Forestry Mulching in Daytona Beach, Florida

Famous beach destination with mix of tourism, residential, and NASCAR-related development. Western areas more rural.

6"
Popular Package
1-3
Days Typical
DBH
Selective Clearing
24hr
Quote Response

Service Area Coverage for Daytona Beach

We service all of Florida from our New Smyrna Beach yard. Transport cost is based on actual drive time at $153.35/hr round trip.

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Land Clearing in Daytona Beach

Local Context

Coastal developed areas plus western rural properties. Volusia County has tree permit requirements.

Recommended Package
6" DBH

Volusia County flatwoods and scrub vegetation suits the 6" package.

Local Challenges

  • Volusia County tree permit requirements
  • Coastal versus inland vegetation differences
  • Tourist area coordination

East Coast Florida Vegetation

Space Coast - Coastal properties and Space Coast development

Coastal Scrub

Found on five distinct landscapes in Brevard County alone: Cape Canaveral, Merritt Island, Atlantic Coastal Ridge, Ten Mile Ridge, and Osceola Plain Ridge.

Mulching Note: Dense, shrubby oaks 3-8 feet tall. Extensive root systems in well-drained sand. Salt-spray pruned vegetation creates windswept appearance.

Atlantic Coastal Ridge Scrub

Higher and drier than surrounding flatwoods. Sand pine scrub predominates. 68.8% loss in Brevard County 1943-1991.

Mulching Note: Dense scrub vegetation. Critical Florida scrub-jay habitat.
⚠️ Critical Florida scrub-jay habitat - survey required.

Scrubby Flatwoods

Transition zone between flatwoods and scrub. Common on Merritt Island and mainland.

Mulching Note: Moderate density. Mix of pine and scrub oak removal typical.

Invasive Species in Daytona Beach

These invasive plants are common in East Coast Florida. Forestry mulching is one of the most effective removal methods.

Australian Pine

high severity

Casuarina equisetifolia

Invasive coastal tree. Brittle branches, shallow roots. Storm damage hazard.

Treatment: Excellent candidate for removal. Mulching very effective.

Brazilian Pepper

high severity

Common throughout coastal areas.

Treatment: Mulching effective for removal.

Daytona Beach Areas We Serve

Ormond Beach
Northern neighbor
Holly Hill
Adjacent city
Port Orange
Southern suburb
Daytona Beach Shores
Beachfront
LPGA
Golf corridor

Don't see your area? We serve all of Daytona Beach and surrounding areas. Get a quote for your specific location.

Environmental Considerations in Daytona Beach

East Coast Florida has specific environmental requirements. We're experienced navigating these regulations.

Florida Scrub-Jay

Brevard County has one of largest populations in state

NO CLEARING March 1 - June 30 in designated habitat (Palm Bay HCP).

Gopher Tortoise

Common on well-drained scrub and sandhill sites

25-foot buffer required around all burrows.

Sand Skink / Blue-Tailed Mole Skink

Federally listed species

Found in scrub habitat. Survey may be required.

Volusia County Tree Permit

Required for clearing

Wetland buffer minimum 25-50 feet.

Popular Projects in Daytona Beach

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Residential lot clearing
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Commercial development prep
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Storm damage cleanup
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Invasive species removal

Selective Clearing Packages for Daytona Beach

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most Daytona Beach properties use the 6" package.

4"
Light Package

Brush & saplings

Best for: View enhancement, trail creation

POPULAR IN DAYTONA BEACH
6"
Standard Package

Most residential

Best for: Lot clearing, invasive removal

8"
Heavy Package

Dense vegetation

Best for: Pasture reclamation, site prep

10"
Maximum Package

Near-complete

Best for: Development clearing, restoration

Daytona Beach Forestry Mulching FAQs

Does Volusia County require tree permits?

Yes, Volusia County has tree protection ordinances. Permits may be required for clearing larger trees. We help navigate county requirements and obtain necessary approvals.

Daytona Beach Area Projects

CAT forestry mulching equipment working near Daytona Beach Florida

Professional Equipment

CAT Forestry Mulcher

Dense vegetation before forestry mulching near Daytona Beach
BEFORE
Cleared land with mulch after forestry mulching near Daytona Beach
AFTER
Completed forestry mulching project near Daytona Beach Florida

Finished Results

East Coast Florida

Daytona Beach is located in Volusia County

County Overview

Region: Central Florida
County Seat: DeLand
Population: 553,284
Terrain: Daytona Beach, I-4/I-95 junction, diverse ecosystems

Local Vegetation

Common species in Volusia:

Live oakSlash pineSaw palmettoCabbage palm

Soil Types: Sandy, Coastal sand, Poorly drained flatwoods

Permits & Regulations in Volusia

Permit Authority:

Volusia County Growth and Resource Management

Requirements:

Environmental review, tree ordinance in cities

Wetland Considerations:

Moderate - Halifax River, Tomoka basin

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