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Smoky Top Contractor
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Mascot, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We were extremely pleased with every aspect of this project. Response to our inquiry was prompt. Mickey explained the job completely and offered excellent suggestions. The results was more than we texpected for less than our budget. Work was done promptly, efficiently and professionally. Clean up was very well done. I would not hesitate to recommend Smoky Top Contractors."
Pavers
Concrete Patio
Landscaping Project
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Concrete Patio

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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
ETERNAL OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS LLC
4.7(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mascot, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Eternal Lawn & Landscaping! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Valley Crest Services
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Mascot, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased with the work, kept me informed every step of the way, on time, knowledgeable, experienced and professional. I will use Valley Crest Services when I need work performed!"
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Stiles Property Maintenance
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mascot, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Tristen did more than removes trees. He mulched and aerated the yard. There was two days of work and all the jobs were completed. He was pleasant to work with. Communicated."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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. 

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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