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Green Brothers Landscaping

1704 Split Ridge Rd
5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro

Green Brothers Landscaping

1704 Split Ridge Rd
5.00(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Green Brothers Landscaping is primarily a Design/Build landscape company, meaning we typically start with a creative custom design (or redesign) for your property along with a proposal for installing it. The work can be done in phases or all at once. The work is always done right. Plant installations, hardscaping, natural stone, water features along with drainage solutions, irrigation and lighting. Our staff designer has been teaching landscape design at a local university for 20+ years. Outstanding design, creativity, quality and integrity would encapsulate who we are. Delighting our customers is important to us and we love making things beautiful and functional. Contact our owner, Scott Barker, for a free consultation.

"We chose Green Brothers for our entrance walk project, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome! From the very beginning, the team impressed us with their professionalism, craftsmanship, and commitment to excellence. It was clear they take immense pride in the quality of their work and genuinely care about client satisfaction. We came in with a rough idea of what we wanted, and the Green Brothers team elevated the design, offering creative improvements that made the final result even more beautiful and functional than we imagined. Throughout the process, communication was clear, respectful, and timely. The crew showed up when they said they would, kept the workspace clean, and completed the project on schedule. Since the walkway was completed, we’ve had numerous neighbors stop by to ask who did the work, and they’ve all commented on the excellent craftsmanship and elegant design. We are incredibly happy with our experience and the final product. "

Jay B on May 2025

Green Brothers Landscaping is primarily a Design/Build landscape company, meaning we typically start with a creative custom design (or redesign) for your property along with a proposal for installing it. The work can be done in phases or all at once. The work is always done right. Plant installations, hardscaping, natural stone, water features along with drainage solutions, irrigation and lighting. Our staff designer has been teaching landscape design at a local university for 20+ years. Outstanding design, creativity, quality and integrity would encapsulate who we are. Delighting our customers is important to us and we love making things beautiful and functional. Contact our owner, Scott Barker, for a free consultation.

"We chose Green Brothers for our entrance walk project, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome! From the very beginning, the team impressed us with their professionalism, craftsmanship, and commitment to excellence. It was clear they take immense pride in the quality of their work and genuinely care about client satisfaction. We came in with a rough idea of what we wanted, and the Green Brothers team elevated the design, offering creative improvements that made the final result even more beautiful and functional than we imagined. Throughout the process, communication was clear, respectful, and timely. The crew showed up when they said they would, kept the workspace clean, and completed the project on schedule. Since the walkway was completed, we’ve had numerous neighbors stop by to ask who did the work, and they’ve all commented on the excellent craftsmanship and elegant design. We are incredibly happy with our experience and the final product. "

Jay B on May 2025

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Dirt works llc

Located In Maryville
4.94(
16
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•Approved Pro

Dirt works llc

Located In Maryville
4.94(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
83 local quotes requested

Locally owned and operated dirt work specialists!! Call us for all your dirt work needs. No job to big or to small, competitive rates and veteran owned!! $50 estimates.. refundable with signing of contract for work. Let the best in the business take care of your prized home and hard work!!

"Jay did a great job . First of all he was available when I called and timely . He leveled out my awful bumpy and lumpy yard , and it looks great ! He also gave me a bonus and fixed my gravel drive way . There are no weeds in the driveway now ,and all the gravel is together! He is going to come back in the spring for another project ."

Lisa M on November 2024

Locally owned and operated dirt work specialists!! Call us for all your dirt work needs. No job to big or to small, competitive rates and veteran owned!! $50 estimates.. refundable with signing of contract for work. Let the best in the business take care of your prized home and hard work!!

"Jay did a great job . First of all he was available when I called and timely . He leveled out my awful bumpy and lumpy yard , and it looks great ! He also gave me a bonus and fixed my gravel drive way . There are no weeds in the driveway now ,and all the gravel is together! He is going to come back in the spring for another project ."

Lisa M on November 2024

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Derek Sharp Excavating

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Derek Sharp Excavating

5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

Derek Sharp has been serving Anderson County, TN for over 30 years. We put in yards, cut in driveways & house seats, install drain fields, & spread gravel. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Derek gave me fair pricing. He was kind, punctual, and courteous always. He answered all my questions. He showed up on time as discussed. Finished the project on time, as scheduled. And finished project at budget."

Sheryl W on January 2022

Derek Sharp has been serving Anderson County, TN for over 30 years. We put in yards, cut in driveways & house seats, install drain fields, & spread gravel. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Derek gave me fair pricing. He was kind, punctual, and courteous always. He answered all my questions. He showed up on time as discussed. Finished the project on time, as scheduled. And finished project at budget."

Sheryl W on January 2022

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Creative Bobcat Concepts

390 Tackett Loop
4.83(
6
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•Approved Pro

Creative Bobcat Concepts

390 Tackett Loop
4.83(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
109 local quotes requested

Creative Bobcat Concepts is celebrating its 24th year in business service the greater Tennessee Market. We specialize in Excavation, Retaining Walls, Grading, Concrete, Land clearing work & much more. Feel free to contact me directly for immediate assistance (865)740-7732

"The quality of the work and responsiveness were top notch. It has been a pleasure doing business with Creative Bobcat Concepts; Cory is extremely honest, hard working, very knowledgeable about excavation best practices, and provides very reasonable and fair pricing. Within hours of my request for quotation, Cory drove 1 ½ hours to examine the work necessary, provided a quotation the next day, and completed the job in a timely manner within the highest standards of quality. Thank you Cory, Creative Bobcat Concepts has my highest personal recommendation."

Walt W on June 2022

Creative Bobcat Concepts is celebrating its 24th year in business service the greater Tennessee Market. We specialize in Excavation, Retaining Walls, Grading, Concrete, Land clearing work & much more. Feel free to contact me directly for immediate assistance (865)740-7732

"The quality of the work and responsiveness were top notch. It has been a pleasure doing business with Creative Bobcat Concepts; Cory is extremely honest, hard working, very knowledgeable about excavation best practices, and provides very reasonable and fair pricing. Within hours of my request for quotation, Cory drove 1 ½ hours to examine the work necessary, provided a quotation the next day, and completed the job in a timely manner within the highest standards of quality. Thank you Cory, Creative Bobcat Concepts has my highest personal recommendation."

Walt W on June 2022

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Valley Land Co. LLC

Located In:
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Valley Land Co. LLC

Located In:
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
99 local quotes requested

We specialize in land clearing and site prep. Using our team's combined 10+ years of experience we have helped numerous customers reclaim overgrown property and get the most of the land they worked so hard for. Whether you are looking to clean up around your home / business or preparing to build your dream home on a large tract, we are here to help!

"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!"

James L on May 2024

We specialize in land clearing and site prep. Using our team's combined 10+ years of experience we have helped numerous customers reclaim overgrown property and get the most of the land they worked so hard for. Whether you are looking to clean up around your home / business or preparing to build your dream home on a large tract, we are here to help!

"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!"

James L on May 2024

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SmithScapes

Friendsville, TN 37737
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

SmithScapes

Friendsville, TN 37737
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

SmithScapes Excavation and Drainage Solutions is TN's most trusted experts when it comes to your next home project. We are local to the Knoxville and Maryville area and have over five years of experience. Me and my brother started this company four years ago from scratch and our only concern is providing our customers with a quality experience, every single time. We specialize in exterior drainage solutions, septic installation and repair, French drains, grade work, utility installation, and much more! Give us a call today for a free quote and a quality experience. We look forward to gaining your business and trust. Thank You!

"Professional, and were very diligent about cleaning up and leaving my yard better than before! Will be hiring for future job I have here"

Lacey N on August 2024

SmithScapes Excavation and Drainage Solutions is TN's most trusted experts when it comes to your next home project. We are local to the Knoxville and Maryville area and have over five years of experience. Me and my brother started this company four years ago from scratch and our only concern is providing our customers with a quality experience, every single time. We specialize in exterior drainage solutions, septic installation and repair, French drains, grade work, utility installation, and much more! Give us a call today for a free quote and a quality experience. We look forward to gaining your business and trust. Thank You!

"Professional, and were very diligent about cleaning up and leaving my yard better than before! Will be hiring for future job I have here"

Lacey N on August 2024

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Plan-It Green Landscapes

1639 Dunraven Dr.
5.00(
55
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•Approved Pro

Plan-It Green Landscapes

1639 Dunraven Dr.
5.00(
55
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
281 local quotes requested

Plan-It Green Landscapes is a full-service landscaping and hardscaping company serving Knoxville, TN and all surrounding areas.

"Jordan and his team at Plan-It Green Landscapes did a superb job renovating my front and side gardens. They replaced all the shrubs and built a beautiful stone retaining wall to prevent erosion. Jordan's design was perfect, he was flexible with changes, and the price was reasonable. The crew was fast and polite, making for a great experience. I highly recommend them."

Amanda T on January 2025

Plan-It Green Landscapes is a full-service landscaping and hardscaping company serving Knoxville, TN and all surrounding areas.

"Jordan and his team at Plan-It Green Landscapes did a superb job renovating my front and side gardens. They replaced all the shrubs and built a beautiful stone retaining wall to prevent erosion. Jordan's design was perfect, he was flexible with changes, and the price was reasonable. The crew was fast and polite, making for a great experience. I highly recommend them."

Amanda T on January 2025

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Southern Acres Lawncare and Landscaping

2606 Liberty Hill Dr
4.27(
22
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•Approved Pro

Southern Acres Lawncare and Landscaping

2606 Liberty Hill Dr
4.27(
22
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
297 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Southern Acres is a lawn care company based out of Knoxville, TN. We take care of clients in Knox County & surrounding areas.

"Done in 2 days with nothing left behind. Included removal of dead shrubbery, English ivy, and other weeds. Planted 6 shrubs, mulched, and supplied and laid metal edging."

Sharon G on October 2024

Southern Acres is a lawn care company based out of Knoxville, TN. We take care of clients in Knox County & surrounding areas.

"Done in 2 days with nothing left behind. Included removal of dead shrubbery, English ivy, and other weeds. Planted 6 shrubs, mulched, and supplied and laid metal edging."

Sharon G on October 2024

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Lawson excavating

7134 Glade Creek Rd
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

Lawson excavating

7134 Glade Creek Rd
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
122 local quotes requested

Lawson excavating we off septic tanks, dirt work, driveway install, waterlines, electric lines, pond building and lot clearing Free estimates

"Excellent job"

Susie S on June 2023

Lawson excavating we off septic tanks, dirt work, driveway install, waterlines, electric lines, pond building and lot clearing Free estimates

"Excellent job"

Susie S on June 2023

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Blue Springs Land Management

181 Lowe Galyon Ln
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

Blue Springs Land Management

181 Lowe Galyon Ln
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
95 local quotes requested

Blue Springs Land Management provides any and all excavation services you may need. We are an owner-operated company, with almost 3 decades of experience providing top tier land management services. From building pads to drainage solutions, driveways and finished grading, we can handle it all.

"Very happy with the work. Looking forward to getting more work done through them."

Barbara P on June 2024

Blue Springs Land Management provides any and all excavation services you may need. We are an owner-operated company, with almost 3 decades of experience providing top tier land management services. From building pads to drainage solutions, driveways and finished grading, we can handle it all.

"Very happy with the work. Looking forward to getting more work done through them."

Barbara P on June 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Oak Ridge, TN

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

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