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Avatar for J&O Demolition and Excavation
J&O Demolition and Excavation
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. They were very nice and completed the work in one day."
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation

+7

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had never met Trent before this job. I selected him because he came off as honest, he was local and seemed to be raised right and promised he would not stop until I was happy. He did not disappoint Trent was awesome to work with and his pricing was fair. He excavated for a llarge pool and stayed within level range throughout . Will call him for landscaping around the pool and and hillside excavation in a month. Highly recommended"
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
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Additional Photos

+17

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avatar for Flautt Construction, LLC
Flautt Construction, LLC
3.8(
70
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job in a timely manner. We couldn't be happier."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avatar for Allen's Construction & Wreckin'
Allen's Construction & Wreckin'
4.9(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Allen's Construction & Wreckin' for years they are amazing they always go above and beyond I would highly recommend to anyone in need of excavation to contact Allen's Construction & Wreckin' they are the best."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Watkins Lawn Care
Watkins Lawn Care
4.8(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was the third time using Watkins LawnCare. Can not say enough about their work or customer service. Excellent experience all the way from start to finish."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Avatar for Noble Landscaping & Construction
Noble Landscaping & Construction
4.0(
53
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and his coworker finished the job in 90 minutes! I absolutely love how it turned out. He is so friendly and patient with my questions. Ken gave me some advice on what to use to keep my garden beautiful. I would definitely recommend Noble Landscaping and Construction if you're looking to beautify your yard."
Landscaping Project
Mowing season
Mowing
Pressure washing
Landscaping Project

+92

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Avatar for Yardvark Landscape Management
Yardvark Landscape Management
4.2(
21
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick and his crew were very easy to work with. They worked with us to develop an outdoor lighting plan that was in our budget and performed the work in a short time frame-- in freezing weather. Everything was done professionally, as promised."
Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Avatar for BAND OF BROTHERS LAND SOLUTIONS CORP
BAND OF BROTHERS LAND SOLUTIONS CORP
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"These guys came out and removed some trees for my in-laws. They had very competitive pricing! They showed up when they said they would and did a great job! Would define recommend them to anyone."
Kevins Pad
Kevins Pad
Kevins Pad
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Avatar for German Trucking & Excavating
German Trucking & Excavating
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"He was on time and did a fantastic job. I need my pool backfilled and the spoils moved to a couple hole in my yard. He did it fast clean and exactly the way I wanted. Will definitely use again. I’m a Supt. For a large construction guy. Wish all my site guys worked like him."
Residential Landscaping
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RLP Construction
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Roberto and his team are very clean. They did a really good job and got the job done on time"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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