, DeKalb, and Etowah Counties in AL, this is the region we work every week. Larger projects across the broader Southeast are handled case by case.

NW Georgia NE Alabama + Southeast (select projects)
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Real Project Results

Before & After: See the Transformation

Five real-world project scenarios across Northwest Georgia, from forestry mulching and land clearing to drainage, retaining walls and tree removal. Same property. Same camera angle. Just the work.

01

Land Clearing & Forestry Mulching

Two acres of overgrown briars, kudzu and small trees on a Northwest Georgia property, transformed in a single visit with our forestry mulcher into a clean, mulched, ready-to-use lot.

Overgrown two-acre Northwest Georgia property choked with briars, kudzu and small trees before land clearing by Hickory Hill Landscaping & Land Management
Same Northwest Georgia property after land clearing and forestry mulching by Hickory Hill, with mature oaks preserved and the underbrush ground into nutrient-rich mulch covering the property
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02

Forestry Mulching: Wooded Lot Reclaimed

A one-acre wooded Georgia lot choked with privet and sweetgum saplings, transformed into a clean, walkable, park-like space with the mature pines and hardwoods left intact.

Wooded Georgia lot overgrown with privet, sweetgum saplings and brambles before forestry mulching
Same wooded Georgia lot after forestry mulching by Hickory Hill, mature trees preserved with a clean even mulch layer covering the forest floor
Before After Drag to compare
03

Retaining Wall: Eroded Slope Stabilized

A washed-out residential clay slope in suburban Northwest Georgia, replaced with a tiered segmental block retaining wall, French drain and finished landscaping that keeps the soil where it belongs.

Eroded residential clay slope in Northwest Georgia with exposed roots and failing erosion bags before retaining wall installation
Same residential slope after Hickory Hill installed a tiered segmental block retaining wall with French drain, capped block and fresh landscaping
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04

Drainage & Grading: Backyard Flooding Solved

A residential backyard that flooded after every storm, regraded with proper slope away from the foundation, a river-rock dry creek bed and a buried downspout drain to a pop-up emitter.

Residential Northwest Georgia backyard flooded with standing water after a heavy rain, soggy lawn and downspout dumping water near the foundation
Same backyard after Hickory Hill regraded the lawn, installed a river-rock dry creek bed and buried the downspout drain to a pop-up emitter
Before After Drag to compare
05

Tree Removal: Hazard Tree Cleared Safely

A dead hardwood leaning over a Georgia ranch home, removed safely with stump grinding, debris cleanup and grass seed restoration so the homeowner can sleep easy in the next storm.

Dead hardwood tree with hanging dead limbs leaning over a Georgia ranch home before professional tree removal
Same Georgia ranch home after Hickory Hill safely removed the dead hardwood, ground the stump and reseeded the lawn
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Service Areas

Landscaping & Land Management Across Northwest Georgia

Dedicated city pages with local pricing, project examples and answers to common questions in your area.

Frequently Asked

Land Clearing & Landscaping Questions, Answered

Quick answers about pricing, scheduling, services and our coverage area across Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama.

What areas does Hickory Hill Landscaping & Land Management serve?

Hickory Hill is based in Rome, Georgia. Our primary service area is Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama — including Rome, Calhoun, Cartersville, Cedartown, Acworth, Kennesaw, Dallas, Rockmart, Summerville and the surrounding NWGA towns on the Georgia side, plus Centre, Cedar Bluff, Fort Payne, Gadsden and Piedmont on the Alabama side. We also handle select larger projects across the broader Southeast — Tennessee, the Carolinas, and North Florida — when the scope justifies the travel.

How much does land clearing cost in Rome, GA?

Land clearing in Rome, GA typically ranges from $1,500 to $4,500 per acre depending on tree density, terrain, debris removal needs and access. Forestry mulching, where the underbrush and small trees are ground in place into nutrient-rich mulch, is usually the most cost-effective option. We provide free on-site quotes for every project across Northwest Georgia.

What is forestry mulching and why use it?

Forestry mulching uses a heavy-duty mulcher attachment to grind underbrush, small trees and overgrowth in place, leaving behind a nutrient-rich layer of mulch. It is faster, cleaner and more environmentally friendly than traditional clearing because there are no burn piles, no hauling fees and the mulch protects the soil from erosion. It is ideal for property reclamation, pasture restoration and trail clearing.

Do you build retaining walls in Northwest Georgia?

Yes. We build structural and decorative retaining walls throughout Rome, Cartersville, Calhoun, Cedartown and the surrounding Northwest Georgia counties using engineered block, natural stone and timber. Every wall is engineered for proper drainage and long-term stability on Southern soil.

Can you help with drainage and water issues on my property?

Yes. Drainage and grading are core specialties. We solve standing water, erosion, foundation runoff and pasture flooding problems with French drains, swales, regrading and proper site leveling. Most drainage projects in Northwest Georgia can be scoped during a free site visit.

How quickly can you start a land clearing or grading project?

Most residential land clearing and grading projects in the Rome and Cartersville area can start within 1 to 3 weeks of an accepted quote, weather permitting. Larger commercial site preparation work is scheduled around the project timeline. Call (762) 238-LAND for current scheduling.

Do you do commercial site preparation?

Yes. We handle commercial site preparation throughout Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama — land clearing for new construction, grading for foundations, parking and access roads, drainage systems, and ongoing maintenance. We also travel for larger commercial work across the broader Southeast. We work with general contractors, developers and property owners.

Ready to clear, build, or transform?

Free on-site quotes across Northwest Georgia. Most projects start within 1–3 weeks.