"Playing In The Dirt" Since 1996
About Gildersleeve Dozer Contracting
GDC was started in 1996, and has been serving Fannin County and surrounding areas ever since. Our main service "Ranch and Land Beautification" taking a jungle and turning it into a pretty area with nice trees trimmed up and undesirable trees and brush removed.
Our Services
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Ranch and land beautification is the process of improving the appearance, health, and functionality of rural or undeveloped properties through services like tree trimming, brush clearing, grading, preparing the area for adding landscaping features. It enhances property value, usability, and visual appeal while promoting healthier ecosystems and better land management.
It's our most popular service.
Land Clearing
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Land clearing involves removing brush, trees, and other vegetation to prepare a site for construction, farming, or landscaping. Bulldozing services speed up the process by efficiently uprooting trees, pushing debris aside, and leveling the land for further development.
Typical steps of the land clearing process: Site Assessment - Marking Boundaries - Removing Vegetation - Stump Removal & Grubbing - Grading & Leveling - Debris Removal or burning - Erosion Control
Soil Erosion Damage Repair
Ranch and Land Beautifucation
Soil Erosion Damage Repair
Wind, water, or human activity can displace topsoil, causing the erosion of the soil, often due to poor drainage, deforestation, or unprotected land surfaces.
If soil erosion damage is not addressed, it can lead to severe land degradation, loss of fertile topsoil, and increased runoff, which may cause flooding and water contamination. Over time, it can undermine building foundations, damage infrastructure, and reduce the land's ability to support vegetation or agriculture.
Roads: Building and Reno
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
Soil Erosion Damage Repair
What does it take to build an access road? There are certain steps to take and think through: Planning and Design (Identify the best route considering terrain, soil type, and environmental impact) - Clearing and Grubbing (Remove trees, brush, rocks, and debris along the proposed road path) - Grading and Excavation - Installing Drainage (Add culverts, ditches, or drainage pipes to prevent water buildup and erosion) - Base Layer Installation (Lay down gravel or crushed stone to create a strong foundation) - Compaction (Compact the base layer to increase road durability and support heavy equipment)
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
People build ponds on their property for various practical and aesthetic reasons, including:
Water supply for livestock, irrigation, or fire protection. Recreation, such as fishing, swimming, or boating. Wildlife habitat to support birds, fish, and other animals. Aesthetic appeal, enhancing the landscape and property value.
Stormwater management, helping control runoff and reduce erosion.
We will excavate and shape a water basin to create a pond suited for the purpose. Regular maintenance includes controlling vegetation, repairing erosion, and ensuring proper drainage to keep the pond healthy and functional year-round.
Demolition and Haul Off
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
Ponds: Digging and Maintanance
There is a sense of satisfaction in safely tearing down existing structure, such as buildings or concrete slabs, and then removing and hauling away the debris from the site.
This process ensures the area is cleared and cleaned, making it ready for new construction or land development.
We enjoy seeing "before" and "after".
Fence Rows
Drainage Correction
Pad Sites Build
Fence rows are the narrow strips of land along property lines or fields where fences are or will be installed, often used to mark boundaries or contain livestock. A bulldozer service is a key in the process of clearing trees, brush, rocks, and debris along the fence line, creating a clean, level path for installing the fence efficiently and securely.
Pad Sites Build
Drainage Correction
Pad Sites Build
Are you planning to build a structure on undeveloped land? We are here to help with the exciting start! The process involves clearing land, grading, compacting soil, and often adding a layer of gravel or concrete to create a durable, level base ready for construction. A pad site ensures a stable, level foundation to support safe and long-lasting construction.
Drainage Correction
Drainage Correction
Drainage Correction
If water is not directed properly, it will cause pooling, flooding, water damage, or soil erosion. Drainage correction often involves reshaping the land (grading), installing drains or pipes, and creating channels or swales to direct water away from structures and sensitive areas to ensure proper runoff and prevent damage.
Our Projects
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Service Area
Fannin County,
Northern Hunt County,
Northeastern Collin County,
Eastern Grayson County,
Western Lamar County.
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