Grading
We cut, fill, and compact to your spec. Lot grading, building pad prep, driveway grading, and fine grading for finish surfaces.
Learn more about gradingDirt Work and Excavation You Can Trust in Middle Tennessee
Family-owned. Equipment-ready. Serving Wilson, Cannon, Rutherford, and surrounding counties.
Call (615) 259-7561 for a free site visit
- 20+Years combined experience
- Family-ownedMiddle Tennessee roots
- 5.0Google rating
- InsuredEquipment and liability coverage
Your Land Deserves More Than A Quick Pass With A Dozer
Southern Grit Dirt Works is Dillon Jackson — a Middle Tennessee native who started this company to bring honest, affordable excavation and land services to the communities he grew up in.
Not every job needs a big corporate crew with heavy overhead. A lot of landowners just need someone who will show up on time, operate the equipment right, and leave the place better than they found it. That is what Southern Grit does. No frills. No runaround. Just dirt work done right.
We own our dozers, excavators, and haul trucks. No rentals. No subcontractors. When you call Southern Grit, you get Dillon — the same person who quotes the job is the one running the equipment.
The Southern Grit Promise
We treat your land like it belongs to our family.
Clear communication, fair pricing, and equipment that shows up when we say it will.
Why Landowners Choose Southern Grit
Heavy Equipment Ready To Roll
We own our dozers, excavators, and haul trucks. No waiting on rentals. No subcontractors. When you call, we move.
Middle Tennessee Locals
We know the soil, the terrain, and the regulations across Wilson, Cannon, Rutherford, and surrounding counties. That means fewer surprises and faster timelines.
No Corporate Runaround
The same person who quotes the job is the one running the equipment. No sales team. No dispatcher. Just the owner.
Honest Pricing Up Front
We look at your land, tell you what it needs, and give you a straight price. No hidden fees. No change orders halfway through.
Dirt Work Services
Driveways
New driveway installation, grading and base, gravel and stone delivery, driveway widening and repairs, farm and ranch access roads.
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Site Prep
Building pad excavation, utility trenching, septic field preparation, pool excavation, footing excavation.
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Drainage
French drain installation, culvert placement, ditch and swale grading, erosion control, water diversion grading.
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Land Clearing
Tree and brush removal, stump grinding and haul-off, lot and acreage clearing, right-of-way clearing, overgrown property restoration.
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Excavation
Foundation and basement excavation, pond and lake excavation, large-scale earthmoving, demolition and debris removal, rock and ledge removal.
Learn more about excavationFrequently Asked Questions
How much does land clearing cost per acre?
Cost depends on density of vegetation, slope, access, and debris disposal. We give free estimates after walking the property.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We carry full equipment and general liability insurance. We provide proof before any work begins.
How far in advance do I need to book?
Typically 1 to 2 weeks. During spring and fall we book further out. Call ahead to lock in your date.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Wilson County, Cannon County, Rutherford County, and surrounding areas in Middle Tennessee.
Ready to Get Started?
- Address3056 Marshall Creek Road, Auburntown, TN 37016
- Phone(615) 259-7561
- Hours
Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sat By appointment Sun Closed
Service area
We proudly serve Auburntown and surrounding Tennessee communities:
Call Us Today
Call (615) 259-7561 or email southerngritdirtworks@gmail.com to schedule a free site visit.