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Avatar for Tri Cities Excavation LLC
Tri Cities Excavation LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and Mike did a fantastic job in a timely manner. Very knowledgeable in their profession. We would highly recommend them!"
Lake
Land Clearing Before and After.
Before and After of Gravel Driveway Install.
Before and After of seven acres of Pine trees.
Pond

+20

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Lyman Brothers Construction
Lyman Brothers Construction
5.0(
10
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great crew to work with. Next day after our first meeting I received sketches of the kitchen we discussed. They really listened to our needs and gave several options. We did a kitchen remodel, new flooring, interior painting, and a new deck with storage shed. Sam and the whole staff are amazing."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3D Lawn Maintenance
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are respectful of property and do a complete job including cleanup. Great communication and finishes in a timely manner. Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Dert Ops
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Dert Opz, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

Our work
Our work
Our work
Our work
Our work

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M&L Lumber and Excavating
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were excited to have Landon & his team. They provided a positive presence at our home. They had all equipment needed to do an expert job within a short period of time. I would be happy to recommend them to others."
Before
Before
During project.
Maple tree removal
After

+49

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Broady's Dirtworx, LLC
5.0(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good call back and helpful to get you what you need. Was very happy with the next day service which is not always the case in East Tennessee. Highly recommend this contractor."
pad
pad
land clearing
land clearing
roadway

+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gwin's Excavating
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"very upfront about pricing. easy to work with. very personable"
Job under $1,000
AFTER
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Virginia Woodland Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ben and Randy did a great job on my projects. They get done whatever you ask them to do."
Shower hardware
Shower fixture
Towel rack
Bathroom sink fixture
Farm

+21

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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. 

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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