Dandridge Excavation

From a new lakefront home on Douglas Lake to an addition on a historic property, every great build in Dandridge starts with expert excavation. Jefferson Land Clearing & Excavation is the trusted local team for Dandridge residents and builders, providing the professional earthmoving and site prep your project needs to succeed.

Your Trusted Excavation Partner in Dandridge, TN

As your neighbors based in Jefferson City, we’re proud to serve the historic and beautiful town of Dandridge. We understand the unique blend of properties here, from stunning new constructions along the Douglas Lake shoreline to homes with deep roots in Tennessee’s second-oldest town. This requires an excavation partner who is both powerful and precise.

We bring the right equipment and a respect for your property to every job site. We are committed to getting the groundwork perfect, ensuring your project starts on a solid foundation and proceeds smoothly from day one.

Expert Solutions for Dandridge Properties

Excavation in Dandridge means understanding its two biggest assets: the lake and its history. We have the expertise to handle the specific challenges and opportunities that come with working in this unique and beautiful community.

Lakefront & Sloped Lot Expertise: We are specialists in excavating on the properties that line Douglas Lake. We skillfully grade sloped lots to create stable building pads for homes with walkout basements and incredible views. Crucially, we are experts at designing and digging for drainage solutions that protect your foundation and prevent shoreline erosion, preserving the beauty of your lakefront investment.

Careful Work Near Historic Areas: When working on or near a property in Dandridge’s historic district, precision is key. We have the experience to perform careful, targeted excavation for projects like new utility lines, driveways, or home additions, all while working to minimize disruption to your established property and the surrounding historic neighborhood.

Foundations in East Tennessee Soil: We are experts at digging in the tough red clay and rocky soil common throughout Dandridge. Our powerful equipment can create the perfect footprint for your new home, garage, or workshop, guaranteeing a solid, stable base that is built to the exact specifications of your plans.

Start your project on solid ground with a team that knows Dandridge. For professional and reliable excavation, call your local experts at (865) 805-0543.

Our Services

We understand the unique blend of properties here, from stunning new constructions on the lake to homes with deep historic roots. This requires an excavation partner who is both powerful for new builds and precise for work on existing lots.

Excavation Services

We specialize in excavating for lakefront homes, expertly grading sloped lots and digging for critical drainage solutions. Our team also provides careful, targeted digging for additions and utilities in historic areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Excavation

Why is drainage so important for a lakefront property in Dandridge?

On lots that slope towards Douglas Lake, uncontrolled rainwater can run towards your foundation, causing leaks and damage. It can also cause serious erosion of your shoreline. Professional grading and drainage excavation are critical to channel water safely and protect your home and property.

I have an older home in Dandridge and need a new water line. Can you work carefully on my property?

Absolutely. We understand the need for precision when working on established properties. We use the right-sized equipment to minimize our footprint and work carefully to protect your mature trees, landscaping, and driveway as much as possible.

What's the first step before any digging starts on my property?

You must call 811 (“Call Before You Dig”) a few days before we are scheduled to begin. This is a free service that marks all public utility lines and is required by law. It’s the most important step for a safe project.

My lot has a steep hill. Can you still build a level spot for a house?

Yes. We have extensive experience with the sloped lots around the lake. We use a “cut and fill” technique to carve into the hillside and create a perfectly level and stable building pad for your new home.

What do you do with the extra dirt after digging my foundation?

We can often use the excavated dirt to improve other areas of your property, such as building up a low spot or creating landscape features. If there’s no need for it, our service includes loading all the excess dirt and hauling it away.

Get Your Dandridge Project Started Right

The success of your new home, addition, or driveway depends on the quality of the groundwork. Trust the local professionals who understand Dandridge. Contact us today for a free estimate.

Phone Number

(865) 805-0543

Service Times

Mon - Sun 6AM - 7PM

Service Areas

Jefferson, Hamblen, & Grainger Counties