Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers about our services, service areas, and how we work.

About Pope Construction & Excavation

Who is Pope Construction & Excavation, Inc.?

We are an East Tennessee excavation and construction company founded by Kyle Pope in 2013 and based in Sevierville. We provide land clearing, excavation and site prep, foundations, utility work, grading and retaining walls, and septic installation. Read more about us.

How long have you been in business?

Since 2013. We started as a landscaping and hardscaping company, moved into cleanup, demolition, foundations, and septic work after the 2016 wildfires, and have grown from there. We are a team of seven.

Where are you located?

Our office is at 3470 Sims Road, Sevierville, TN 37876. You can reach us at (865) 412-4181 or through our contact page.

Are you insured?

Yes. We carry general liability insurance.

Service Areas

What areas do you serve?

We serve five East Tennessee counties and the cities within them: Sevier County (Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Seymour); Jefferson County (Jefferson City); Knox County (Knoxville, Farragut); Blount County (Maryville); Hamblen County (Morristown). See our service area map for all locations.

Do you work in Sevier County?

Yes. Sevier County is our home county, and our office is in Sevierville. See our Sevier County page, or our pages for Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Seymour.

Do you work in Knox and Blount Counties?

Yes. We serve Knox County (including Knoxville and Farragut) and Blount County (including Maryville).

Do you work in Jefferson and Hamblen Counties?

Yes. We serve Jefferson County (including Jefferson City) and Hamblen County (including Morristown).

My property is not in one of those counties. Can you still help?

Our service area is the five counties above. If you are close or unsure, call (865) 412-4181 and we will let you know.

Services

Can you clear a lot and build the foundation?

Yes. We clear lots, prepare sites, dig footers, and build foundations, so one contractor can take a project from raw ground to a finished foundation. See land clearing and foundations.

What kinds of foundations do you build?

We build footers, poured concrete walls, CMU block walls, and flatwork concrete. Waterproofing and drainage are part of our foundation scope, with waterproofing handled through trusted subcontractors. Learn more on our foundations page.

Do you install septic systems and repair drain fields?

Yes. We install new septic systems and repair drain fields. Most projects start with an approved design and permit, and we can tell you what to line up if you are unsure. See septic installation and drain fields.

Do you offer emergency services?

We offer emergency utility service, such as main water line breaks. Call (865) 412-4181 and tell us what is happening. See our utility work page.

Can you build retaining walls and grade a steep lot?

Yes. We do grading, sloping, and block retaining walls, which are common needs on East Tennessee hillsides. See grading & retaining walls.

Do you handle framing, roofing, and insulation?

On turnkey projects, Kyle manages a team of trusted subcontractors for framing, roofing, and insulation. Our own crew handles the excavation, concrete, and site work.

Do you do commercial work?

Yes. We work with general contractors, developers, and commercial owners, including infrastructure for neighborhoods and gas stations, grease traps, and storm structures. See commercial & developer work.

Working with Us

How do I get a quote?

Call (865) 412-4181 or fill out our contact form. We will talk through your project and look at the site before giving you an estimate.

Do you work for homeowners or only builders?

Homeowners and property owners are welcome. Much of our past work has been turnkey contracts for general contractors, and we are expanding our work with individual homeowners.

Do you work through the winter?

Typically yes. We work through the winter in most conditions. Very wet ground, snow, or extreme cold can slow some work, such as hammering rock.

How much does a project cost?

Every property and scope is different, so we give estimates based on what you are actually looking for. Call us or send the contact form to start the conversation.

Still Have Questions?

Call Pope Construction & Excavation, Inc. at (865) 412-4181 and talk to us directly.