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J&S Construction and Remodeling
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Serving Decherd, 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

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Tennessee Property Enhancers, LLC
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Serving Decherd, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"Jared is extremely professional and always shows up when he says he will. He is honest about his work and genuinely wants to help with your issues in any way he can. My yard had a ton of standing water after it would rain. Jared came back several times to find the right solution for this yard. He ended up installing 6 drains in the yard and we can already see a HUGE improvement after rain. He has checked in on us several times since the installation. If you are looking for any type of grading or drain work look no further! I would definitely recommend Tennessee Property Enhancers and would use them again should I need any further work done. It is hard to find an honest company that sticks to their word. I had several other people not show up or provide inaccurate information before I spoke with Jared. I felt his pricing was fair and he completed the job in a timely fashion. I couldn't ask for a better professional to work with to fix this issue. Thank you Jared and Tennessee Property Enhancers!"
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Estill Springs Land Clear
Estill Springs Land Clear
Estill Springs Land Clear

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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
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Black Water Construction
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Serving Decherd, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired these guys to clear off my land to build my home. They cleared the land, installed a septic, built my house pad, built my driveway, and placed my water line & underground electric. These guys were phenomenal. I would recommend them to everyone needing some work done!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Dan's Digs
4.9(
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Serving Decherd, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan and his brother do awesome work! Very reliable,work was completed to my satisfaction and in a very timely manner. They both were very professional and 2 of the nicest people you will ever meet! I would highly recommend this company. His bid was very responsible!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
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Nicks Construction and Remodeling
4.2(
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Serving Decherd, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome work crew with focus on the task at hand. LOVE the bathroom remodel they did. Corner toilet, corner cabinet, vanity, walk-in shower and doors, and tile flooring. professional, courteous and respectful. The fact that they do it all from carpentry and plumbing to electrical work is a big plus in their favor. I'd hire them again."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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.

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.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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