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Avatar for Blewett Outdoor Living
Blewett Outdoor Living
4.5(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cory responded quickly, discussed some options for the yard and provided a quote. He was exceptionally professional and kept me updated on every step. Outstanding job."
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+14

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Blue Springs Land Management
Blue Springs Land Management
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Blue Land Springs Management did a great job taking care of our yard which was in need of a face lift. The customer service and communication is unlike any other company we’ve utilized in the past. I’ll be glad to have them back!"
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Landscaping Project
Driveway and Building Pad Installation
Landscaping Project

+12

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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Global Land Solutions
4.3(
62
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Jared is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Legacy Land Services
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great group of guys. Had my septic system dug and placed in just two days! Very reliable and will contact you at any moment there seems to be a problem."
My jobs
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My jobs

+7

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Tennessee Valley Outdoors, LLC
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good company, my call was done quickly and done right. I would recommend TVO for all your outdoor issues."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
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Junk R Us LLC
4.7(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Within 2 hours of requesting help on Anji, all of my old furniture and stuff was removed. They were super fast and friendly & quick to call. I would highly recommend this team and gladly call them back again if needed. A+++"
Junk R Us team!
Home Clean-up!
Carport Clean-up!
Yard Clean-up!
Front Porch Clean-up!

+12

Response time10 hrs
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Wilamut Construction Co. LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is very honest and does it with no questions asked!"
Pool House Framing
Pool House Framing
Pool House Framing
Dirt Work
Dirt Work

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morrison's Concrete & Demo
4.3(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"THE WORKER WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND KNOWLEDGEABLE THE PROJECT TURNED OUT GREAT!!!"
850' Driveway
850' Driveway
Basement Floor
Garage slab
Concrete Driveway

+36

Response time5 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Bosyn Services
Bosyn Services
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"great job of pressure washing concrete and vinyl sideing."
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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S&W Dirtworks/Forestry Mulching
4.1(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"i had S&W do some work clearing and preparing for a new building and not only did they do a amazing job they did it very quickly! very pleased with the work they did!"
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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