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Avatar for Chickamauga Construction, LLC
Chickamauga Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

With 20 years of experience in the concrete and excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from concrete to excavating. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Chickamauga Construction, LLC, a call today. We look forward to working with you! Please add as much detail in your description of your project as you can. When we evaluate the cost of your lead we look for details on your project and if there are none, we typically will not pay for the lead. Thanks so much! We want to do your work.

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Driveway
Retaining Wall
Helical Pile Installation - Foundation Repair
Concrete Patio and Retaining Wall

+24

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Legacy Land Services
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \n

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+7

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Big Harry's Tree Experts LLC
5.0(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Big Harry's Tree Experts LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Junk R Us LLC
4.7(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

- At Junk 'R Us, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. We operate with unwavering integrity, ensuring that every interaction and service we provide is grounded in honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior. Our commitment to a customer-first approach sets us apart – we prioritize your needs, concerns, and satisfaction above all else. \n- Integrity is at the heart of our operations. We believe in doing what's right, even when no one is watching. From our initial contact to the final sweep, you can trust that we will handle your belongings and spaces with the utmost care and respect. We are dedicated to providing you with accurate information, fair pricing, and efficient solutions, so you can rely on us to deliver on our promises every time.

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Carport Clean-up!
Yard Clean-up!
Front Porch Clean-up!

+12

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wilamut Construction Co. LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Wilamut Construction prides themselves on all types of exterior work. With a passion and 6 years of experience for grading, land clearing, site prep, and bush hogging/ brush cutting, Wyatt is able to make your dream a reality. Equipment ranging from bulldozers, excavators and track loader, Wyatt is prepared for any project no matter the size. Give Wilamut a call- for your next big idea project!

Pool House Framing
Pool House Framing
Pool House Framing
Dirt Work
Dirt Work

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Triple J Land Service, LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Triple J Land Service, LLC is 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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+18

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
R&S Land Services
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Luke Sneed Lawn and Land Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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

Response time7 hrs
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Blewett Outdoor Living
4.5(
115
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Blewett Outdoor Living is family owned and operated and has been in business since 2009. We are capable and equipped to complete any commercial or residential projects. Blewett Outdoor Living strives to provide quality workmanship at a competitive price with regular continuing education on the products and services provided.

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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, TN homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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