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Rocky Point Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build
Liberty pond build

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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New Seasons Outdoor Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was excellent. Highly recommend. Was timely professional and the job was great. I needed weeding mulching bush trimming and some older mature plants replaced. He also buried a drain pipe on the side of my home that was exposed. I was very pleased and will use him again."
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Luke Prichard Excavating & Trucking
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

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"Although we only had a small project, Luke came out and did an excellent job. He regraded our driveway as well as some minor excavating. We are very pleased with the final product and would highly recommend Luke and his company for any size job!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McCall Farms Excavation
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great team to work with! I’m a general contractor and they are the only people I’ll use on my projects. I can trust them to get the job done right the first time whether it’s grading, digging utilities, land clearing, or installing septic tanks, etc"
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Top Notch Landscaping
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chance and Scott were punctual, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. They planted 4 cherry trees for me quickly and even gave me good advice on where to plant them. I'd use them for any landscaping anytime"
Response time8 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Noble Landscaping & Construction
3.9(
52
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smithville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and his coworker finished the job in 90 minutes! I absolutely love how it turned out. He is so friendly and patient with my questions. Ken gave me some advice on what to use to keep my garden beautiful. I would definitely recommend Noble Landscaping and Construction if you're looking to beautify your yard."
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+92

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

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.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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