MID TN EXCAVATOR

Full-Service Site Work Done Right.

Middle Tennessee’s residential and commercial excavation and site work — from raw land to build-ready ground, one crew, every phase.

Site
Prep

Grading and ground preparation to create a stable foundation.

Land
Clearing

Timber, brush, and stumps removed so the ground is clean and ready to grade.

Pads &
Basements

Precision graded pads to hold grade and support your foundation.

Roads &
Driveways

Access roads and driveways built for long-term use in any terrain.

Underground
Utilities

Trenching and installation for water, sewer, and utility lines.

Ponds &
Lakes

Water features built for rural and large-acreage properties.

Retaining
Walls

Precision-built walls that hold grade, manage runoff, and last decades.

Septic
Installation

Licensed septic system installation completed to site standards.

Demo
Work

Removal of structures & materials to clear the way for new construction.

25+

Years in Business

100

Mile Service Radius

MM Licensed Project Capacity

Licensed & Bonded

Contractor #83847
Septic #14383

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 8 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
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   Darri Newell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent work from start to finish!  The crew was professional, dependable, and paid close attention to every detail. They completed the job on time, communicated well throughout the process, and left the site clean when they were finished.  If you’re looking for an honest, reliable excavation company that does quality work, I highly recommend JD Lee Excavating!
  
 
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   Larry Robertson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn't be happier with the work provided by Lee Excavating! From start to finish, the entire process was smooth and professional. He showed up exactly when he said he would, communicated with us every step of the way, and always kept us informed. It's hard to find someone who is this honest, dependable, and personable. The quality of the excavation work exceeded our expectations, and it's clear he takes pride in what he does. If you're looking for someone who does exceptional work and truly cares about their customers, I highly recommend him and his crew!
  
 
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   Josh Davis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've used Lee Excavating on my farm multiple times for dirt work and excavation projects, and I've been extremely pleased with the results every time. They operate with a high level of integrity, show up when they say they will, and do exactly what they promise. The work is always completed efficiently and professionally, with great attention to detail. Their pricing is fair and reasonable, and there are never any surprises. It's hard to find contractors who are dependable, honest, and consistently deliver quality work, but that's exactly what you get with this company. I highly recommend them to anyone needing excavation, grading, or dirt work done. You won't be disappointed. Josh Davis

Where We Work

We’re based in McEwen, TN and run crews across Middle Tennessee — closer to home for smaller residential jobs, up to 100 miles out for the right commercial project.

Core Service Area

McEwen
Waverly
Dickson
Erin
Hurricane Mills
Vanleer
Centerville
Tennessee Ridge
New Johnsonville
Cumberland City

Extended Service Area

Nashville
Clarksville
Columbia
Franklin
Murfreesboro
Spring Hill
Brentwood
Lebanon
Hendersonville
Smyrna

WHO WE WORK WITH

Commercial

Large-acreage projects, subdivision prep, commercial site work, and infrastructure earthwork across Middle Tennessee. We carry the equipment, the license, and the bonding to handle jobs that smaller operators can’t touch.

Land developers and subdivision builders
General contractors sourcing a dependable excavation subcontractor
Large private landowners with ongoing earthwork needs across
Humphreys, Dickson, Hickman, Perry, Maury, Montgomery, and Davidson counties
Civil engineers and architects coordinating site development
Project managers and estimators putting together commercial bids

Residential

If you just closed on raw land and need someone to make it buildable — clearing, grading, driveway, septic, building pad — that’s the job we were built for. One contractor from raw ground to ready-to-build, start to finish.

Homeowners building on raw or wooded acreage in Middle Tennessee
Land buyers who need site prep before a builder can start
People relocating from Nashville or out of state who want the process handled professionally
Residential contractors who need a reliable excavation sub on their schedule
First-time land builders who need one contractor to handle every phase — clearing, grading, septic, and driveway — start to finish

WHY JD LEE EXCAVATING

Unlike most small, one-man operations, JD Lee Excavating runs a full fleet of heavy equipment — giving us the capacity to handle large-scale residential and commercial projects without delay, without rental dependency, and without sending the wrong machine to the wrong job.

Our fleet includes bulldozers with rippers, excavators with heavy-duty bucket attachments, pans and scrapers, haul trucks, low boys, and dump trucks. For compaction work — particularly on building pads and pond construction — we run both a padfoot compactor and a smooth drum roller, equipment that most local operators simply don’t own. We also run a GPS-based grade control system for precision earthwork on projects where tolerances matter.

We’re capable and agile enough to turn around smaller, local jobs quickly. But what sets JD Lee apart in the Middle Tennessee market is the depth of iron behind every project — owned, maintained, and ready to work.

25+ Years in Middle Tennessee
$3M Licensed Project Capacity
100-Mile Service Radius
Licensed & Bonded Contractor #83847

Our Process

Site Visit & Project Review

We walk the property with you, assess the terrain, and get a clear picture of what the job actually requires before anything is promised.

Written Scope, Estimate & Timeline

You get a detailed written estimate with a clear scope of work and a realistic timeline — no numbers on the back of an envelope.

Permits, Utility Locates & Scheduling

We handle the coordination before the machines show up — permits pulled, utilities located, schedule confirmed.

Clearing, Excavation, Grading & Earthwork

The work gets done with the right equipment for the job. No skid steers where dozers belong. No guessing where GPS grade control applies.

Final Compaction, Cleanup & Sign-Off

We don't leave until the site is compacted, cleaned up, and ready for whatever comes next — foundation, septic, driveway, or all three.