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Avatar for Black Water Construction
Black Water Construction
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired these guys to clear off my land to build my home. They cleared the land, installed a septic, built my house pad, built my driveway, and placed my water line & underground electric. These guys were phenomenal. I would recommend them to everyone needing some work done!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chickamauga Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Very professional, on time and delivered topsoil that was exactly what he said it would be. I strongly recommend using Martin."
Concrete Parking
Driveway
Retaining Wall
Helical Pile Installation - Foundation Repair
Concrete Patio and Retaining Wall

+24

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dega Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everyone I was in touch with was very friendly made sure I was happy with their work and was accommodating professional and kept in touch if there was a delay. GREAT PEOPLE."
French Drain on high side of barn
Multiple Utilities Supply Ditch
Multiple Utilities Supply Ditch
During Clean Up
After Machine Grading

+7

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Legacy Land Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great group of guys. Had my septic system dug and placed in just two days! Very reliable and will contact you at any moment there seems to be a problem."
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+7

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Junk R Us LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trustworthy, professional, on time, great communication, wonderful work ethic, cared about doing quality work at a fair price, went above and beyond to do an excellent job of cleaning old burned down barn debris, removed old tires, dug up old patio remains of half-buried bricks, particleboard and carpets, and then leveled the areas by raking and mowing to beautify and complete the job I would hire this company again and again, and I recommend them to everyone."
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Home Clean-up!
Carport Clean-up!
Yard Clean-up!
Front Porch Clean-up!

+12

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rocky Top Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job and came back to address and fix a small needed fix"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blewett Outdoor Living
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cory responded quickly, discussed some options for the yard and provided a quote. He was exceptionally professional and kept me updated on every step. Outstanding job."
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+14

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southeast Shelter & Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Sale Creek, TN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent installation very happy with Taylor’s work and our storm shelter"
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Septic repair Project
Septic Systems Project
Excavation Project

+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Sale Creek, 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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