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Onsite Construction Group

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Onsite Construction Group

4.76(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Onsite Construction Inc. has been serving the greater Washington County, Tennessee and surrounding area since 2018. We specialize in custom grading and excavating, site prep land clearing drainage, ponds work, as well as re-sloping and grading. Septic systems. Our focus is customer care and attention to detail. Call today!

"We are very pleased with the work completed and their work ethic"

Earlene K on November 2024

Onsite Construction Inc. has been serving the greater Washington County, Tennessee and surrounding area since 2018. We specialize in custom grading and excavating, site prep land clearing drainage, ponds work, as well as re-sloping and grading. Septic systems. Our focus is customer care and attention to detail. Call today!

"We are very pleased with the work completed and their work ethic"

Earlene K on November 2024


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Smoky Top Contractor

5.00(
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Smoky Top Contractor

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Smoky Top Contractor is a full-service construction and landscaping company specializing in creating custom outdoor spaces. With expertise in concrete work, excavation, landscaping, and hardscaping, we offer comprehensive solutions for both residential and commercial properties. Our skilled team provides everything from foundation and slab pouring to grading, drainage systems, and the installation of intricate hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls ,fire pits, and outdoor kitchens. At Smoky Top, we take pride in transforming your outdoor areas into functional, beautiful spaces tailored to your vision, with a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Call Or Text Us Now!

"We are very pleased with the work done by Smoky Top Contractor. They listened carefully to our wish list, then helped up design and ultimately constructed our our dream outdoors living area. This included a paved patio area, gas fire pit, pergola and a shed. The guys arrived on time, were hard working, friendly and very conscientious. We love the work they did and truly enjoy our new outdoor space. We highly recommend Smoky Top Contractor."

Susan S on May 2025

Smoky Top Contractor is a full-service construction and landscaping company specializing in creating custom outdoor spaces. With expertise in concrete work, excavation, landscaping, and hardscaping, we offer comprehensive solutions for both residential and commercial properties. Our skilled team provides everything from foundation and slab pouring to grading, drainage systems, and the installation of intricate hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls ,fire pits, and outdoor kitchens. At Smoky Top, we take pride in transforming your outdoor areas into functional, beautiful spaces tailored to your vision, with a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Call Or Text Us Now!

"We are very pleased with the work done by Smoky Top Contractor. They listened carefully to our wish list, then helped up design and ultimately constructed our our dream outdoors living area. This included a paved patio area, gas fire pit, pergola and a shed. The guys arrived on time, were hard working, friendly and very conscientious. We love the work they did and truly enjoy our new outdoor space. We highly recommend Smoky Top Contractor."

Susan S on May 2025


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SRM Land Management

5.00(
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SRM Land Management

5.00(
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Did all this there work is the best will be using again in future "

Craig b on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Did all this there work is the best will be using again in future "

Craig b on November 2025


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Rooted Land Works

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Rooted Land Works

4.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Rooted Land Works 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.

"Justin did NOT do what he said he was going to do. He did not dig out the trench before putting the rip rap down. He left a mess in my yard and my neighbors yard. He stated he would come back and clean it up and never came back. NOT happy at all."

Tonia M on May 2023

Rooted Land Works 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.

"Justin did NOT do what he said he was going to do. He did not dig out the trench before putting the rip rap down. He left a mess in my yard and my neighbors yard. He stated he would come back and clean it up and never came back. NOT happy at all."

Tonia M on May 2023


LA Land Development LLC

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LA Land Development LLC

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At LA Land Development LLC, we believe great service starts with being approachable, understanding, and easy to work with. We take the time to truly understand the problem at hand so we can work together toward a solution that benefits everyone. Strong communication is at the heart of our process. We keep things clear, honest, and straightforward so you always know what’s happening and what to expect. With LA Land Development LLC, you’re not just hiring a company—you’re partnering with a team that listens, cares, and is committed to getting the job done the right way.

At LA Land Development LLC, we believe great service starts with being approachable, understanding, and easy to work with. We take the time to truly understand the problem at hand so we can work together toward a solution that benefits everyone. Strong communication is at the heart of our process. We keep things clear, honest, and straightforward so you always know what’s happening and what to expect. With LA Land Development LLC, you’re not just hiring a company—you’re partnering with a team that listens, cares, and is committed to getting the job done the right way.


"Mike was great to work with. called at 8am with a leaking hot water heater. he had a new one installed by 1pm. great job, quality work. very nice significantly less than 2 other big local companies"

Michael b on December 2022

East Tennessee Plumbing provides complete plumbing, excavation, remodeling, and new construction plumbing services to the Morristown, TN community and surrounding areas.

"Mike was great to work with. called at 8am with a leaking hot water heater. he had a new one installed by 1pm. great job, quality work. very nice significantly less than 2 other big local companies"

Michael b on December 2022


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Bizzy B Plumbing & Home Improvement

4.67(
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Bizzy B Plumbing & Home Improvement

4.67(
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Customers say: Super punctual
15 years of experience

Bizzy B Plumbing & Home Improvement of Knoxville is your resource for everything from small plumbing fixes, to home renovation projects. Check out some of the before and after gallery images on our website to see for yourself. There you will see many of the projects I have completed in the last few years. Many of the remodel projects were complete tear out and rebuilds. Bathroom remodels have ranged from small tight spaces to large room sized showers. We also have done several kitchen remodels one of which will be featured in a popular home magazine. We offer many types of repair and replacement services. Call or e-mail. When you're too busy...Let us "B" there for you!

Bizzy B Plumbing & Home Improvement of Knoxville is your resource for everything from small plumbing fixes, to home renovation projects. Check out some of the before and after gallery images on our website to see for yourself. There you will see many of the projects I have completed in the last few years. Many of the remodel projects were complete tear out and rebuilds. Bathroom remodels have ranged from small tight spaces to large room sized showers. We also have done several kitchen remodels one of which will be featured in a popular home magazine. We offer many types of repair and replacement services. Call or e-mail. When you're too busy...Let us "B" there for you!


JS Builders

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JS Builders

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Local buisness, owned and operated serving Seveirville and surrounding area for more than 30 years. Three core carpenters, but varies with job size. Subcontracting: minimal. Cad design, and complete jobs from footer through trim. Primary licensing in commercial and residential building, but hold electrical license as well. Estimations free. No trip charges or initial service fees.

Local buisness, owned and operated serving Seveirville and surrounding area for more than 30 years. Three core carpenters, but varies with job size. Subcontracting: minimal. Cad design, and complete jobs from footer through trim. Primary licensing in commercial and residential building, but hold electrical license as well. Estimations free. No trip charges or initial service fees.


Pape's Handyman/Remodeling Co LLC

4.67(
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Pape's Handyman/Remodeling Co LLC

4.67(
21
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

General contractor that stands behind all of our work. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. References available. We are a company that takes pride in our work and in how we deal with our customers.

General contractor that stands behind all of our work. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. References available. We are a company that takes pride in our work and in how we deal with our customers.


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Roberts Construction & Grading

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Roberts Construction & Grading

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Roberts Construction & Grading specializes in residential excavation, septic systems, demolition, ponds, walls, and waterfalls in Marshall, NC. Quality construction, your way. We serve in Marshall, NC, Hot Springs Town NC; Asheville Township NC; Woodfin Town NC; Reems Creek Township NC; Lower Hominy Township NC; and the surrounding areas. Excavating Company, Excavation Service, Excavating Contractor, Excavating Construction, Grading and Excavation Residential Excavation, Septics, Demolition, Ponds, Walls, Waterfalls, Footing Services, For more information visit our website: https://excavatingcontractormarshallnc.com/

"Matt/Logan are extremely professional. They always show up on time and provide a great customer experience! Would recommend hands down!"

Mack c on February 2024

Roberts Construction & Grading specializes in residential excavation, septic systems, demolition, ponds, walls, and waterfalls in Marshall, NC. Quality construction, your way. We serve in Marshall, NC, Hot Springs Town NC; Asheville Township NC; Woodfin Town NC; Reems Creek Township NC; Lower Hominy Township NC; and the surrounding areas. Excavating Company, Excavation Service, Excavating Contractor, Excavating Construction, Grading and Excavation Residential Excavation, Septics, Demolition, Ponds, Walls, Waterfalls, Footing Services, For more information visit our website: https://excavatingcontractormarshallnc.com/

"Matt/Logan are extremely professional. They always show up on time and provide a great customer experience! Would recommend hands down!"

Mack c on February 2024

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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. 

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

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.

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