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Layne Construction, LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent customer service! Friendly, efficient, and knowledgable!"
Septic Installation
Septic System
Driveway and culvert
Driveway and culvert
Waterline Install

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Neblettric
4.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mat is very efficient in his work. He gets things done in a timely manner I will be hiring again for any other work I need done."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VolLand Solutions Inc
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had our driveway cut, and these guys were extremely professional from start to finish. The price was very reasonable for the amount of work needed. They provided a quick quote and completed the job in a timely manner. Everything turned out great — highly recommend this company!"
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Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix

+10

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Revolutionary Contracting
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional honest and say what they mean I can do this. Or we canâ t. They wonâ t say they can do something they canâ t"
New roof
New roof
Storm Damage
Storm Damage
Storm Damage

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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American Excavating
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"So happy with our pool. From the estimate to the completion of our project it has been so easy working with the owner. Our backyard has been transformed feel like I am at a hotel when I am swimming in our pool. They were affordable too , 1/3 of the price of pool and spa depo and way better service."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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