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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Knoxville - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for South Mountain Lawn and Landscape, Inc.
South Mountain Lawn and Landscape, Inc.
4.7(
87
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jamie and his crew were right on time. He completed the work exactly as we discussed it during the estimate. They cleared all debris and offered me a receipt of the services. I will definitely use them again."
Total Landscape
 firepit
after
Lawn Maintenance
 Belgard London Cobble

+41

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for King Level Construction, LLC
King Level Construction, LLC
5.0(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you are not thrilled with both their work and the owner, his Dad, and stay, let me know and I will pay your bill. The very best I have ever used and I hope they will be there for us again and as friends and neighbors forever. Paul and Ashha"
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
PAVER WALKWAY

+18

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Cutting-Edge Contracting
Cutting-Edge Contracting
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With over a decade of experience, CUTTING-EDGE CONTRACTING LLC 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
Response rate100%
Avatar for Maryland Excavation, LLC
Maryland Excavation, LLC
4.9(
100
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MD Excavation was very responsive, professional and very reasonably priced. They completed the job efficiently and took great care to ensure the customer was completely satisfied. I was so happy, I asked them about taking down a tree. They gave me quote and came the next day. Unbelievable service! I highly recommend Maryland Excavation."
Land Clearing
Site Prep
New Driveway Install
Install New Driveway
Tree Removal

+13

Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for DZ's Contracting LLC
DZ's Contracting LLC
4.4(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contacted Dave to discuss leveling a portion of our backyard to install a shed. Dave was available the next day to provide a quote. I had a few ideas on how he could level the yard, but he had some great ideas that saved us money and materials. Dave was available to start work within a few days and it was evident he was really experienced with excavation. He was extremely professional and meticulous and took care to not damage our grass. He leveled the soil, laid a base of stone, graded the soil to the rest of the existing yard, and seeded the disturbed soil. He cleaned up everything really well, leaving the space better than when he arrived. It turned out even better than we expected. I highly recommend DZ's Construction for excavation services, and I will definitely use him in the future."
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+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Willard Environmental Group Inc
Willard Environmental Group Inc
4.9(
55
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knoxville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you need to replace your underground oil tank, then you're freaking out about the expense and possible catastrophic complications.   So do yourself a favor and call Willard.    This wonderful family company makes everything easy.    

Our very positive experience started with the initial visit by Josh.    Then company owner Billy Willard answered all our many questions.   Considering the options, we decided to purchase a Roth tank.    Not just more compact than other brands, it also has a 30-year warranty.   Willard is the only company in Virginia certified to install Roths.    

Our work was scheduled quickly.    Willard called Miss Utility and also our county -- we didn't have to do a thing.   The Roth tank fit neatly into our garage and Billy and his crew took great care with every detail of its complicated installation.    The removal of our underground tank went really well too, even though the tank turned out to be quite deep.    Frank and Josh worked very carefully to expose but not damage the old tank, and to transfer oil into the new tank.    Then the old tank was prepared so the residual oil could be pumped for recycling.    We hadn't even realized this step would take place, because Willard had made all the arrangements.   Next the tank was lifted and soil samples were taken.      Then, using a truckload of fill Willard supplied as well as the excavated soil, the enormous hole was filled, carefully graded and sown with grass seed.     

You can imagine how many heavy vehicles were in motion to accomplish all this, yet there was not the slightest damage to our fence, landscaping, driveway or house. 

Meanwhile, Tim was connecting the new Roth tank to our furnace, working with ingenuity around the maze of ducting. pipes and wires in our basement.   He wasn't satisfied until he was sure the connection was perfect.   

We thought the entire crew was awesome, and that opinion was validated when the county fire inspector approved everything they'd done.   The Willards and Josh Delaney were not just expert, they were really friendly and considerate.    It was a pleasure to have them around,  They turned what had been a huge nightmare into a perfectly executed solution.    
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UST Removal
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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