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Rooney Excavating LLC

Family-Owned Excavation Company Based in Seymour, TN

Three Generations of Honest, Reliable Site Preparation Experts Serving East Tennessee Since 1994
At Rooney Excavating LLC, we bring over 30 years of family experience to every job — providing professional excavation, land clearing, grading, septic installation, and site preparation throughout Seymour, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and surrounding Tennessee communities.
We’re not a large corporate outfit. We’re a multi-generation, family-run company built on honesty, hard work, and doing every job the right way — the first time.
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About Rooney Excavating LLC

Founded in the early 1990s by George Rooney and his son, our company has been a part of the East Tennessee construction landscape for decades. What began with one machine and a handful of local jobs has grown into a trusted excavation business run by three generations of Rooneys — each bringing their own experience, dedication, and skill to the team.
Today, we continue to serve homeowners, builders, and developers across the Smoky Mountain region. Whether you’re clearing land for your dream cabin, preparing a commercial site, or installing a new septic system, our family is here to make sure your project starts with the right foundation.
We take pride in treating every customer like family and every project like it’s our own property. That’s the Rooney way — honest work, fair prices, and results that last.
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Excavation & Site Preparation Services

From residential builds to commercial developments, Rooney Excavating provides complete ground-up solutions.
A bulldozer grading a slope next to a muddy drainage ditch, with an excavator working in the background amidst dense green trees.

Land & Lot Clearing

We safely remove trees, brush, and stumps to prepare your property for new construction. Our team uses modern equipment to ensure clean, level ground and proper site access for your builder.

A yellow excavator digging a deep trench in red clay soil against a backdrop of a colorful sunset sky and distant trees.

Grading & Drainage

Proper grading protects your investment by preventing erosion and water pooling. We shape and contour the land to ensure correct runoff, stable building surfaces, and lasting structural support.

A detailed view of a home’s concrete foundation trenches filled with fresh concrete, surrounded by deep red clay soil under an overcast sky.

Foundation & Basement Excavation

We dig footings, basements, and foundation pads with precision ensuring perfect levels. Whether you’re building a home addition or a new cabin, your structure starts solid with us.

A winding gravel driveway bordered by freshly graded earth, leading towards a residential area under a dramatic sky with scattered clouds.

Driveway & Access Road Construction

From long gravel mountain drives to short residential access roads, we design and excavate durable paths that drain properly and stand up to years of use.

Close-up view of a black plastic septic tank component being installed in a muddy trench, with an excavator bucket positioned above.

Septic System Installation

We install complete septic systems — tanks, drain fields, and trenches — to code and with proper grading. Done once, done right.

A yellow excavator digging a deep trench in red clay soil against a backdrop of a colorful sunset sky and distant trees.

Pond & Water Feature Excavation

Add function and beauty to your property with a custom pond or water feature. We handle the entire excavation process, from shaping to grading.

A yellow front-end loader working on a highway construction site next to a newly paved road, with red and white safety barriers in place.

Commercial Site Prep

We prepare building pads, subdivisions, and small commercial sites for development — including roads, utilities, and drainage systems.

Three pieces of heavy equipment working simultaneously on a steep, wooded slope to install concrete foundation blocks for a new structure.

Redi-Rock Retaining Walls

Machine-set concrete block walls that provide durable, long-term slope stabilization and a clean, professional appearance for driveways and hillside builds.

How Our Process Works

We believe good communication makes great projects. From your first call to project completion, we keep things simple, clear, and professional.

Consultation & Site Visit

1

We’ll meet you on-site to review your goals, terrain, and access conditions.

Custom Quote

2

Every property is different. We provide transparent, no-pressure quotes based on your land and project scope — no surprises later.

Excavation

3

Our crew and equipment arrive on schedule. We dig, grade, and prepare your site safely and efficiently, always maintaining a clean work area.

Project Done

4

Once complete, we’ll review the finished work with you to ensure you’re 100% satisfied before we leave the site.

Why East Tennessee Homeowners Choose Rooney Excavating

We’ve earned our reputation through decades of hands-on experience, word-of-mouth referrals, and quality workmanship. When you hire Rooney Excavating, you’re hiring a name that stands behind its work.
FAMILY-OWNED

Family-Owned & Operated

Every project is personally overseen by a member of the Rooney family.

30+ YEARS

30+ Years of Experience

Three generations of excavation knowledge built right here in Tennessee.

DEPENDABLE

Honest & Reliable

We show up on time, communicate clearly, and do what’s promised.

ALL-IN-ONE

Full-Service Excavation

From clearing to foundations, we handle every step of site preparation.

SAFETY FIRST

Clean, Safe Worksites

We respect your property and leave it ready for the next stage of construction.

TRUSTED

Local Reputation You Can Trust

Most of our clients come from referrals and repeat business.

We’re proud to be known as the go-to excavation company in Seymour, Sevierville, and the Smoky Mountains.

Projects We've Worked On

We let our results speak for themselves. Browse our gallery to see examples of recent excavation, grading, and site prep projects across East Tennessee — from residential lots to commercial pads.

We proudly serve a wide area of East Tennessee

Seymour
Sevierville
Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg
Wears Valley
Kodak
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Material Hauling & Dump Truck Services

Rooney Excavating offers material hauling and dump truck services throughout Seymour, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and surrounding East Tennessee communities. Whether you need gravel, dirt, sand, or fill delivered to your property, or debris and excavation spoils hauled away, our team provides dependable transportation to keep your project moving.

Our dump truck service is perfect for construction sites, driveway installations, land clearing, septic projects, and foundation work, making it easier to move materials quickly without coordinating multiple contractors. As a family-owned excavation company with over 30 years of experience, you can count on us for reliable scheduling, clear communication, and professional service every time.

Call Rooney Excavating LLC Today

When you’re ready to start your next project, trust the family that’s been serving East Tennessee for generations. Call or text Rooney Excavating LLC for a free on-site estimate and discover why local homeowners and builders continue to choose us year after year.

Phone Number

(865) 660-7014

Business Hours

Mon-Fri: 7 am - 5 pm

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