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Avatar for Valley Land Co. LLC
Valley Land Co. LLC
5.0(
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"We needed our driveway fixed badly and had some massive quotes for cement and asphalt. Everything was done exactly the way we needed and better. We couldn't be happier with the job done and highly recommend!"
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project

+19

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
Elliott & Son Excavating LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elliott and Sons did a great job excavating my basement and prepping the yard for seeding. Would definitely use them again for any work needed. Always on time and never had to wonder what was going on as they kept me up to date on everything. Great company and top of line equipment too."
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewer line
Kiser Home
2” sewerline

+14

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Blackjack Land Management
Blackjack Land Management
5.0(
17
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Blackjack Land Management did a phenomenal job. I was very pleased with their finished work. Their pricing was very reasonable. They completed the work in a timely manner as agreed. Great teamwork by the crew. I would definitely recommend Blackjack Land Management if you have any excavating or clearing projects. Very professional and trust worthy. They also provide other services that I am sure they would do a pleasing job."
Land Clearing & Finish Grade
Site Work For A Barndo.   Lots and lots Of Dirt Moved!!!!
Electrical Trench Install Up in the Smokey Mountains
Forestry Mulching
Electrical Trench Install

+92

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Creative Excavating Concepts, LLC
Creative Excavating Concepts, LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job and redirected my driveway allowing it to drain perfectly. I would highly recommend him and I would definitely hire him again."
Start house seat and footers
Houses seat+ footings
House seat and footers
Houses seat+ footings
Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Valley Crest Services
Valley Crest Services
4.9(
30
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptional service- fast, honest, friendly, and thorough. Recommend without hesitation and looking foward to the next project!"
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+38

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for SmithScapes
SmithScapes
5.0(
4
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, and were very diligent about cleaning up and leaving my yard better than before! Will be hiring for future job I have here"
Excavating Project
Landscaping Project
French drain and grade work
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+34

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ROCKY ELLISON MASONRY
4.7(
140
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was exceptional service. Rocky came on site and matched the brick and even incorporated the brick design of the house into the mailbox. I have received nothing but complements from my neighbors. He built my mailbox better than the original !"
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Knoxville, 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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