Strong Foundations Start with Family
Family‑owned and fully licensed, we’re a trusted general contractor with 30 years of proven experience delivering high‑quality commercial and residential work.
Building Excellence Since 1995
Family‑owned and fully licensed, Ratledge Construction is a trusted general contractor with 30 years of proven experience delivering high‑quality commercial, residential, and industrial work. We specialize in excavation, grading, utility installation, and land‑development services that give every project a solid start. Known for dependable performance, clear communication, and craftsmanship that lasts, Ratledge Construction brings the skill and equipment to handle tough terrain, complex sites, and projects of any scale.
30+
Years Experience
500+
Projects Completed
100%
Client Satisfaction
48
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Certifications & Partnerships
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Services
Ratledge Construction delivers dependable excavation, land clearing, and site preparation services backed by decades of hands‑on experience.
Commercial Construction
Ratledge Construction provides reliable, high‑quality commercial sitework, grading, and utility installation for businesses and developers across the region. We bring precision, dependable performance, and decades of field experience to every project—ensuring your commercial build starts on solid ground and stays on schedule.
Residential Construction
Ratledge Construction delivers reliable residential sitework, grading, and utility installation with the craftsmanship homeowners trust. We prepare your property the right way—solid foundations, accurate grading, and dependable results that last.
Industrial Construction
Ratledge Construction delivers dependable industrial sitework, grading, and utility installation built for heavy‑duty performance. We prepare industrial properties with precision and efficiency, ensuring stable foundations, accurate grading, and infrastructure that supports long‑term operational demands.
Additional Services
Ratledge Construction supports every stage of land and site development with dependable specialty services, including hauling, demolition, utility installation, excavation, grading, mass grading, forestry mulching, bush‑hogging, and land reclamation and remediation. We bring the equipment, experience, and precision needed to handle tough terrain, clear overgrowth, and prepare property for safe, stable, long‑term use.
Hauling
Removal and hauling of dirt, gravel, brush, concrete, construction waste, and general debris.
Demolition
From residential buildings to large multi‑story commercial structures.
Utility Work
Installation and repair of storm drains, sewer lines, water mains, and residential water service lines.
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Ratledge Construction is committed to delivering dependable, high‑quality excavation, land clearing, and site preparation services that establish a strong foundation for every build. Backed by more than 30 years of hands‑on experience, our team approaches each project with precision, efficiency, and a deep understanding of the land.
Soddy Daisy Middle School Demolition
The Soddy Daisy Middle School Demolition Project marks a significant step in modernizing educational facilities for our community.
Sale Creek Church of God
Project for Sale Creek Church of God, delivering high‑quality workmanship, structural integrity, and professional execution.
Bryan College Parking Lot Expansion
Bryan College Parking Lot Expansion with a focus on quality, safety, and long‑term durability, delivering a well‑engineered space that supports campus growth.
Chattanooga Airport Demo and Expansion
Chattanooga Airport Demo and Expansion project with precision, safety, and efficiency, that supports the airport’s continued growth and modernization.
Demo of UT Space and Institute Building in Tullahoma
Demolition of the UT Space Institute building with precision, safety, and strict adherence to regulatory standards, preparing the site for future development and continued innovation.
East Ridge High School Ditch Remendition
We completed the East Ridge High School Ditch Remediation project by restoring drainage flow, stabilizing the channel, and improving erosion control.
"Outstanding service quality and innovative solutions have completely transformed our business processes, resulting in enhanced productivity and exceptional customer satisfaction throughout our organization."
"Professional expertise and dedicated support have significantly improved our project delivery timelines while maintaining exceptional quality standards across all our initiatives."
"Strategic collaboration and innovative thinking have enabled remarkable digital transformation, leading to increased efficiency and measurable business growth results."
Certified & Trusted
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Industry Certifications & Excellence
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Premier Contractor Status
Recognized by the state board for outstanding quality and safety standards
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State Licensed
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LEED Certified
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Fully Insured
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Skills Certified
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Team
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David Chen
Lead Engineer
Lisa Johnson
Safety Coordinator
Robert Martinez
Equipment Operator
Emily Davis
Quality Control Specialist
James Wilson
Foreman