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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Cross Plains - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Cross Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had never met Trent before this job. I selected him because he came off as honest, he was local and seemed to be raised right and promised he would not stop until I was happy. He did not disappoint Trent was awesome to work with and his pricing was fair. He excavated for a llarge pool and stayed within level range throughout . Will call him for landscaping around the pool and and hillside excavation in a month. Highly recommended"
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Noble Landscaping & Construction
4.0(
53
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cross Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and his coworker finished the job in 90 minutes! I absolutely love how it turned out. He is so friendly and patient with my questions. Ken gave me some advice on what to use to keep my garden beautiful. I would definitely recommend Noble Landscaping and Construction if you're looking to beautify your yard."
Landscaping Project
Mowing season
Mowing
Pressure washing
Landscaping Project

+92

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
Avatar for German Trucking & Excavating
German Trucking & Excavating
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cross Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"He was on time and did a fantastic job. I need my pool backfilled and the spoils moved to a couple hole in my yard. He did it fast clean and exactly the way I wanted. Will definitely use again. I’m a Supt. For a large construction guy. Wish all my site guys worked like him."
Residential Landscaping
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southern Style Fence LLC
Southern Style Fence LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cross Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are 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.

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Excavating FAQs, 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 is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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