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Avatar for Blewett Outdoor Living
Blewett Outdoor Living
4.5(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional company with a reasonable cost and totally dependable. I have future projects including hardscapes which I will definitely use Blewett again! Thank you, Corey!"
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+14

Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Woodrum Landscape and Design
4.7(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Woodrum Landscaping did a fantastic job. Started and completed job quickly. Their design for my yard was exactly what was needed. I would highly recommend them."
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Chickamauga Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Chickamauga Construction is a first-rate business. They went way beyond our expectations. Martin is both courteous and very knowledgeable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED."
Concrete Parking
Driveway
Retaining Wall
Helical Pile Installation - Foundation Repair
Concrete Patio and Retaining Wall

+24

Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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All Around Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very pleased with our completed projects. Everything was done in a timely manner. Everyone were cordial, knowledgeable and professional. Obvious caring about the finished job. Ethan is a true professional."
Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Foskey Exteriors, LLC
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had front porch posts installed. Hunter Fosky did a fantastic job. Definitely recommend"
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+48

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Global Land Solutions
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Jared is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Legacy Land Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great group of guys. Had my septic system dug and placed in just two days! Very reliable and will contact you at any moment there seems to be a problem."
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+7

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AZ Outdoor Services
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very happy with monthly yard maintenance. Removed shrubs as instructed quickly & efficiently."
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+91

Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Junk R Us LLC
4.7(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Ooltewah, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JunkRUs LLC did an excellent job of tearing down a shed in my back yard that a huge pine tree fell on. They worked quickly and efficiently to get the job done. They hauled the remains of the building and ALL the debris off. The area where the shed once stood was left perfectly clean. The owners were courteous, polite, and just good people to do business with. I highly recommend them."
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+12

Response time10 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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