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Avatar for Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elliot and Sons Excavating gave very good service at a very good price. I will be contracting them again for more work. They are a very good company!"
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewerline

+14

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Creative Excavating Concepts, LLC
Creative Excavating Concepts, LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The quality of the work and responsiveness were top notch. It has been a pleasure doing business with Creative Bobcat Concepts; Cory is extremely honest, hard working, very knowledgeable about excavation best practices, and provides very reasonable and fair pricing. Within hours of my request for quotation, Cory drove 1 ½ hours to examine the work necessary, provided a quotation the next day, and completed the job in a timely manner within the highest standards of quality. Thank you Cory, Creative Bobcat Concepts has my highest personal recommendation."
Start house seat and footers
Houses seat+ footings
House seat and footers
Houses seat+ footings
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blackjack Land Management
5.0(
17
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Blackjack Land Management did a phenomenal job. I was very pleased with their finished work. Their pricing was very reasonable. They completed the work in a timely manner as agreed. Great teamwork by the crew. I would definitely recommend Blackjack Land Management if you have any excavating or clearing projects. Very professional and trust worthy. They also provide other services that I am sure they would do a pleasing job."
Land Clearing & Finish Grade
Site Work For A Barndo.   Lots and lots Of Dirt Moved!!!!
Electrical Trench Install Up in the Smokey Mountains
Forestry Mulching
Electrical Trench Install

+92

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dirt works llc
4.7(
20
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Jay did an excellent job. He dug out a footing for a pergola and made my pond larger. I recommend him to anyone. He knows what he is doing. And does it well."
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Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fanel Hardscapes and Landscapes
4.7(
31
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Did a good job and did it efficiently and at a good price. Repaired two brick cement driveway entrances. Looks so much better now. Would hire again."
Landscaping Project
Stone and Gravel Project
Concrete walkway
Gravity blocks wall and bricks pavers patio
Concrete Pouring and Repair Project

+280

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Springs Land Management
5.0(
7
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Super great job. Came and gave estimate and showed up in time. Even came under the hours estimated. He was very honest. A man of his word. We have hired him for a phase 2 of the work we need done. Very, very satisfied with his work."
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Landscaping Project
Driveway and Building Pad Installation
Landscaping Project

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Valley Crest Services
4.9(
30
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Clayton is the best out there. In a time where just getting someone to show up is half the battle, he goes above and beyond. He is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things. He kept us updated on the timing of our project. The construction field is very busy at the moment, but he made sure to let us know when plans had to change due to weather and supply issues. He accepts nothing less than perfection and left our property spotless, unlike contractors in the past."
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+38

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Andrew Pazder Excavation
Andrew Pazder Excavation
5.0(
2
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Serving Powell, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

I started off in a skid steer at young age with my family owning an excavation business and became very interested at a young age. I’ve been in excavation full time since I was 15 years old working at 2 grading company’s one residential and the other commercial to better my knowledge for whatever the job throws at my crew and I.

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Project petree
Lake view lot
Lake view lot
Lake view lot

+16

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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. 

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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