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Lyman Brothers Construction
5.0(
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Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
16 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%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

"We were excited to have Landon & his team. They provided a positive presence at our home. They had all equipment needed to do an expert job within a short period of time. I would be happy to recommend them to others."
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Maple tree removal
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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

"Would definitely recommend to anyone needing work done. Reliable, and did a great job, Was great to answer any questions I had. If I ever need work in the future I will definitely hire them again."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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. 

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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