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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Antioch - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingWater or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+3 more

Serving Antioch, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Trent because he seemed to be a good man. He promised that he would not stop until I was happy. He did not disappoint. He did a fantastic job and his price was competitive. Will definitely use him again for landscaping around pool."
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
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+17

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Southern Style Fence LLC
Southern Style Fence LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Antioch, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Oaks Excavating LLC
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Antioch, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"WOW! I hit the jackpot in using Oaks Excavating service for assistance is removal of various items from my garage! What a great experience! Efficient and thorough to every detail. In just a few hours, our garage was transformed. Drew was amazing and extremely kind in his work! I highly recommend this company for help in removing the clutter!"
We Can Do It
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Cut & Fill Excavations
Cut & Fill Excavations
5.0(
5
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Antioch, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! 5 out of 5. Jacob was prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and easy to talk with when we discussed the work to be done. On the work day, he frequently asked if I was ok with what and how they were doing. The result exceeded my expectations. Quality of work and customer service I received were exceptional."
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The Pinewood compound
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Morrison camp and home
The Pinewood compound

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Antioch, TN

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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