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*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Melrose, TN is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

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Last update on December 03, 2025

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Avatar for Cut & Fill Excavations

Cut & Fill Excavations

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Cut & Fill Excavations

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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

Cutting the ground down or building it up, ground work doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have you have a project in mind, we can get it done!

"The work was fantastic."

Don P on September 2025

Cutting the ground down or building it up, ground work doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have you have a project in mind, we can get it done!

"The work was fantastic."

Don P on September 2025

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Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC

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Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

Brush removal, minor and major landscape, sod install, grading, excavation, stump grinding, and more!!! Have an idea for your home or business, we can make it a reality. We offer affordable prices, and quality work guaranteed!

"Great. Great guy honest pricing and great work Done at the time he said he finish"

Chris B on April 2021

Brush removal, minor and major landscape, sod install, grading, excavation, stump grinding, and more!!! Have an idea for your home or business, we can make it a reality. We offer affordable prices, and quality work guaranteed!

"Great. Great guy honest pricing and great work Done at the time he said he finish"

Chris B on April 2021

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Rapid Response Plumbing Heating and Cooling

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Rapid Response Plumbing Heating and Cooling

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88 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.

"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"

Laura G on February 2025

Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.

"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"

Laura G on February 2025

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Tennessee Storm Shelters

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Tennessee Storm Shelters

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

2021 Winner of the Super Service Award. Our goal is to provide families the protection needed to weather any storm We install the highest quality and industry-leading storm shelters and safe rooms. The storm shelters can be installed in the garage or outdoors along with above ground safe rooms. We offer garage flush mounts, outdoor storm shelters, safe rooms that are ADA Compliant and make it easy for a scooter or wheelchair to enter and exit. We have one just right size shelter for your family to weather any storm. Be sure to ask about our Senior and Military discounts.

"John and his team were excellent from the first conversation to the install. He explained all the options and cost breakdown clearly and worked to ensure we were confident with our decision. He is VERY responsive and his team did an amazing job on the installation. They were timely, courteous and went out of their way to ensure every part of the install was to our expectations. They also cleaned up and ensured our space was spotless before they left. This was an excellent experience and we couldn't be happier with the piece of mind they provided at a great price. If you are considering a storm shelter do yourself a favor and give John a call."

Neftali A on April 2021

2021 Winner of the Super Service Award. Our goal is to provide families the protection needed to weather any storm We install the highest quality and industry-leading storm shelters and safe rooms. The storm shelters can be installed in the garage or outdoors along with above ground safe rooms. We offer garage flush mounts, outdoor storm shelters, safe rooms that are ADA Compliant and make it easy for a scooter or wheelchair to enter and exit. We have one just right size shelter for your family to weather any storm. Be sure to ask about our Senior and Military discounts.

"John and his team were excellent from the first conversation to the install. He explained all the options and cost breakdown clearly and worked to ensure we were confident with our decision. He is VERY responsive and his team did an amazing job on the installation. They were timely, courteous and went out of their way to ensure every part of the install was to our expectations. They also cleaned up and ensured our space was spotless before they left. This was an excellent experience and we couldn't be happier with the piece of mind they provided at a great price. If you are considering a storm shelter do yourself a favor and give John a call."

Neftali A on April 2021

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Hawks Land Clearing and Development

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Hawks Land Clearing and Development

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2 years of experience

We specialize in land clearing, cutting back overgrown areas on larger properties using a tracked skid steer or excavator depending on the job. Some of our other services include stump grinding, stump removal, mulching, grading, or even just leaving a pile for you to burn, the choice is yours. Free estimates to first time customers!

We specialize in land clearing, cutting back overgrown areas on larger properties using a tracked skid steer or excavator depending on the job. Some of our other services include stump grinding, stump removal, mulching, grading, or even just leaving a pile for you to burn, the choice is yours. Free estimates to first time customers!

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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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!

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Earth designs tn

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Earth designs tn

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17 years of experience

Upgrade you and your family’s lifestyle by bringing your backyard back to life. We do paver patios with fire pits , fireplaces, retaining walls, brick, concrete and outdoor lighting . We offer a diversity of jobs that could bring a huge potential and impact to your home. We also fix water issues downspouts, channel drains, french drains, positive drains, we also excavate and grading. We are licensed and insured and we do Guarantee our work.

Upgrade you and your family’s lifestyle by bringing your backyard back to life. We do paver patios with fire pits , fireplaces, retaining walls, brick, concrete and outdoor lighting . We offer a diversity of jobs that could bring a huge potential and impact to your home. We also fix water issues downspouts, channel drains, french drains, positive drains, we also excavate and grading. We are licensed and insured and we do Guarantee our work.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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.

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