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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Franklin - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+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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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
James Excavating
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your excavating needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give James Excavating a call today, we look forward to working with you! \n

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clements Landscaping
4.8(
28
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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

At Clements Landscaping, I sustain my business on quality and integrity. Making your yard look beautiful is what we take pride in. I treat every home like my own because I know that a happy customer means repeat business. I offer a variety of lawn care services, as well as bush hogging. I have 10 years of experience and my commitment to quality shows every time. Call today for a quote! You have nothing to lose and a beautiful lawn to gain. I look forward to earning your business.

Lawn Care
Lawn care
Bush Hogging
Bush Hogging
Bush Hogging

+12

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Meyerlea Lawn Service
Meyerlea Lawn Service
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Meyer Lawn Service, we strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 15 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition. Give us a call today!

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+21

Response time4 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for BAND OF BROTHERS LAND SOLUTIONS CORP
BAND OF BROTHERS LAND SOLUTIONS CORP
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Our company motto is "Don't put off until tomorrow what can be done today". We strive to stand out because of our customers and our work the same. Family based company where your family matters too.

Kevins Pad
Kevins Pad
Kevins Pad
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Style Fence LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Hobdy Lawn And Landscape
4.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hobdy Lawn And Landscape is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Dunn Bros. Dirt Works, LLC
Dunn Bros. Dirt Works, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your excavation and hauling needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Dunn Bros. Dirt Works, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you! \n

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Pad Leveled
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Garner Solutions
Garner Solutions
4.5(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Franklin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Garner Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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