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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Monterey - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monterey, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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"We had two different grades of stone delivered and installed. The second delivery was delayed by a mistake at the quarry but Jonathan at Putnam Greenspace worked with us and the quarry to reschedule the second delivery /install went as perfectly as the first."
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+21

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mason's Tractor Worx
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monterey, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Responded quickly Strong communication Provided ideas and solutions for my project Eddie removed tree stumps, leveled an area, and put down sand so that our area is ready for an above ground pool installation."
Tractor Worx
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Paul C. Winchester Construction
3.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monterey, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Paul and his crew were very professional, very courteous, answered all our questions and concerns. Paul provided his recommendations when we were unsure of certain aspects of our project. Would definitely recommend him and would not hesitate to hire him for our other projects"
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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.

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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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