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Avatar for Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elliot and Sons Excavating gave very good service at a very good price. I will be contracting them again for more work. They are a very good company!"
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewerline

+14

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Blackjack Land Management
5.0(
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Blackjack Land Management did a phenomenal job. I was very pleased with their finished work. Their pricing was very reasonable. They completed the work in a timely manner as agreed. Great teamwork by the crew. I would definitely recommend Blackjack Land Management if you have any excavating or clearing projects. Very professional and trust worthy. They also provide other services that I am sure they would do a pleasing job."
Land Clearing & Finish Grade
Site Work For A Barndo.   Lots and lots Of Dirt Moved!!!!
Electrical Trench Install Up in the Smokey Mountains
Forestry Mulching
Electrical Trench Install

+92

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dirt works llc
4.7(
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Jay did an excellent job. He dug out a footing for a pergola and made my pond larger. I recommend him to anyone. He knows what he is doing. And does it well."
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+20

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Springs Land Management
5.0(
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great job and service! We had a emergency and needed somebody there asap. We had other contractors that couldn't do their job until the dirt Hillside was removed . He was there within the hour! Got the job done quick and efficiently and the other contractor was able to get started. Thanks for all your help!!!"
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Landscaping Project
Driveway and Building Pad Installation
Landscaping Project

+13

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
ETERNAL OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS LLC
4.7(
47
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Eternal Lawn & Landscaping! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Lucas Outdoor Design
4.9(
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lucas and his crew did a great job! They were on time and on budget. Itâ s difficult to find a company who does excavating and tree removal and they were perfect for the job!"
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SmithScapes
5.0(
4
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, and were very diligent about cleaning up and leaving my yard better than before! Will be hiring for future job I have here"
Excavating Project
Landscaping Project
French drain and grade work
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+34

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Blaine Henry Excavating LLC
4.2(
13
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Serving Alcoa, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired BH for a large project (>22$K) to dig out around 28 by 48 garage, remove at least a ~half dozenâ large (>30â diameter) hardwood stumps and felled timber, and build large parking area. BH has the services of several very talented workers who listened to what I wanted and were able to use their knowledge of grading, etc. to make it all come together. The finished project is way better than what I had envisioned going in. The only â problemâ we ran into was a company (that I will not name) that charged $900 more than what they quoted on the rental of a large 50K# rock hammer - oh well, guess that is on rental company who will not be getting return business, IIn summay, yes I would highly recommend BH: A+++ !"
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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