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Excavation pros in Knoxville

R&M Building and Remodeling
Pickett Mill Road
No reviews
R&M Building and Remodeling
Pickett Mill Road
No reviews
8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!


Herrco, Inc.
424 N High St, Suite 200
5.00(
1
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Herrco, Inc.
424 N High St, Suite 200
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Herrco Foundation Solutions where we offer comprehensive concrete restoration services to meet all your concrete repair needs. Our team of experts specializes in a wide range of services, including crack repair, helical piers, polyurethane injection, and stabilization. Our state-of-the-art equipment and skilled professionals allow us to complete any concrete repair job quickly and efficiently, for a fraction of the cost of replacement. By choosing our services, you can eliminate tripping hazards thus reducing slip and fall liability, ensuring the safety of your property and its visitors. Trust us to deliver high-quality results that will stand the test of time and give your concrete surfaces a new lease on life. Don't let cracked, uneven, or damaged concrete surfaces detract from the beauty and safety of your property. Contact us today to ensure that your concrete surfaces are restored to their original condition and strength.

"Fantastic, they came out and poured a large section of my driveway that had turned to rubble, and they also replaced part of my walkway that had two large cracks in a section. They dug it out, put the forms up, and after their finish work it looks perfect and blends in well! Great work and will definitely use them again."

Logan S on July 2024

Welcome to Herrco Foundation Solutions where we offer comprehensive concrete restoration services to meet all your concrete repair needs. Our team of experts specializes in a wide range of services, including crack repair, helical piers, polyurethane injection, and stabilization. Our state-of-the-art equipment and skilled professionals allow us to complete any concrete repair job quickly and efficiently, for a fraction of the cost of replacement. By choosing our services, you can eliminate tripping hazards thus reducing slip and fall liability, ensuring the safety of your property and its visitors. Trust us to deliver high-quality results that will stand the test of time and give your concrete surfaces a new lease on life. Don't let cracked, uneven, or damaged concrete surfaces detract from the beauty and safety of your property. Contact us today to ensure that your concrete surfaces are restored to their original condition and strength.

"Fantastic, they came out and poured a large section of my driveway that had turned to rubble, and they also replaced part of my walkway that had two large cracks in a section. They dug it out, put the forms up, and after their finish work it looks perfect and blends in well! Great work and will definitely use them again."

Logan S on July 2024



Lewis Brothers Excavating and Construction
No reviews
Lewis Brothers Excavating and Construction
No reviews
1 years of experience

We have the right attitude we get the work done in timely and professional manner We specialize in Bobcat work Demolition Lot clearing Site prep concrete landscaping

We have the right attitude we get the work done in timely and professional manner We specialize in Bobcat work Demolition Lot clearing Site prep concrete landscaping


Quality Paving
889 Sugarloaf Lane
No reviews
Quality Paving
889 Sugarloaf Lane
No reviews
74 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and family operated business! We offer driveway resurfacing, sealcoating, tearing out old driveways, installation of new driveways, and pothole repairs. We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Contact us for a free quote for all your asphalt needs!

We are a locally owned and family operated business! We offer driveway resurfacing, sealcoating, tearing out old driveways, installation of new driveways, and pothole repairs. We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Contact us for a free quote for all your asphalt needs!


SCF Services
4.88(
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SCF Services
4.88(
130
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business serving east Tennessee. We have been in business since 2017. We offer Landscape services, Lighting, Concrete repair/New Concrete, Patios, Decks, Fencing, Pressure Washing, Drainage, Minor Foundation Repair, Grading, Excavation, Demolition, Flooring, Interior Renovations, Painting, Trim Carpentry and more. We have worked with high volume realtors who needed a one stop shop with good turn around time. We don’t do plumbing, electrical or roofing. No project is too big or small. Call us today and schedule a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Same day service. Highly recommend."

Sam H on July 2025

We are a family owned and operated business serving east Tennessee. We have been in business since 2017. We offer Landscape services, Lighting, Concrete repair/New Concrete, Patios, Decks, Fencing, Pressure Washing, Drainage, Minor Foundation Repair, Grading, Excavation, Demolition, Flooring, Interior Renovations, Painting, Trim Carpentry and more. We have worked with high volume realtors who needed a one stop shop with good turn around time. We don’t do plumbing, electrical or roofing. No project is too big or small. Call us today and schedule a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Same day service. Highly recommend."

Sam H on July 2025


Timber Tenn
No reviews
Timber Tenn
No reviews
16 years of experience

Timber Tenn offers excavating work in the Knoxville and surrounding areas. With expert operators and a lineup of excavation machinery, you can expect quality work.

Timber Tenn offers excavating work in the Knoxville and surrounding areas. With expert operators and a lineup of excavation machinery, you can expect quality work.


Reece Construction
145 Temperance Lane
4.40(
5
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Reece Construction
145 Temperance Lane
4.40(
5
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Customers say: Terrific value
2 years of experience

We offer clearing , grading, dig footers, house pads, driveways and dig water lines and electric lines. Professional work and honest operators.

"Job not completed. They put my driveway going straight up the hill. No switchbacks. The only way to get up to camper pad was to use 4 wheel drive. The road is totally washed out. They did not fix it as promised. Then they put my camper pad below my septic. I did supply them with all septic info from the health department. After having a meeting with them, they did put in another pad above septic. I continued to speak of my concern with the driveway many times, and they said they would address it. They cleared the path for power lines but left 2 trees in the way. They have not returned to remove them or fix my washed-out driveway. I am so disappointed in how I have been taken advantage of."

Dona H on August 2024

We offer clearing , grading, dig footers, house pads, driveways and dig water lines and electric lines. Professional work and honest operators.

"Job not completed. They put my driveway going straight up the hill. No switchbacks. The only way to get up to camper pad was to use 4 wheel drive. The road is totally washed out. They did not fix it as promised. Then they put my camper pad below my septic. I did supply them with all septic info from the health department. After having a meeting with them, they did put in another pad above septic. I continued to speak of my concern with the driveway many times, and they said they would address it. They cleared the path for power lines but left 2 trees in the way. They have not returned to remove them or fix my washed-out driveway. I am so disappointed in how I have been taken advantage of."

Dona H on August 2024


Finnish Land Clearing
No reviews
Finnish Land Clearing
No reviews

I offer services for land clearing (forestry mulching), excavating, tree and brush removal, bush hogging, and more.

I offer services for land clearing (forestry mulching), excavating, tree and brush removal, bush hogging, and more.


Delmars Excavating
349 Country Way Drive
No reviews
Delmars Excavating
349 Country Way Drive
No reviews
5 years of experience

OWNER OPERATED: Excavating jobs small or large 18 years experience in construction Road building Drainage correction Drain lines Drain tile systems Sewer hookups Water lines Landscaping Scraping Grading Footers Demolition

OWNER OPERATED: Excavating jobs small or large 18 years experience in construction Road building Drainage correction Drain lines Drain tile systems Sewer hookups Water lines Landscaping Scraping Grading Footers Demolition

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FAQs for excavation projects in Knoxville, TN

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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