We don't just clear land, we care for it.

Texas Hill Country land is something worth taking care of. It's also something that takes real work. Cedar that keeps coming back, roads that wash out, and rocky terrain limit what your property can become. We help landowners overcome those obstacles so you and future generations can enjoy their corner of paradise in Texas.

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what we do

Whatever your land needs, we've handled it before.

Imagine driving down your own road without wondering if it'll hold after the next rain. Walking your property and seeing open pasture where cedar used to crowd everything out. Watching your family enjoy land that finally looks and works the way you always imagined it could.

That's what we're working toward on every project. Not just cleared acreage, but a property you can use, be proud of, and hand down.

Rock Milling

Bedrock close to the surface shouldn't limit what your land can become. We mill surface rock and shallow limestone in place, opening up terrain that was previously unusable for roads, pasture, or building. The result is ground that works for your plans today and holds up for whoever comes next.

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Road & Trail Building

We build and grade ranch roads that drain correctly, handle the load, and stay intact season after season. Access to your property should never be the problem.

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Land Clearing

Cedar and invasive brush left unchecked will quietly take over the land you've worked hard to open up. We clear what threatens your property while protecting the native oaks and mature trees that give it character and long-term value. Your land stays healthy, open, and recognizably yours.

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Drainage & Erosion

Water moving the wrong direction is one of the quietest and most damaging threats to Hill Country land. We assess how water moves across your terrain, build solutions that redirect it correctly, and restore what damage has already been done. Protecting your soil today protects your land for generations.

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Forestry Mulching

Clearing brush doesn't have to mean leaving burn piles behind and waiting for the rains. Our mulching equipment grinds cedar and invasive growth into material that feeds the soil right where it stands. One pass clears the land and improves it at the same time.

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Site Prep

Your future home, ranch, or Hill Country escape starts with ground that's ready to build on. We clear, grade, and prepare sites for homes, structures, and improvements, handling the rock, the brush, and the terrain so your project starts on solid footing. Good preparation is what makes everything that comes after it last.

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Most contractors can clear land. Few treat it like a business worth trusting.

Most landowners have been burned by a contractor at least once. Someone who took the job, cashed the deposit, and then went silent. No call when the start date came and went. No update when the timeline slipped. No explanation for why the work looked different than what was discussed. You're left guessing about your own land and your own investment.

We work differently. From the moment we schedule your project to the day we wrap up, you know what's happening and why. We tell you when we're starting, we keep you informed as the work progresses, and we walk you through what was done when it's complete. We're not just out there running equipment on your property. We're your partner in improving it. You stay in the loop because it's your land and you deserve to know exactly what's happening on it.

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WHAT LANDOWNERS ARE SAYING

Every job gets tested by the next rain. Here's how ours hold up.

"Sterling and his team were professional, punctual, and incredibly knowledgeable about the land out here in the Hill Country. They took the time to understand exactly what I needed and delivered high-quality work that exceeded my expectations. I'll definitely be calling them again for future projects."

Joel
Texas Hill Country Landowner

"Sterling Tobin responded immediately to our inquiry. He listened as we walked the property and was very helpful defining solutions. They showed up every day until the job was complete. We could not be more pleased with the results."

Craig Duncan
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"Can't say enough how impressed we are with Sterling and Chad's work. They were efficient, thorough, and really worked thoughtfully with us to execute on our vision. Our property has been given a new lease on life."

Andrew Nguyen
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"You can tell they know the Texas Hill Country like the back of their hand. Sterling communicated with us every step of the way. We're one step closer to turning our once-undeveloped lot into our forever home."

Kayleigh Gotschall
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"The road repairs they completed have been tested by some rather serious rains. No issues. I would highly recommend them to anyone."

Todd Hughes
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"Sterling and Chad took the time to understand our needs and definitely exceeded our expectations. The estimate was fair, the crew arrived on schedule, and the work progressed smoothly. I wholeheartedly recommend American Land Works."

Austin Conley
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WHY LANDOWNERS CHOOSE US

Local knowledge. Professional execution. Work that holds up.

There's no shortage of people with equipment willing to clear your land. The difference is knowing what to clear, what to keep, how water moves through this specific terrain, and what solutions last on Hill Country soil. That's what years of working this land gives you. It's what we bring to every project.

We know what's above the ground and underneath it.

The cedar, the brush, the drainage patterns — and the limestone, the soil composition, the rock depth, and how water moves through Hill Country terrain below the surface. That knowledge doesn't come from a manual. It comes from years of working this land.

We clear with a plan.

We walk every property before we touch it. We assess what needs to go, what needs to stay, and how the work should be sequenced. That planning is the difference between land that looks better temporarily and land that's genuinely healthier long-term.

We give you a record of the work.

Projects are documented with before and after photography and drone footage where applicable. You'll know exactly what was done and have documentation to show for it.

Not sure where to start with your land?

We put together a practical guide for Hill Country and Central Texas landowners covering the most common land management questions we hear. From cedar removal, drainage, and rock milling, to erosion control, we help you understand what to do, when to do it, and how to think about your property long term.

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Ready to solve your land problems for good?

Every project starts with a property walkthrough. Sterling comes out, walks the land with you, and talks through what makes sense for your goals and your terrain. You'll leave with a clear picture of what needs to be done, in what order, and what it will cost.

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Or call Sterling directly: 830-688-0385