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TN Land Solutions LLC
PO Box 682161
5.00(
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TN Land Solutions LLC
PO Box 682161
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

TN Land Solutions 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

"Excellent work , quick service would use again without hesitation, communication excellent,"

Michael C on June 2023

TN Land Solutions 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

"Excellent work , quick service would use again without hesitation, communication excellent,"

Michael C on June 2023


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Down South Dirt Work
3729 Bigbyville Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Down South Dirt Work
3729 Bigbyville Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

Down South Dirt Work, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today!

"Great service!"

Allena h on May 2025

Down South Dirt Work, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today!

"Great service!"

Allena h on May 2025


A&J Dirtworks
7121 Poplar Grove Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
A&J Dirtworks
7121 Poplar Grove Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
14 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Earthmoving | Land Clearing | Excavation | Septic Install | Lakes & Ponds | Roads & Drives | Site Preparation | Demolition A&J Dirtworks is Licensed & Insured. Not only will we do an excellent job moving your dirt, we also help you to brainstorm your project and engineer it for you. All you need is an idea. We will do the rest. We will create a practical and detailed workflow to assure your project is a success. No guesswork needed. We do the preparation upfront. You know what your project will require in time and cost. No avoidable surprises. We believe in doing quality work at a fair price. It's not just a tagline. It's who we are. Get your free quote today! Please contact directly at 931-904-3004 or ajdirtworks@outlook.com

"Abram did a wonderful job for us. He completed the work on time and kept the site clean and orderly!"

Eric C on January 2025

Earthmoving | Land Clearing | Excavation | Septic Install | Lakes & Ponds | Roads & Drives | Site Preparation | Demolition A&J Dirtworks is Licensed & Insured. Not only will we do an excellent job moving your dirt, we also help you to brainstorm your project and engineer it for you. All you need is an idea. We will do the rest. We will create a practical and detailed workflow to assure your project is a success. No guesswork needed. We do the preparation upfront. You know what your project will require in time and cost. No avoidable surprises. We believe in doing quality work at a fair price. It's not just a tagline. It's who we are. Get your free quote today! Please contact directly at 931-904-3004 or ajdirtworks@outlook.com

"Abram did a wonderful job for us. He completed the work on time and kept the site clean and orderly!"

Eric C on January 2025


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AWP Construction LLC
516 Baxter Ln
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AWP Construction LLC
516 Baxter Ln
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AWP Construction and Rockpile Enterprises are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As a Nashville native, we love this city and making it home. 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 the custom pool 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.

AWP Construction and Rockpile Enterprises are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As a Nashville native, we love this city and making it home. 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 the custom pool 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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J&O Demolition and Excavation
1009 Deer View Dr
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
J&O Demolition and Excavation
1009 Deer View Dr
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
175 local quotes requested

If you're looking for a company that provides outstanding service and beautiful outcome, then look no further than J&O Demolition and Excavation, we offer services as Interior and Exterior Demolition, Excavation, Grading, Ditches, French Drain. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work.

"The job was perfect, the company performed an exceptional excellent service. Efficiency and punctuality are hallmarks of their service.” I highly recommend this business.” “Their customer service is second to none.” S. Womack"

Sandra W on November 2024

If you're looking for a company that provides outstanding service and beautiful outcome, then look no further than J&O Demolition and Excavation, we offer services as Interior and Exterior Demolition, Excavation, Grading, Ditches, French Drain. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work.

"The job was perfect, the company performed an exceptional excellent service. Efficiency and punctuality are hallmarks of their service.” I highly recommend this business.” “Their customer service is second to none.” S. Womack"

Sandra W on November 2024


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Cut & Fill Excavations
967 Woodhaven Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Cut & Fill Excavations
967 Woodhaven Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
158 local quotes requested

Cutting the ground down or building it up, ground work doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have you have a project in mind, we can get it done!

"Very good. He dug out the basement for my house and was very easy to work with. Also, the price was more than reasonable."

Jacob R on August 2024

Cutting the ground down or building it up, ground work doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have you have a project in mind, we can get it done!

"Very good. He dug out the basement for my house and was very easy to work with. Also, the price was more than reasonable."

Jacob R on August 2024


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American Dirtworks
4723 Lunns Store Rd
5.00(
2
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American Dirtworks
4723 Lunns Store Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
120 local quotes requested

Middle Tennessee septic installation and grading expert. With over 23 years of experience in excavating we offer many great services for your property, such as Septic System installation Top notch final grading Drainage Topsoil Driveway grading Land clearing Pool dig Backfilling Trenching Large landscape projects Brush cutting And much more Give our licensed and insure professionals a call today to get your next job scheduled . Free estimates

"Justin Morris was very professional and knowledgeable. He was amazing at communication and the work was performed in a very timely manner. My drieway entrance looks great and I would definitely use him for future projects or recommend him to others."

Martha P on March 2025

Middle Tennessee septic installation and grading expert. With over 23 years of experience in excavating we offer many great services for your property, such as Septic System installation Top notch final grading Drainage Topsoil Driveway grading Land clearing Pool dig Backfilling Trenching Large landscape projects Brush cutting And much more Give our licensed and insure professionals a call today to get your next job scheduled . Free estimates

"Justin Morris was very professional and knowledgeable. He was amazing at communication and the work was performed in a very timely manner. My drieway entrance looks great and I would definitely use him for future projects or recommend him to others."

Martha P on March 2025


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Mid South Land Services
5.00(
3
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Mid South Land Services
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
468 local quotes requested

Mid South Land Services is a locally owned company who offer all things land servicing, from large scale land clearing to driveway work. We provide free estimates and look forward to working with you. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Got to me in a timely manner"

Landon c on June 2024

Mid South Land Services is a locally owned company who offer all things land servicing, from large scale land clearing to driveway work. We provide free estimates and look forward to working with you. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Got to me in a timely manner"

Landon c on June 2024


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Proframers Construction
115 Excell Road
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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Proframers Construction
115 Excell Road
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
167 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Locally owned and operated. Professionally offering mulching, land clearing, bush hogging, forestry mulching/ tree removal, grading, trenching, and dirt/gravel spreading. Free estimates. Licensed and Insured. Licensed Contractor and Homebuilder. Call for free estimate. (931) 206-2532 or email Proframersrkc@gmail.com

Locally owned and operated. Professionally offering mulching, land clearing, bush hogging, forestry mulching/ tree removal, grading, trenching, and dirt/gravel spreading. Free estimates. Licensed and Insured. Licensed Contractor and Homebuilder. Call for free estimate. (931) 206-2532 or email Proframersrkc@gmail.com


Excavación Enriquez
Based In
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Excavación Enriquez
Based In
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
228 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Mulching plantings Tree removal and trimming Stone wall . Stone patio and paver Service excavation contractor Delivery top soil delivery gravel Demolition concrete removel dirt new concrete Lot clearing and clean up We have big and small dump truck We have a Mini and a big excavator .skid steer

Mulching plantings Tree removal and trimming Stone wall . Stone patio and paver Service excavation contractor Delivery top soil delivery gravel Demolition concrete removel dirt new concrete Lot clearing and clean up We have big and small dump truck We have a Mini and a big excavator .skid steer

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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