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Avatar for Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Gallatin, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Blackburn Construction was great to work with. My neighbor and I had a difficult riverbank repair on a steep slope along the Cumberland River after a previous contractor left a mess (putting it lightly). Trentt, the owner, called me back first thing in the morning and came out the very next day—despite pouring rain—to walk the site and provided a fair quote. He and his crew were professional, friendly, and did an excellent job rebuilding both riverbanks, stacking the stone with care so it looks great as well as secure. The work was so well done that I asked them to add a retaining wall and gutter drainage for extra protection. They showed up on time and finished before the river level rose. Highly recommend them!"
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
Grading, French drains, sod install, stump grinding, trenching electrical and water line install final grade seed and straw etc.
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Creekview Excavating LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Gallatin, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Creekview on my excavation project has been a great experience! The guys are very knowledgeable and helped me shape my property in a way that's going to save me a ton of money during the construction process."
Proctor Pond
Proctor Pond
Proctor Pond
Proctor Pond
Driveway Enhancement

+1

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GP Erosion Control LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Gallatin, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GP erosion control has done numerous projects for our company. Each and every time they were complete professional with great communication throughout the job. We have yet to have a problem with their work. "
Demolition
Demolition
Grading
Grading
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VolLand Solutions Inc
5.0(
4
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Serving Gallatin, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"VolLand solutions completed my job in a timely manner and now my yard drains perfectly with no water pooling. They showed up when they said they would and excavated and installed drains to keep the water away from my house. They spread grass seed and I now have grass coming back. All 3 guys were very knowledgeable and professional. I would definitely recommend them to anyone that needs excavating and proper drainage of their yard. "
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Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix
Drainage Fix

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27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Construction & Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Gallatin, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Gallatin, TN

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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