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Your Local Outdoor Living Contractor

Local business with local roots—20 years of enhancing Knoxville, TN and surrounding communities

Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding counties for 20 years, Native Construction is your trusted partner for outdoor living.

We specialize in custom landscaping, pool construction, hardscapes, lighting, water features, and more—all crafted with unmatched attention to detail.
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What sets us apart is our dedication to combining innovative design with proven craftsmanship. Every project is built to reflect your vision while standing the test of time. From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, we pride ourselves on clear communication, reliable service, and results that exceed expectations.
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As a locally owned and operated business, we’re invested in our community and the families we serve. Our reputation is built on trust, personalized care, and creating outdoor spaces that bring people together. With Native Construction, you’ll have a team that values quality, honesty, and a commitment to making your backyard your favorite place to be.

What We Stand For

At Native Construction, we believe in more than just building outdoor spaces. These values guide everything we do:

Honesty & Transparency

We’re committed to open communication and honesty in every step of the process, so you always know what to expect.

Quality Workmanship

We take pride in our work, using only the highest-quality materials and expert craftsmanship to create lasting outdoor spaces.

Hard Work & Accountability

We give our best to every project. Our team works hard to ensure each detail is perfect, and we hold ourselves accountable to deliver on our promises.

Spaces That Matter

We believe every outdoor space should be functional, beautiful, and unique, reflecting your lifestyle and enhancing your home.

“We don’t just build— we design the spaces where your family’s best moments will happen.”

— Jacob Dunaway, CEO
Let’s bring your vision to life. Your dream outdoor space is just a conversation away!
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About the owner

Jacob Dunaway, majored at University of Tennessee horticulture/design in 1999. He owned and operated his first lawn care and landscaping business, Pagoda Lawn & Landscape until 2004. In May of 2005 Native Construction came into fruition.

Since its inception, Jacob has thrived off of creating and installing spaces that are not only beautiful to the eye, but also enjoyable to be in.
He believes there is a sense of peace that is gained from being outdoors. In the hectic world we live in having an enjoyable space outside allows a respite from everyday stress.

Jacob has worked to grow the company from its beginnings as one-man-with-a-truck to over 50 employees and over 20 trucks. From pridefully working in the backyard of his mother-in-law’s house to installing landscapes at his college alma mater, Jacob has worked hard to build Native Construction and it’s reputation as Knoxville’s premier pool, hardscape, and landscape company.

Our Team

Meet the people behind the projects. From your first call to the final walk-through, our team works together to bring your vision to life.

Jacob Dunaway

CEO

Jonathan Dunaway

COO

Jeran Guffey

Design Sales / PM

Josh Lindsey

Design Sales / PM

Justin Allen

Design Sales / PM

Tionna Hobgood

Design Sales / PM

Brad Helms

Marketing Director

Real Projects. Real Homeowners. Real Results.

Don’t take our word for it — here’s what homeowners across Knoxville have to say.

Ready to transform your outdoor space? Let’s start with a free consultation today!

Fill out the form and we’ll be in touch to schedule your on-site consultation. No hard sell — just a real conversation about your property and what’s possible.

Prefer to call? Reach us at 865-310-3256. We’re a local team and we pick up.

What Happens Next

We review your request

Once you reach out, we’ll contact you to schedule a consultation at a time that works for you.

We schedule your site visit

We’ll come to your property, listen to your ideas, and discuss the best options to bring your vision to life.

You receive your proposal

We’ll send you a detailed proposal that includes all the information you need to move forward.
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