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Dense cedar (Ashe juniper) thicket in Texas Hill Country before removal
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Cedar Removal Texas
Ashe Juniper Specialists

Take back your Texas land from invasive cedar. Our forestry mulching removes Ashe juniper in a single pass, restoring water resources and reclaiming productive pastures.

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$2,500
Starting/Acre
500+
Acres Cleared
100%
No Regrowth
Free
Estimates
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The Cedar Problem in Texas

What most Texans call "cedar" is actually Ashe juniper (Juniperus ashei), one of the most aggressive invasive species in Texas. Since the early 1900s, cedar has exploded across the Hill Country and Central Texas, transforming grasslands into dense, water-hungry thickets.

💧 Water Theft

Each mature cedar drinks 30-40 gallons of water DAILY, drying up springs and depleting aquifers.

🌿 Grass Killer

Dense cedar canopy blocks sunlight, killing native grasses and reducing grazing capacity by 80%+.

🔥 Fire Hazard

Cedar is highly flammable with volatile oils. Dense cedar creates extreme wildfire danger.

💰 Value Destroyer

Cedar-choked land sells for 20-40% less than cleared pasture. Clearing pays for itself.

The Solution

Forestry Mulching: The Best Way to Remove Cedar

Unlike mesquite (which resprouts from roots), cedar dies when cut. Our forestry mulchers eliminate cedar in a single pass, leaving beneficial mulch that suppresses regrowth.

✓Why Forestry Mulching Works

  • •Single-pass clearing - no piling, burning, or hauling
  • •Permanent removal - cedar doesn't regrow from roots
  • •Mulch layer - suppresses new seedlings
  • •Erosion protection - especially important on Hill Country slopes
  • •Cost-effective - faster and cheaper than traditional methods

✗Why Other Methods Fall Short

  • •Dozing/piling - creates erosion, requires burning/hauling
  • •Hand cutting - extremely slow and labor-intensive
  • •Burning - dangerous, requires permits, leaves bare soil
  • •Herbicides - not effective on mature cedar, environmental concerns
  • •Goats - only effective on young seedlings, very slow
Benefits

What Happens After Cedar Removal

Removing cedar transforms your property. Here's what you can expect.

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Restore Water Resources

Each cedar tree drinks 30-40 gallons of water daily. Removing cedar can bring back springs and increase water availability.

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Revive Native Grasses

Cedar shades out native grasses. Clearing opens the canopy, allowing natural grasslands to return within one growing season.

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Reduce Fire Risk

Cedar is highly flammable and creates dangerous fuel loads. Clearing creates defensible space around structures.

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Increase Property Value

Cleared land is worth significantly more than cedar-choked property. Many landowners see 20-40% value increases.

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Improve Grazing Capacity

Cedar-free pastures support more livestock. Ranchers can dramatically increase carrying capacity after clearing.

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Better Wildlife Habitat

Native grasses and oak woodlands support more wildlife diversity than cedar monocultures.

Client Results

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Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

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Results

Cedar Removal Before & After

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Transparent Pricing

Cedar Removal Cost in Texas

Pricing depends on cedar density, terrain, and accessibility.

Light Cedar
$2,500-$3,500
per acre

Scattered cedar, young trees, easy terrain

MOST COMMON
Moderate Cedar
$3,500-$4,500
per acre

Established cedar, mixed sizes, typical Hill Country

Dense Thickets
$4,500-$5,500+
per acre

Mature cedar forests, steep/rocky terrain

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Service Areas

Cedar Removal Across Texas

We provide cedar removal services throughout the Texas Hill Country, Central Texas, and DFW region.

AustinSan AntonioFredericksburgMarble FallsDripping SpringsNew BraunfelsGeorgetownRound RockSan MarcosWimberleyJohnson CityKerrvilleBoerneBlancoBurnetLampasasFort WorthWeatherfordStephenvilleGranburyAbilene

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Common Questions

Cedar Removal FAQs

Everything you need to know about removing cedar from your Texas property.

Cedar removal in Texas typically costs $2,500-$5,000 per acre depending on density and terrain. Light cedar infestation runs $2,500-$3,500/acre, moderate cedar is $3,500-$4,500/acre, and dense Hill Country cedar thickets can be $4,500-$5,500+/acre. Rocky terrain common in the Hill Country can increase costs.
Cedar (Ashe juniper) is one of Texas' most aggressive invasive species. Each mature cedar tree consumes 30-40 gallons of water daily, depleting water tables and drying up springs. Cedar also shades out native grasses, increases fire risk, reduces property values, and provides poor habitat compared to native species.
Unlike mesquite, cedar does NOT resprout from roots when cut. If you remove a cedar tree at the trunk level, it's gone permanently. This makes cedar removal highly effective. However, cedar seeds remain in the soil, so some new seedlings may appear over time. Annual maintenance can address these before they mature.
Forestry mulching is the most effective and economical method for cedar removal in Texas. The mulcher grinds cedar trees in a single pass, leaving a layer of mulch that suppresses regrowth and prevents erosion. For very large cedars (12+ inches), we may use an excavator-mounted mulcher or cut first with chainsaws.
Yes! There are documented cases across the Texas Hill Country where springs and creeks have returned after cedar removal. Cedar's massive water consumption (30-40 gallons/day per tree) significantly impacts water tables. Property owners have reported springs re-emerging within 1-2 years after comprehensive cedar clearing.
Cedar can be removed year-round in Texas, but late fall through early spring (October-March) is ideal. The ground is typically drier and harder, making equipment operation easier. Winter also allows you to see the cedar structure without other vegetation obscuring it.
With forestry mulching, we can clear 2-5 acres of moderate cedar per day depending on density and terrain. A 10-acre property with typical Hill Country cedar density might take 3-5 days. Very dense cedar thickets or extremely rocky terrain will take longer.
Not necessarily. Some landowners choose selective clearing, leaving scattered cedars for wildlife cover while removing dense thickets. We recommend removing cedar within 100 feet of structures for fire safety, clearing around water sources, and targeting areas where you want to restore grass. We'll work with your goals.
We provide cedar removal services throughout Central Texas and the Hill Country including Travis, Williamson, Hays, Blanco, Burnet, Llano, Comal, Gillespie counties and surrounding areas. We also serve properties in the DFW region, extending west toward Abilene.
Dense cedar can significantly reduce property values in Texas, sometimes by 20-40% compared to cleared land. Cedar-choked properties have reduced grazing capacity, limited views, higher fire risk, and less usable space. Clearing cedar typically pays for itself through increased property value.
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About Cedar Removal Services in Texas

Bear Claw Land Clearing provides professional cedar (Ashe juniper) removal services throughout Texas Hill Country, Central Texas, and the DFW region. Cedar is one of Texas' most problematic invasive species, consuming vast amounts of water, shading out native grasses, and creating dangerous wildfire fuel loads.

Our forestry mulching method is the most effective way to remove cedar from Texas properties. Unlike mesquite, cedar does not regrow from roots when cut, making forestry mulching especially effective. The mulch layer left behind suppresses new seedlings and prevents erosion - critical on the rocky Hill Country terrain.

With cedar removal costs ranging from $2,500 to $5,500 per acre, our services help Texas landowners restore water resources (springs often return after cedar removal), reclaim productive pastures, reduce wildfire risk, and increase property values. We serve Travis, Williamson, Hays, Blanco, Burnet, Llano, Gillespie, Comal counties and surrounding areas. Get your free cedar removal quote today.