Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Bristol, TN

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Excavation pros in Bristol

Avatar for Onsite Construction
Onsite Construction
4.2(
37
)

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Knew how to anticipate unusual problems with system. When rock was encountered they rolled with it and did not charge extra. Great job of cleanup afterward - burned brush after clearing, then carefully buried remains of the fire. The TN environmental inspector obviously knew them well and had approved their work before. OnSite also guided me through the permitting process. They were easy to work with and seemed to have a lot of experience. They did a good job of explaining why the new installation had to be done the way it was done."
New Driveway
Driveway repair in progress
Shell
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for TC Companies LLC
TC Companies LLC
5.0(
7
)

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This team was quick to respond to any communication and completed some top quality work in an efficient and timely manner. Even after running into a couple unexpected hiccups (no way to have known or prevented), they immediately went into action with a solution! My wall turned out amazing! We couldn’t be happier with the work or the crew! Thanks Tim & Chris!"
before
retaining wall
before we started
gravel footer
retaining wall

+30

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Diamond Back Excavation
Diamond Back Excavation
5.0(
6
)

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Diamondback excavation did a wonderful job on building a paver patio in my backyard. They were reasonable with their prices and were always on schedule. They completed the patio and it looks wonderful."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Broady's Dirtworx, LLC
Broady's Dirtworx, LLC
5.0(
9
)

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Easy to work with. Did what he said he would do and did it well. Showed up when he said, Respondied quickly. Finished when he said, and made sure I liked it. Price was what we agreed on before starting. Highly recommend Jonathan and his father. Wish everyone was like that, but they are not. Building a home and seen â em all!"
pad
pad
land clearing
land clearing
roadway

+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
MGT Enterprise
5.0(
9
)

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

"I had an old raggedy 2500 square foot house I needed tore down and the ground completely leveled and MGT Enterprise were life savers. When I called and asked for a quote they were there with bells on to give me my free estimate. I called several other excavation companies to get other quotes and opinions. MGT Enterprise was definitely not the cheapest estimate I received but it was well worth the price. The owner, Shaun, informed me the quote was a ball park estimate but the price for whatever reason would not go up. He then called several places for all the materials to be hauled to and from for the best prices and shortest distance to save me as much money as possible. My final price was almost $3000 less than the price I was quoted. WOW! When choosing who to hire I looked for quality not quantity and they were the best. Everyone had great personalities and attitudes, very punctual and just all around a great team. Their honesty and integrity was very important to me. I will most definitely be calling them again."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Showing 1-10 of 43

FAQs for excavation projects in Bristol, 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.

The Bristol, TN homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.