Drake Contracting LLC

We proudly serve all of North Alabama and Southern Tennessee, including Huntsville, Athens, Madison, Decatur, Toney, Rogersville, Ardmore, Guntersville, Fayetteville, Pulaski, Columbia, and surrounding towns. If you're searching for land clearing near me or gravel driveway contractors near me, chances are we work in your area—and we’re happy to travel.

Our land clearing services are tailored to your property’s needs and may include brush cutting, tree removal, mulching, stump grinding, and full lot clearing. Whether you’re preparing land for a new build, cleaning up overgrown acreage, or getting ready for a food plot, we bring the equipment and experience to get your land cleared safely and efficiently.

Yes, absolutely. We specialize in site prep and grading services for both residential and light commercial projects. From house pad construction to proper sloping for drainage, we make sure your site is ready to build on with a firm, level base that holds up over time.

Yes—many of our gravel driveway installations take place on sloped, uneven, or rural land. We grade the surface, install a proper base, and spread high-quality gravel to ensure good drainage and long-term durability. If your old driveway needs work, we also offer Harley rake resurfacing to smooth out potholes and restore a clean finish.

Our dirt work services include grading, spreading, compacting, and building up or leveling land to get it construction-ready. Whether you need to prepare a site for a home, improve drainage, or reshape your lot for better use, we’ve got the tools and know-how to handle it. We also install house pads, drive bases, and berms as part of full excavation services.

Yes—we offer full-service food plot installation throughout North Alabama, especially for hunting properties and rural landowners. We’ll clear, till, and plant your plot with the right equipment for optimal growth, tailored to your land’s terrain and layout.

We use a range of heavy equipment depending on the job—this can include skid steers, excavators, dozers, Harley rakes, and grading attachments. This helps us efficiently handle everything from light brush clearing to heavy dirt work and excavation for construction projects.

Definitely. If your existing driveway has ruts, potholes, or drainage issues, we can re-grade and resurface it using specialized tools like the Harley rake. We’ll bring in new gravel as needed and make sure the final result is smooth, stable, and long-lasting.

You’re welcome to be there, but it’s not required in most cases. Once we’ve discussed the scope of work, marked the layout, and confirmed access to the site, we can complete the job without needing someone on location. We stay in touch with updates.

Project timelines vary depending on the size and complexity, but many dirt work, land clearing, and gravel driveway jobs can be completed in just one to two days. Larger site prep or land development projects may take longer, but we always aim to work quickly without sacrificing quality.

All of the above. Whether you’re a homeowner clearing land for a house, a rural landowner creating access roads, or a contractor needing reliable excavation services, we’re equipped to partner with you and keep your project on schedule.

We’re a locally owned and operated company that believes in doing things right the first time. Every job is overseen by owner Jamison Drake, and we take pride in being on time, responsive, and honest. Our clients trust us because we treat their land like it’s our own—whether we’re clearing five acres or laying a 100-foot driveway.

Just reach out! You can call or text us at (256) 206-1032 or email [email protected] to get a quote or ask a question. We’ll discuss your project, provide a plan, and get you on the schedule. It’s that simple.