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Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had never met Trent before this job. I selected him because he came off as honest, he was local and seemed to be raised right and promised he would not stop until I was happy. He did not disappoint Trent was awesome to work with and his pricing was fair. He excavated for a llarge pool and stayed within level range throughout . Will call him for landscaping around the pool and and hillside excavation in a month. Highly recommended"
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
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Additional Photos

+17

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Wrexit llc
Wrexit llc
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Wrex It, LLC did an outstanding job excavating and grading our future building site. Gary and his crew were professional, reliable, and paid close attention to detail. The site was graded exactly as needed, and the work was completed efficiently and on schedule. We are extremely pleased with the results and highly recommend Wrex It, LLC for any excavation or site preparation project."
Pond build
Pond build
Pond build
Pond rehab
Pond rehab

+2

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Allen's Construction & Wreckin'
Allen's Construction & Wreckin'
4.9(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Allen's Construction & Wreckin' for years they are amazing they always go above and beyond I would highly recommend to anyone in need of excavation to contact Allen's Construction & Wreckin' they are the best."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+7

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
Clements Landscaping
4.8(
27
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Unfortunately, I have not been able to actually see the yard as I live 500 miles away. I was told by a local that "it looked better than what the city did"; I expected that, at the least, but I'm sure it looked much better. Mr Clements was great at keeping in contact and got the job done ASAP so I'm very pleased with that. I intend to continue to use his service due to the promptness, good contact, and reliability!"
Lawn Care
Lawn care
Bush Hogging
Bush Hogging
Bush Hogging

+12

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Real Solutions Professional Services LLP
Real Solutions Professional Services LLP
5.0(
5
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job on our fence! I called them a week ago and they got the job done in one week from the time he done the estaminet. The pricing was reasonable and the job was done fantastic. My fiancé and I have nothing but good words to say and we are both beyond happy with the results. We have to large dogs who like to dig and they even filled in the holes so that was plus too!"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

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