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Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC

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Blackburn Dirt Work, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Brush removal, minor and major landscape, sod install, grading, excavation, stump grinding, and more!!! Have an idea for your home or business, we can make it a reality. We offer affordable prices, and quality work guaranteed!

"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!"

KARIN B on February 2026

Brush removal, minor and major landscape, sod install, grading, excavation, stump grinding, and more!!! Have an idea for your home or business, we can make it a reality. We offer affordable prices, and quality work guaranteed!

"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!"

KARIN B on February 2026

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Flautt Construction, LLC

4.58(
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Flautt Construction, LLC

4.58(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

At Flautt Construction, we do it all—demolition, excavation, utilities, grading, hardscaping, landscaping, and more. From the first bucket in the ground to the final punch list, our turnkey service means one team, one contact, and a seamless project delivered exactly as planned.

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Helen W on September 2018

At Flautt Construction, we do it all—demolition, excavation, utilities, grading, hardscaping, landscaping, and more. From the first bucket in the ground to the final punch list, our turnkey service means one team, one contact, and a seamless project delivered exactly as planned.

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Helen W on September 2018

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Cut & Fill Excavations

5.00(
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Cut & Fill Excavations

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

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!

"The work was fantastic."

Don P on September 2025

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!

"The work was fantastic."

Don P on September 2025

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Rapid Response Plumbing Heating and Cooling

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Rapid Response Plumbing Heating and Cooling

4.67(
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Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.

"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"

laura g on February 2025

Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.

"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"

laura g on February 2025

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John Faulkner General Contracting

5.00(
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John Faulkner General Contracting

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

At John Faulkner General Contracting, 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.

"Amazing contractor to work with and I've used several. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for quality craftsmanship and excellent follow through."

Jenna M on March 2024

At John Faulkner General Contracting, 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.

"Amazing contractor to work with and I've used several. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for quality craftsmanship and excellent follow through."

Jenna M on March 2024

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Peca Excavations, LLC

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Peca Excavations, LLC

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' 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.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' 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.

FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Nashville, 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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