Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"Dan and his brother do awesome work! Very reliable,work was completed to my satisfaction and in a very timely manner. They both were very professional and 2 of the nicest people you will ever meet! I would highly recommend this company. His bid was very responsible!"
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"We hired blackwater construction to get our property ready to build our home. We messaged them for a quote and they got back to us the same day. They came out with in the week gave us a fantastic quote on all the work we needed. We had them clear our property of trees, grade our land to get it ready for the foundation, they even prepped and graveled our driveway. They did such a great job that we even hired them a few weeks later to fix our run off water issues. They were super fast, knowledgeable. They were the cleanest crew we had during the entire build. They went above and beyond to make our dreams come true."
+10
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"Jared was very professional from start to finish. Did exactly what he quoted and more. One of the best contractors I have used here in Tennessee. Would highly recommend them to everyone. Les Peskey"
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Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"We had our driveway cut, and these guys were extremely professional from start to finish. The price was very reasonable for the amount of work needed. They provided a quick quote and completed the job in a timely manner. Everything turned out great — highly recommend this company!"
+10
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"Done a good job in a timely manner at the most reasonable price I could find."
+7
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"It went great they worked hard and finished in good time and cleaned up all scrap up and most of all very down to earth people and plot told me up front what to expect very appreciated"
+95
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
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"Excellent customer service and good rates!"
+49
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
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"They did a great job. Very professional and respectful."
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
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"Dave is very professional. He comes when he says he will and finishes the job in a timely manner. He is very maticulas, cleans up during the job and makes sure you are happy when he is done. We will definitely have him doing more work for us."
Serving Sewanee, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2024
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"Bryan is very knowledgeable with excavation and site work. Very glad I went with H&H."
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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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