Dayton, TN

Excavation Contractor in Dayton, TN

Evergreen Excavation & Landscaping is the excavation contractor Dayton, TN residents and businesses call for grading, drainage, and erosion control work built for Rhea County's floodplain flats and rocky ridges. We bring the right equipment and local knowledge to every Dayton job.

Our Dayton Services

Site Preparation, Land Clearing, and More in Dayton, TN

We handle the excavation and dirt work that makes every other project on your property possible. Below are our core services available to Dayton homeowners and businesses.

Site Preparation

Site Preparation

Our site preparation contractor crew clears, grades, and levels your lot ahead of a build, whether it's a new home pad, an outbuilding, or a commercial project near town.

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Land Clearing & Grading

Land Clearing & Grading

From brush clearing on overgrown acreage to full lot clearing and property grading, we get your Dayton land ready for construction, landscaping, or pasture use.

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Utility Trenching

Utility Trenching

Our utility trenching services cover water line trenching, power line trenching, and conduit trenching for new construction or property upgrades across Rhea County.

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Light Demolition

Light Demolition

We handle shed demolition, deck demolition, and concrete pad removal for homeowners clearing out old structures before their next project.

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Beyond these core services, Dayton clients regularly request:

  • Retaining wall installation and erosion control for hillside lots near Watts Bar Lake
  • French drain installation and drainage swales for waterlogged yards along Richland Creek
  • Landscape lighting installation for walkways, driveways, and outdoor living spaces
  • Mulch delivery and gravel delivery and spreading for beds, driveways, and pathways
  • Gravel driveway installation and driveway repair for rural roads and long access lanes
  • Tree removal and stump removal to open up usable yard space

Excavation, Grading, and Erosion Control Built for Dayton's Terrain

Dayton sits where the Cumberland Plateau escarpment meets the Tennessee River valley, and that geography shapes every excavation project we take on here. Properties near Watts Bar Lake and along Richland Creek often deal with soft, saturated ground and seasonal flooding, while lots closer to the base of Walden Ridge bring rock outcroppings and steep grade changes into the mix.

We've worked driveways off Market Street, cleared brush on wooded acreage near the Rhea County Courthouse, and installed drainage systems for homes tucked into the hillsides above the lake, from a new gravel driveway near Richland Creek to a full erosion control plan on a Watts Bar Lake hillside. Whether your property faces standing water after a hard rain or a slope that's losing soil year after year, we design a grading and erosion control approach that matches the ground you're actually standing on.

Homeowners and small business owners across Dayton call us for the same reason: they want work that's done right the first time, priced fairly, and built to last through Rhea County's wet seasons and dry spells alike.

Excavation, Grading, and Erosion Control Built for Dayton's Terrain

Why Choose Us

Why Dayton Homeowners and Businesses Choose Evergreen

Your Trusted Excavation Contractor in Dayton, TN

As your local retaining wall contractor, we've graded lots along the lake, cleared land near town, and dug drainage systems on the ridge. That hands-on experience means fewer surprises and a plan built for your actual property, not a generic template.

Straightforward, Fair Pricing

Daniel and our crew believe in professional, affordable work. You get a clear estimate up front, honest communication during the job, and no pressure to add services you don't need.

One Crew, Full Range of Services

From land excavation and grading to landscaping, gravel spreading, and irrigation installation, we cover the whole project. That means one point of contact and one team accountable for the result.

Local Site Conditions We Plan Around in Dayton

Every excavation contractor knows that Rhea County ground behaves differently depending on where you sit relative to the lake and the ridge. We factor these conditions into every estimate:

  • Low-lying lots near Richland Creek and Watts Bar Lake that hold water and need active drainage solutions
  • Rocky subsoil close to the base of Walden Ridge that slows digging and demands the right equipment
  • Clay-heavy ground on flatter tracts east of town that compacts hard and drains slowly without proper grading
  • Sloped acreage on the outskirts of Dayton prone to soil movement and erosion without retaining structures
  • Seasonal high water tables during spring rains that affect septic fields, driveways, and foundations
  • Older gravel driveways in need of resurfacing after years of washout from heavy storms
Local Site Conditions We Plan Around in Dayton

Where We Work

Serving Dayton and the Surrounding Communities

Evergreen Excavation & Landscaping is based in Ocoee, TN and works throughout the region. In addition to Dayton, we regularly serve these nearby areas:

What Dayton Clients Say

Trusted by Homeowners Across Rhea County

Kevin Gilliam
4 months ago
★★★★★
I needed several acres of over-seeding to be done. Daniel and Mason showed up when scheduled, And completed the job , with exceptional effort, and professionalism. The entire process from start, to finish, was what you expect, when hiring a company. I will be using their company for a few other upcoming projects I have.
Angie Lewallen
4 months ago
★★★★★
We couldn't be happier with our project! Daniel is a master "rock-scaper"....we had a challenging bank and erosion issues, and needed better access. Now we have beautiful steps, a natural entry, and a firm bank. Evergreen was a great choice!
Ruth Fernandez
5 months ago
★★★★★
Great company. Very hard workers, punctual and friendly. Highly recommend
Danny Britt
6 months ago
★★★★★
They are very easy to deal with. Did the landscaping like Daniel explained that he would. Satisfied with the job.
Daniel Swafford
8 months ago
★★★★★
Daniel has helped us with several projects over the past four years. We are very pleased with the quality of his work. His knowledge and experience have been extremely helpful in making decisions about how and when to do our landscaping jobs. Daniel is consistently on time and has the equipment to do professional work. He charges a fair price and makes every effort to explain what each project involves in terms of labor, equipment, and materials. It has been a pleasure to have him do our projects. I would highly recommend him!
Linda Dillon
8 months ago
★★★★★
Daniel Hair, owner of Evergreen Excavation & Landscaping, along with his team, are the epitome of professionalism. They show up when they tell you they will be there, their work is exemplary and their pricing is reasonable. They have gone above and beyond with their work ethic. They answer even the most inane of questions and assist when asked. Daniel steps up to offer advice because he is an experienced professional and most people who are in my position have no idea what we don't know. His advice has been sound and his responses are thoughtful and helpful. If you have a need for an experienced professional to handle any tree removal, land clearing, excavation work or leveling a place for a house, please give Daniel a call! You will not regret it.
Bramlett Home Inspections
a year ago
★★★★★
Daniel and his crew have always done a great job taking care of our Excavation and landscaping needs. I highly recommend him.

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Whether you need erosion control on a hillside lot, a new gravel driveway, or drainage work before the next big storm, Evergreen Excavation & Landscaping is ready to help homeowners and businesses in Dayton get the job done right.