Land Clearing & Grading in Chester
Capece Land Solutions is an owner-operated crew led by Ty Capece — a career firefighter with a lifelong love of the outdoors — serving Chester and the surrounding Richmond-area counties. We clear it, grade it, and get your property ready to build on, whether that's a new home site, a driveway, or a drainage fix that's been bothering you for years. Reach out for a free, in-person estimate.
We Clear It. We Grade It. You Build On It.
Chester properties come with wooded lots, long gravel drives, and low spots that hold water after a good rain. We handle the full range — from clearing overgrown acreage and grading a building pad to fixing drainage and keeping your gravel driveway smooth year-round. Ty is on-site for every estimate and every job, so what you're quoted is what you get.
Why Choose Capece Land Solutions?
- ✔ Owner-Operated — Ty Capece Runs Every Job
- ✔ Free, In-Person Estimates
- ✔ Career Firefighter's Attention to Safety & Detail
- ✔ Modern Equipment for Fast, Clean Results
- ✔ Honest Pricing, No Surprises
- ✔ Proudly Serving Chester & the Richmond Area
Our Land Services
Our Process
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Free Estimate — Ty Walks the Property2
Plan the Clearing, Grading, or Drainage Scope3
Clear, Grade & Haul With Modern Equipment4
Final Walkthrough — Site Ready to UseProudly Serving Chester, VA
Capece Land Solutions is based in the Richmond area and proudly serves landowners and builders throughout Chester, along with Chesterfield, Richmond, Midlothian, and Sandston, and the surrounding communities. Whether you're clearing a wooded lot for a new build, regrading a long gravel driveway, or finally solving a standing-water problem in the yard, our team is committed to careful work, honest quotes, and a finished site you can build on with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does land clearing cost in Chester?
Cost depends on the size of the lot, how dense the vegetation and tree cover are, and what the cleared land will be used for. We walk every property in person before giving a written quote — no ballpark numbers over the phone.
Do you handle drainage problems, not just clearing and grading?
Yes. Standing water and poor drainage are some of the most common calls we get. We design and install systems that move water away from your house, yard, or driveway so the problem doesn't come back after the next storm.
Can you maintain an existing gravel driveway, or does it need to be new?
Both. We regrade, recontour, and add fresh stone to existing gravel driveways that have gotten rutted or washed out, and we also build new gravel driveways from scratch.
How long does a typical land clearing or grading job take?
It depends on the acreage and terrain — smaller residential lots and driveway regrades are often done in a day or two, while larger clearing jobs take longer. We'll give you a realistic timeline during your free estimate.
Do you work with builders as well as homeowners?
Yes. We regularly prepare sites for local builders as well as homeowners handling their own projects — clearing, grading, and hauling debris so the property is ready for the next phase of construction.
Ready to Get Your Property Ready to Build On?
Reach out today for a free estimate. Capece Land Solutions is ready to clear it, grade it, and get your Chester property ready for what's next.