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Tennessee Storm Shelters

127 Waverly Plaza
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•Approved Pro

Tennessee Storm Shelters

127 Waverly Plaza
5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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2021 Winner of the Super Service Award. Our goal is to provide families the protection needed to weather any storm We install the highest quality and industry-leading storm shelters and safe rooms. The storm shelters can be installed in the garage or outdoors along with above ground safe rooms. We offer garage flush mounts, outdoor storm shelters, safe rooms that are ADA Compliant and make it easy for a scooter or wheelchair to enter and exit. We have one just right size shelter for your family to weather any storm. Be sure to ask about our Senior and Military discounts.

"John and his team were excellent from the first conversation to the install. He explained all the options and cost breakdown clearly and worked to ensure we were confident with our decision. He is VERY responsive and his team did an amazing job on the installation. They were timely, courteous and went out of their way to ensure every part of the install was to our expectations. They also cleaned up and ensured our space was spotless before they left. This was an excellent experience and we couldn't be happier with the piece of mind they provided at a great price. If you are considering a storm shelter do yourself a favor and give John a call."

Neftali A on April 2021

2021 Winner of the Super Service Award. Our goal is to provide families the protection needed to weather any storm We install the highest quality and industry-leading storm shelters and safe rooms. The storm shelters can be installed in the garage or outdoors along with above ground safe rooms. We offer garage flush mounts, outdoor storm shelters, safe rooms that are ADA Compliant and make it easy for a scooter or wheelchair to enter and exit. We have one just right size shelter for your family to weather any storm. Be sure to ask about our Senior and Military discounts.

"John and his team were excellent from the first conversation to the install. He explained all the options and cost breakdown clearly and worked to ensure we were confident with our decision. He is VERY responsive and his team did an amazing job on the installation. They were timely, courteous and went out of their way to ensure every part of the install was to our expectations. They also cleaned up and ensured our space was spotless before they left. This was an excellent experience and we couldn't be happier with the piece of mind they provided at a great price. If you are considering a storm shelter do yourself a favor and give John a call."

Neftali A on April 2021

VVM Earthworks

4945 State Route 22A S
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VVM Earthworks

4945 State Route 22A S
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

VVM Earthworks, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do.

VVM Earthworks, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do.

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Kelley DirtworX

3475 Phillips Chapel Road
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Kelley DirtworX

3475 Phillips Chapel Road
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Kelley DirtworX is an excavation company with over a decade of experience, dedicated to providing top notch services to Homeowners, Contractors and Developers. We specialize in land clearing, demolition, site preparation, building pads, trenching, drainage solutions, pool pads, driveways and gravel delivery. Our commitment to safety, efficiency and client satisfaction sets us apart, making us the trusted choice for all excavation projects.

Kelley DirtworX is an excavation company with over a decade of experience, dedicated to providing top notch services to Homeowners, Contractors and Developers. We specialize in land clearing, demolition, site preparation, building pads, trenching, drainage solutions, pool pads, driveways and gravel delivery. Our commitment to safety, efficiency and client satisfaction sets us apart, making us the trusted choice for all excavation projects.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

On average, you’re looking at about 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet. Your actual work time will come down to how many twists and turns there are when digging—such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and whether the ground is frozen.

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.

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. 

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