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Worley Excavating
336 Turnpike Rd
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Worley Excavating
336 Turnpike Rd
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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over 20 years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize ingrading, site prep, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over 20 years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize ingrading, site prep, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Moose Excavating
453 County Rd 213
5.00(
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Moose Excavating
453 County Rd 213
5.00(
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Approved Pro
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 consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"The work hasn't been done yet"

Benita W on May 2025

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 the start to the 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.

"The work hasn't been done yet"

Benita W on May 2025


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SmithScapes
1908 Chestnut St
5.00(
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SmithScapes
1908 Chestnut St
5.00(
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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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Blue Springs Land Management
181 Lowe Galyon Ln
5.00(
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Blue Springs Land Management
181 Lowe Galyon Ln
5.00(
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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
215 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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Valley Land Co. LLC
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Valley Land Co. LLC
Located In:
5.00(
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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
175 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


Swafford Construction
1603 Mountain View Rd
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Swafford Construction
1603 Mountain View Rd
2.00(
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25 years of experience

Swafford Construction has over 30 years of experience and can handle any task you have. Kelsey Swafford, owner operator, is hands on with every job to ensure complete satisfaction for every customer. Whether you need a yard of mulch delivered or a huge excavation job, we have the right equipment and expertise to provide the highest quality of craftsmanship to you. We look forward to providing excellent customer service to you. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Very pricey !!!!"

J A on March 2020

Swafford Construction has over 30 years of experience and can handle any task you have. Kelsey Swafford, owner operator, is hands on with every job to ensure complete satisfaction for every customer. Whether you need a yard of mulch delivered or a huge excavation job, we have the right equipment and expertise to provide the highest quality of craftsmanship to you. We look forward to providing excellent customer service to you. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Very pricey !!!!"

J A on March 2020


Tennessee Agricultural Products & Services
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Tennessee Agricultural Products & Services
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Land Clearing, Excavation, Tree Removal. Friendly, Reliable with years of experience.

Land Clearing, Excavation, Tree Removal. Friendly, Reliable with years of experience.


M&M Excavating
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M&M Excavating
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Hi everyone, We are a company that strives for perfection in everything we do! We offer a wide variety of services: Sewer & Waterline Repair Land Clearing House Seats Fill Lines Waterproofing Gutter Drains Tree & Stump Removal And MUCH MORE! Please Call Text or Leave a message Miles-813-588-9682 or Mark-865-275-1659

Hi everyone, We are a company that strives for perfection in everything we do! We offer a wide variety of services: Sewer & Waterline Repair Land Clearing House Seats Fill Lines Waterproofing Gutter Drains Tree & Stump Removal And MUCH MORE! Please Call Text or Leave a message Miles-813-588-9682 or Mark-865-275-1659


PDOA, a.k.a. Babin Enterprises
221 Presley Ave
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PDOA, a.k.a. Babin Enterprises
221 Presley Ave
No reviews
42 years of experience

We provide Commercial, Marine, and Residential/Recreational construction, repair remodel and demolition services. From the Ground to the roof, and from the waterline to the river or lake bottom. All at affordable pricing as related to the work required by our customers. Contractor quality at handyman prices!

We provide Commercial, Marine, and Residential/Recreational construction, repair remodel and demolition services. From the Ground to the roof, and from the waterline to the river or lake bottom. All at affordable pricing as related to the work required by our customers. Contractor quality at handyman prices!


Redemption Property Preservation
536 County Road 669
3.40(
5
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Redemption Property Preservation
536 County Road 669
3.40(
5
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36 local quotes requested

Do you need brick, block, or stone repairs? Perhaps you want to build a retaining wall. Or, maybe you need minor grade work and drainage completed. At Redemption, we can tackle these projects and many more of your home improvement needs!

"Great, very professional"

Kanwar S on July 2024

Do you need brick, block, or stone repairs? Perhaps you want to build a retaining wall. Or, maybe you need minor grade work and drainage completed. At Redemption, we can tackle these projects and many more of your home improvement needs!

"Great, very professional"

Kanwar S on July 2024

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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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