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Lyman Brothers Construction
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great crew to work with. Next day after our first meeting I received sketches of the kitchen we discussed. They really listened to our needs and gave several options. We did a kitchen remodel, new flooring, interior painting, and a new deck with storage shed. Sam and the whole staff are amazing."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3D Lawn Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are respectful of property and do a complete job including cleanup. Great communication and finishes in a timely manner. Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Dert Ops
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Dert Opz, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M&L Lumber and Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very friendly but were professional in their job. They worked slowly on removing the tree from my house making sure nothing was damaged. They cleaned up after themselves including putting grass seeds down and straw. I would most currently hire them again."
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Maple tree removal
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Broady's Dirtworx, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good call back and helpful to get you what you need. Was very happy with the next day service which is not always the case in East Tennessee. Highly recommend this contractor."
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land clearing
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+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gwin's Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gwins Excavating did an outstanding job preparing the site for our retaining wall. Josh was professional, efficient, and precise, ensuring the excavation was done perfectly. The entire process was smooth, and the results exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend their services!"
Job under $1,000
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Response time1 day
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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