Landscaping Site Prep in Calgary
Every great landscape starts with proper site preparation. Nika Terra handles the heavy groundwork — clearing old vegetation, removing sod, cutting out shrubs and bushes, and spreading topsoil — so your landscaper can focus on the creative work. We serve homeowners directly and work as a sub-contractor for landscaping companies across Calgary.
What We Handle
Sod Removal & Disposal
Strip existing grass and remove it from site — machine-assisted for large areas
Heavy Brush & Weed Clearing
Clear overgrown vegetation, shrubs, and weeds down to bare soil
Shrub & Bush Removal
Clear shrubs, bushes, and overgrown vegetation so your landscaper starts with clean ground
Topsoil Spreading
Machine-spread topsoil supplied by you or your landscaper — material not included
Pricing Overview
Transparent rates for landscaping site preparation in Calgary. Prices reflect machine labor.
Sod Removal & Disposal
$1.85/sq ftMachine-strip existing sod and haul it off-site. Ideal before new turf, gardens, or hardscaping.
Heavy Brush / Weed Clearing
$1.00/sq ftClear overgrown shrubs, weeds, and ground cover to bare soil using compact machinery.
Shrub & Bush Removal
$175/shrubClear shrubs and bushes with the mini excavator. Price per unit.
Topsoil Spreading
$100/yd³Machine labor only — spread and rough-grade topsoil you supply. Material and delivery quoted separately.
Minimum call-out $300. This minimum applies to jobs requiring a single piece of equipment (either the mini excavator or the skid steer). If the scope of work requires both machines on-site, the minimum call-out rate may vary. Get a free quote →
We Sub-Contract for Landscapers
If you're a landscaping company in Calgary, we can handle your site prep so your crew arrives to a clean, graded canvas. Our compact equipment fits into residential sites without damaging neighboring properties or existing hardscaping. Consistent quality, reliable scheduling, competitive sub-trade pricing.
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Estimated range
A minimum call-out fee applies for any job.
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This is a preliminary estimate based on typical conditions. Final pricing requires an on-site assessment — terrain, access, soil type, and project scope all affect the actual cost.
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