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Avatar for Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a significant erosion problem on a sloped portion of my yard. Putnam Greenspace provided a quote that included the cost of all materials, so I knew what I would be paying. The topsoil was delivered, graded, raked, and seeded. Erosion control netting was laid down and all was done on time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Putnam Greenspace to anyone. As an addition to this project, Putnam Greenspace also cleared out an old burn pile in my back yard that included concrete blocks and fence wire. This was not a job that I could easily have accomplished - if at all - by hand. The site was left cleared and leveled and ready to go."
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build

+21

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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J&S Construction and Remodeling
4.9(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired J&S Construction remodeling to repair a shed roof, steps to our wooden porch, and to install a railing on our front porch steps. Couldn't be happier with the outcome. He did a great job and quickly. We were working within a time frame and appreciate him accomplishing everything in under 3 days. His estimate for the repairs was affordable and on par with the other estimates we received. We will be hiring J&S again in the future. * I tried uploading photos but it says the file size is too large."
Bathroom floor
Ceiling fan install
Wheel chair ramp
Wheel chair ramp
Subfloor redoing

+139

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Close Construction & Excavation
4.4(
25
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was absolutely great reasonable did a great job couldn't have no better will recommend Close Excavation tree service to all who work done...Daniel was great.."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawson excavating
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast and went above and beyond what I requested!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bolin Home Improvements
4.7(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"professional, hard working and honest folks. I will refer them to anyone who needs work done."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
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Top Notch Landscaping
4.7(
20
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent job installing french drain. Highly recommended!"
Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Golden Mountain Excavation & Clearing LLC
4.7(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They were able to get to my project right on schedule and completed the task ahead of schedule. They are very professional and quality focused. Would recommend them to anyone for excavation , site prep and clearing."
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on the job
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On the Job

+6

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lances landscaping and tree services
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Family owned and operated. We handle jobs both big and small. Do it fast and above all we do it right.

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Direct Paving
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very polite, and did a great professional job, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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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