Making the Cut

Land Clearing, Stump Grinding & Driveway Installation Services for Central Iowa

Making the Cut provides comprehensive woodland and land maintenance services to transform your property. As a veteran-owned business, we are proud to serve our communities with a diligent work ethic and customer-oriented approach. Our services extend to rural communities around the Des Moines metro and southeast neighborhoods. We specialize in solutions using professional-grade land-clearing equipment for common problems that rural Iowans face, including invasive species removal, driveway installation or regraveling, and stump grinding for residential communities.

Whether you’re looking for cutting services and field mowing or trail maintenance and general land management, we are here to help. Explore our services to get started.

Land Management Services

We are proud to offer specialized services for all areas of land management on acreages, farms, and other woodland properties around Des Moines and Central Iowa. Our powerful commercial equipment takes care of large-scale brush clearing and excavation so you don’t need to worry about rentals or attempting large projects on your own.

We work to achieve your goals for the long-term maintenance, look, and health of your land. Reach out to us today to start the process and share your project needs.

Brush Clearing

Clean up your property with our professional brush clearing service. Using skid loaders and Bobcats, we have the tools to make your project simple and effective. We will develop a plan based on your property and landscaping needs, whether your property consists of farm land or is a residential acreage.

Invasive Species Removal

Honeysuckle and thistle are two common invasive species for Central Iowa property owners, and when you partner with us for woodland maintenance, we’ll develop a plan to eliminate them for good. We are skilled at balancing weed removal and control with overall ecological health.

Field Mowing and Cutting

Tackle overgrown bushes and brush with our field mowing and cutting services. We restore and maintain your land with specialized equipment designed for efficiently removing and reducing overgrown vegetation. Whether your goal is to create trails or rework an existing plot, our team will focus on targeted areas to create a safe, open space.

Trail Maintenance

Trail maintenance is a common request for acreages and farmland across Central Iowa. Partner with us to develop comprehensive plans for long-term maintenance including debris removal, vegetation management, and mowing to create safe and sustainable trails.

Stump Grinding

Popular among residential areas in Des Moines and surrounding communities, our stump grinding service efficiently removes tree stumps to ensure property safety and pest prevention. Our equipment provides a cost-effective process for clearing stumps by grinding them into mulch and preventing new growth.

Driveway Installation & Regraveling

We can install a new driveway for your acreage or help with graveling your existing driveway. Weather in Central Iowa can cause gravel to erode and make your driveway uneven, but our professional equipment is built for restructuring and adding new gravel. We get the job done right and fast so your driveway is effective.

Bobcat loader with Brushcat rotary cutter attachment

About Our Services

Making the Cut is a veteran-owned company proud to serve communities around Des Moines, Pella, and Indianola with dedicated land management services. We are committed to hard work, efficient processes, and reliable, trustworthy communication. We bring specialized, professional-grade equipment to each project so you can trust you’re getting the best resources for your needs. We work with you to develop customized plans that include strategies for each concern and guidance for long-term maintenance.

With Making the Cut, your property is in good hands. Give us a call today to begin discussing your project.