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Noble Landscaping & Construction
3.9(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Summertown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Noble Landscaping did a perfect finishing of a great job. The planting was exactly what I wanted. I am so glad I chose him for the project. I am very satisfied with the finished project"
Landscaping Project
Mowing season
Mowing
Pressure washing
Landscaping Project

+92

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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MackWay LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Summertown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

When you hire MackWay, you can expect:\n\n* Prompt and reliable service\n* Honest, upfront pricing\n* Professional and courteous communication\n* Careful handling of your property\n* Clean, efficient work from start to finish\n\nWe’re a locally owned business dedicated to earning your trust through quality service and attention to detail. We look forward to helping you with your next removal project and becoming your go-to hauling partner.

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Collinwood Excavation
4.3(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Summertown, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Obviously, they are very professional at what they do. They arrived at the agreed upon time, worked quickly and efficiently, cutting, grading and felling the trees. Tommy and his associate were friendly and courteous, asking the right questions to ensure that we were satisfied with the service. They did more than we had anticipated in such a short time. I certainly will recommend them."
Pool Prep & Backfill
Lot clearing
Pool Grading
Bushhogging
Basement Dig

+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a â…ś-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

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