Chastain Grading Plus — Family-owned and community-trusted since 1987

Our Story

At Chastain Grading Plus, hard work runs in the family. What began in 1987 with a man, a machine, and a commitment to honest work has grown into a trusted local business serving Ellijay and the surrounding North Georgia communities for more than three decades.
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Our founder

Our founder, Norman Chastain, built the business with a simple philosophy: treat every project like it’s your own. Over the years, Norman became known for his reliability, skill, and integrity — values that remain the foundation of our company today.

Our Services

When it came time for Norman to slow down, his son-in-law, Brent Barclay, stepped in to lead the grading side of the business. With over two decades of hands-on experience, Brent continues the Chastain legacy with the same dedication to quality and customer service that Norman started.

Today, Chastain Grading Plus proudly offers a full range of services, including:

From small residential projects like clearing house lots to large-scale grading for poultry farms and chicken houses, we handle jobs of all sizes with the same level of care.

Though our equipment has grown bigger and our capabilities broader, we remain a true family business. We believe in strong relationships, dependable service, and standing behind every project. Contact us about your project today.

Chastain Grading Plus — Family-owned. Community-trusted. Since 1987.

From clearing the first tree to finishing the last detail, we take pride in helping you lay the groundwork — literally — for your next project.

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