Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"The person that did my work did a really good job. He did some repair to my deck Make some recommendation to keep my deck in good repair for fair amount of time. The person that came gave me a time limit that the job would be complete and it was done. Clean up great."
Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"Excellent workmanship. Price/estimate was on point for the project. Had teardrop driveway turnaround, additional culvert added, drainage installed, RV pad and 15x15 shed pad installed. Dan and Buck were honest professional and all around great guys. Will recommend them again and again. Thanks so much for a great job done!!!"
Serving Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, 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!"
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Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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Small jobs welcome
"Clear Ground Land Co is professional and genuine. They responded back quickly. I had them clear up some trees for me and now it looks amazing! They quoted me and gave me a fair price. I would highly recommend them!"
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Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"It went excellent I will be using them again and I recommend them to anyone looking for rock"
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Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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"Great work, would recommend to anyone!"
Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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Offers commercial services
Welcome to Stones River Excavation! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"On time, very nice, great work"
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Serving Shelbyville, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent customer service and good rates!"
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