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Avatar for Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
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Serving Rickman, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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"I had a significant erosion problem on a sloped portion of my yard. Putnam Greenspace provided a quote that included the cost of all materials, so I knew what I would be paying. The topsoil was delivered, graded, raked, and seeded. Erosion control netting was laid down and all was done on time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Putnam Greenspace to anyone. As an addition to this project, Putnam Greenspace also cleared out an old burn pile in my back yard that included concrete blocks and fence wire. This was not a job that I could easily have accomplished - if at all - by hand. The site was left cleared and leveled and ready to go."
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+21

Response time10 hrs
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Golden Mountain Excavation & Clearing LLC
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Serving Rickman, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Offers commercial services

"They were able to get to my project right on schedule and completed the task ahead of schedule. They are very professional and quality focused. Would recommend them to anyone for excavation , site prep and clearing."
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+6

Response time3 days
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S&W Dirtworks/Forestry Mulching
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Serving Rickman, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"i had S&W do some work clearing and preparing for a new building and not only did they do a amazing job they did it very quickly! very pleased with the work they did!"
Response time3 days
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Paul C. Winchester Construction
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Serving Rickman, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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"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
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Boysel Custom Patio And Hardscaping
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Serving Rickman, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Donald and Mike did some great work digging under my footer for a waterline access. I also had him remove 4 trees for me. He was right on time, did a great job, at a very reasonable rate. I will definitely use them again. Thanks Donald! Margaret Clark"
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+47

Response time5 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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