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Avatar for Blackjack Land Management
Blackjack Land Management
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cody is The Best. Done Exactly what he said he would do and Actually went Above and Beyond my Expectations, which is saying a lot because I do have high standards on things getting done Right and the way I want them to. I was compelled to pay More than I had even planned because of the High Quality of work which he did! Thanks Again Cody for making my Excavation job a Fantastic experience all around and for being a vital part of Our Dream! You will be my Go-To-Mannin the future for all my excavation needs! Your Client, Dan S."
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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Smoky Top Contractor
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We were extremely pleased with every aspect of this project. Response to our inquiry was prompt. Mickey explained the job completely and offered excellent suggestions. The results was more than we texpected for less than our budget. Work was done promptly, efficiently and professionally. Clean up was very well done. I would not hesitate to recommend Smoky Top Contractors."
Pavers
Concrete Patio
Landscaping Project
Pavers
Concrete Patio

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Full Service Property
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Scott replied and quoted my driveway gravel job within minutes and performed the with the next day as promised. He and his worker did an excellent job spreading gravel on my driveway and camper pad and for a great price. Highly recommended!"
Response time1 day
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Lake Mountain Landscaping & Construction LLC
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Terrific value

"They were very fast and did an excellent job in preparing the designated spot for my pool. They flattened a 17' x 10' area then packed it with sand. Would recommend them for future projects."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Excavation & Clearing LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John came to scope the demolition of our in-ground pool, complete with filling and grading. He gave us a reasonable quote and a starting date. He showed up early for site prep and completed on time."
Response time11 hrs
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IVS Construction Corp.
3.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Customers say: Quality work

"Very professional and fast. Hard workers and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend."
Response time3 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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.

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.

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