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Avatar for Holland Drain & Water Leak
Holland Drain & Water Leak
4.5(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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"I recently hired “Holland Drain and Water Leak“ to replace my water heater, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the initial response to the completion of the job, Brett was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. His price was very competitive, coming in 20-30% lower than quotes from other conventional plumbing companies. The job was done quickly. I highly recommend “Holland Drain and Water Leak“ for any plumbing needs."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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West Star Premier Properties LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reliable and. quick service. Nice, hard working men. Thank you."
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Crows Nest Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He took very good care of us and highly recommend him!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
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S&S Excavating and Trenching
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Eric did a great job, he is very knowledgeable and efficient. He dug a drain from our driveway that was having erosion problems and installed drainage pipes on the side to fed them to the street storm drain."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gordon Services
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"It was a pleasure doing business with this crew - always pleasant and professional."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Leath Septic And Land Clearing
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Brighton, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are an amazing company, owner is extremely professional and very prompt,10/10 would recommend for anyone's land clearing and septic needs"
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Response time9 hrs
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Excavating questions, 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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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