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McCall Farms Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving McMinnville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"McCall Farms Excavation did a phenomenal job on grading and clearing my property in a really short time frame. That help me tremendously to be able to complete my project in time. They are always ready to work and never disappoint, to this day, I still call McCall Farms for service such as dump truck deliveries, excavation, and land clearing. I strongly recommend giving them a call, they are the best around Middle Tennessee."
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Junk R Us LLC
4.7(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving McMinnville, 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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Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tennessee Storm Shelters
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving McMinnville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

2021 Winner of the Super Service Award. Our goal is to provide families the protection needed to weather any storm We install the highest quality and industry-leading storm shelters and safe rooms. The storm shelters can be installed in the garage or outdoors along with above ground safe rooms. We offer garage flush mounts, outdoor storm shelters, safe rooms that are ADA Compliant and make it easy for a scooter or wheelchair to enter and exit. We have one just right size shelter for your family to weather any storm. Be sure to ask about our Senior and Military discounts.

Tornado Storm Shelter Installed in the Garage
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+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Zeigler Excavation
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving McMinnville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Bynum's Excavating
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving McMinnville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Bynum's Excavating 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.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VolLand Solutions Inc
4.3(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving McMinnville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n \nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you \n

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FAQs for excavation projects in McMinnville, 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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