East Ridge Excavation Contractor Experts
From site prep to grading, we deliver honest, high-quality work for East Ridge property owners and builders.
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Excavation Services in East Ridge, TN
East Ridge is a busy part of the Chattanooga area, and every property comes with its own grading, drainage, and site access challenges. We help homeowners, builders, and property owners in East Ridge get their land ready the right way. At Smith Grading LLC, we bring hands-on experience, clear communication, and honest recommendations to every job. If a project needs excavation, grading, or land clearing, we make sure the work is done safely and built to last.
Because we work throughout the greater Chattanooga area, we understand the terrain, drainage concerns, and site prep needs common in East Ridge, TN. Whether you are preparing for new construction, fixing a drainage issue, cutting in a driveway, or improving a commercial site, we can help you plan the work and move it forward without surprises.
Built for East Ridge properties
East Ridge has a mix of residential lots, commercial properties, and developing land. That means no two excavation jobs are exactly the same. Some sites need rough grading and cleanup. Others need precise finish grading, pond work, or full land clearing before construction can begin. We look at the whole site, explain what the job involves, and avoid pushing services you do not need.
We are a family-owned company with 45 years of combined experience on our team, and we are proud to be a third-generation operator business. Our customers choose us because we stay upfront, open, and honest from the start. We are licensed and insured, and we offer same-day quotes or site visits when possible so you can keep your project moving.
Our excavation and grading services in East Ridge
We provide practical sitework solutions for residential and commercial projects in East Ridge. Our services include:
- Excavation and grading
- Land clearing for new builds and property improvements
- Site preparation for homes, additions, and commercial development
- Rough grading and final grading
- Drainage and runoff management through proper slope correction
- Driveway and access area prep
- Retention pond construction
- Detention pond construction
- Pond excavation and shaping
- General dirt work for builders, developers, and property owners
Why East Ridge customers call Smith Grading LLC
- Honest advice: We do not sell work you do not need.
- Transparent process: We explain the job clearly and work to prevent surprise change orders.
- Experienced crew: Our small team of 3 brings 45 years of combined field experience.
- Family-owned service: You get personal attention and direct communication.
- Licensed and insured: Peace of mind matters on any excavation project.
- Fast response: Same-day quotes or visits are available for many projects.
We work with general contractors, land developers, residential homeowners, commercial property owners, property managers, and real estate agents. No matter the size of the site, we stay focused on quality work and a smooth experience for the customer.
Local service you can count on
From small residential grading jobs to larger site prep and pond projects, we proudly serve East Ridge and surrounding communities from our Chattanooga base. We know that excavation work is one of the first steps in a successful project. If the sitework is wrong, everything after it becomes harder. That is why we take the time to do it right from the ground up.
Our payment terms are simple and clear: 50% deposit for mobilization and materials, and 50% upon completion. We believe in being straightforward about costs and expectations so you can move ahead with confidence.
Let’s talk about your East Ridge project
If you need excavation contractors in East Ridge, TN, we are ready to help. Call Smith Grading LLC at (423) 505-5352 to discuss your job, request a quote, or schedule a site visit. You can also reach out through our website form to get started. We would be glad to take a look at your property and give you a clear, honest plan for the work.
Why East Ridge customers trust our work
See what local homeowners, builders, and property owners value most about our grading and excavation work.
"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.