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Excavation Services in Collegedale, TN
At Smith Grading LLC, we help property owners, builders, and developers in Collegedale, TN get their land ready the right way. Whether you need excavation and grading for a new build, land clearing for an overgrown lot, or a retention or detention pond built to spec, we bring the equipment, experience, and straightforward communication to keep your project moving.
Collegedale is a growing community with a mix of residential development, commercial property, and wooded land that often needs careful site prep before construction can begin. That is where we come in. We understand the local terrain, drainage concerns, and the importance of getting grading elevations and site work done correctly from the start.
Practical site work for Collegedale properties
Good excavation work is not just about moving dirt. It is about setting up your project for fewer delays, better drainage, and a cleaner build site. We work with general contractors, land developers, homeowners, commercial property owners, property managers, and real estate agents who need dependable grading and excavation backed by honest advice.
- Excavation and grading for residential and commercial projects
- Land clearing for new construction, lot prep, and overgrown areas
- Building pads and foundation site preparation
- Rough grading and finish grading
- Drainage shaping and site leveling
- Retention pond construction
- Detention pond construction
- Material movement and site prep support
Why people in Collegedale choose Smith Grading LLC
We are a family-owned company with 45 years of combined experience on our team, and we take pride in doing high-quality work without overselling. As a third-generation operator, we know what it means to earn trust on every job. We are upfront about what your project needs, what it does not need, and what the work will involve before we get started.
Customers call us because they want clear communication and fewer surprises. We are licensed and insured, we offer same-day quotes or site visits for excavation and grading, and we work hard to avoid surprise change orders by explaining the scope clearly from the start. Our payment terms are simple: 50% deposit for mobilization and materials, and 50% upon completion.
Serving homes, job sites, and development property across Collegedale
We serve Collegedale and nearby areas as part of our regular service range from the Chattanooga area. If you have a homesite that needs clearing, a commercial site that needs grading, or land that needs a properly built stormwater pond, we are ready to help. No matter where your property is in Collegedale, we show up prepared to do the work safely and efficiently.
Let’s talk about your project
If you need excavation services in Collegedale, TN, call Smith Grading LLC at (423) 505-5352. We can discuss your project, schedule a site visit, and provide a quote. If you are ready to move forward, use our website form to request service today. We would be glad to help you get your site cleared, graded, and ready for the next step.
Why property owners recommend us
See what customers value most honest service, solid grading work, and results that hold up
"He does real good driveway work. He is a awesome guy to get to do what u need."
"Cody did a great job was on time every day and went above and beyond my expectations."
"Cody and his team are terrific. We are talking clearing a 1/4 mile road putting in gravel and a culvert which got him to the 8 acres of forest to clear for 3 houses. Oh then he cleared the path and laid the conduit for electric to the houses. Cody got high praise from one of the home construction PMs as well as the chief engineer of the electric utility. We were blessed to have him as our "dirt guy." See before and after on one small section of road then views of cleared homesites."
"I would recommend Smith Grading to anyone who needs excavation or site work done. They filled in my pool and planted grass. Came when they said and worked hard getting it finished."
"Cody was able to plot out and dig a drainage ditch for me several months ago. I was experiencing detrimental runoff from rain and living on a hill. My septic tank was being unearthed, a huge ditch was about to wipe out my deck stairs not to mention an enormous loss of soil . His plan was exactly what was needed!! His work has most definitely made a difference in what’s happening in my yard! It’s finally looking like it’s back to normal with new growth! This company saved my yard and saved me a ton of money!!!! I highly recommend!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻"
"We reached out to Cody and Darrell concerning a drainage issue on the back of our property and we are so glad we did. They were able to advise us on the solution with a quote and time frame. They delivered nice equipment the day before the work schedule. They arrived promptly, got straight to work and solved our problem the same day. We appreciate their professionalism, fair pricing & quality job. Highly recommend!"
"Cody and his crew do amazing work! Such a nice and tidy finish on our forestry mulching project!"
"Cody did a great job"
"Cody with smith grading is an operator and does not waste time. He is honest and easy to work with. I would recommend Smith Grading for your dirt work needs."
"I’ve hired Cody for multiple grading/clear out jobs for my business over the last year. Cody is transparent, honest, hard working with great communication. I will never use another company outside Smith Grading!! 10/10"
"Wonderful experience! Cody is very professional, knowledgeable & gets the job done in a timely manner! Thanks to Smith Grading! Highly recommend for all your excavating needs and projects!"
"Wonderful experience using smith grading Cody is very knowledgeable and does exactly what he says he’s going to do."
"Smith grading came and cleared a couple acres for me. He was very professional and thorough"
"Smith grading does excellent work! I’d definitely recommend them to anyone in need of dirt work."
"Cody got my job done precisely to my specifications and in a timely manner when I was on a time crunch. Even the rates were competitive and I didn’t feel like I was being taken advantage of. Highly recommend and will use their services again!"
"I hired Cody based on local's recommendations. I'm glad I did. Cody is a young, very likeable person. Cody came to my home to discuss the project, agreed to the project scope and costs. The project consisted of excavating an existing drainage ditch that was full of rocks and debris to the extent is was not functional and installing 18" HDPE double-walled culvert. The end result is excellent. Not only do I now have a fully functional drainage system, but I also have more useable land which increases the value of my home. I fully recommend Cody Smith LLC."
"Cody did a great job removing trees and debris. Easy to work with, we would absolutely use him again in the future."
"Needed a spot leveled out on a sloped yard. He showed up an hour and a half early, tackled it with no problem. Would hire again!"
Get Your Site Ready Today
Call Smith Grading LLC now for fast, dependable excavation and grading in Chattanooga.