Black Sheep Construction | Custom Pool & Home Builder | Knoxville, TN
TN Licensed General Contractor Bonded & Insured Knoxville & East Tennessee
(865) 696-6120 Email Us
Knoxville, Tennessee · Est. 2019

BUILD
BOLD.
LIVE BIG.

Not your average builder. Custom pools, homes, concrete & outdoor design, crafted for Knoxville's most ambitious homeowners.

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TN Licensed GC
Bonded & Insured
5-Star Google Rating
Knoxville-Based
25+ Projects
25+Projects Completed
5Service Categories
6+Years in the Field
100%Client Satisfaction
What We Build

OUR
SERVICES

Five categories, one standard: extraordinary. From breaking ground to the final detail.

01 / Custom Pools
Custom Pool Builder
Luxury in-ground pools designed and built from excavation to final fill. Your backyard escape, built to impress in Knoxville, TN.
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02 / Residential
Home Builder & Remodels
Custom home builds, additions, full remodels & kitchen/bath renovations across Knoxville.
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03 / Outdoor Design
Outdoor Living
Patios, fire pits, retaining walls & outdoor kitchens. Your outdoor life, elevated.
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04 / Concrete
Concrete Work
Driveways, foundations, stamped patios & sidewalks. Built to last every Tennessee season.
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05 / Excavation
Excavation & Demo
Site prep, grading, land clearing & structural removal. Where Black Sheep started.
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Preston Leslie, owner of Black Sheep Construction, Knoxville TN
6+
Years Building
Knoxville
Our Story

NOT YOUR
AVERAGE
BUILDER.

My name is Preston Leslie. Born and raised right here in Knoxville, Tennessee. I didn't get into construction to collect checks. I got in to build a reputation.

I started at 18 with a landscaping company and a gut feeling I wasn't made to work for someone else. Landscaping led to pools. Pools lit a fire. In 2025, I became a licensed Tennessee General Contractor and Black Sheep became a full-service building operation.

Our roots are in excavation, grading, concrete, and retaining walls. That foundation-first mentality drives everything we build today, from custom pools to custom homes.

Tennessee Licensed General Contractor
Fully bonded & insured · License available on request
Mission
To redefine what it means to build, delivering exceptional craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to doing things differently.
Vision
To become the most trusted and sought-after builder for Knoxville clients who value quality and bold thinking.
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How We Work

THE BLACK SHEEP
PROCESS

Transparent. Accountable. Built around you.

1
Free Consult
We visit your site or hop on a call. Zero cost, zero pressure. We listen first, advise second.
2
Detailed Proposal
A clear, itemized estimate with scope, materials, and a realistic timeline. No vague numbers.
3
We Build
Our crew shows up on time every day. Weekly photo updates and Preston's direct line, always.
4
Final Walkthrough
We walk every detail together. We don't close the job until you love every inch of it.
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Recent Work

OUR
PORTFOLIO

Real Knoxville projects. Every photo is a job we're proud to put our name on.

Full Portfolio
Custom Pool
Custom pool Knoxville TN, Project Oasis
Custom Pool · West Knoxville
Project Oasis
Outdoor Design
Outdoor design Knoxville TN
Outdoor Design · Farragut
The Retreat
Residential
Residential construction Knoxville TN
Residential · Maryville
Cedar Hill Build
Concrete
Concrete contractor Knoxville TN
Concrete · Knoxville
Summit Drive
Pool + Outdoor
Pool and outdoor living Knoxville TN
Pool + Outdoor · Oak Ridge
The Cascade
Excavation
Excavation Knoxville TN
Excavation · Sevierville
Valley Grade
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor kitchen Knoxville TN
Outdoor Kitchen · Alcoa
Hillside Oasis
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Client Reviews

WHAT KNOXVILLE
IS SAYING

Real reviews from real homeowners across East Tennessee.

"
★★★★★

"Preston and his crew built our backyard pool from scratch and we couldn't be more impressed. They showed up on time every single day, communicated throughout, and the finished product absolutely blew us away. Already recommending Black Sheep to everyone."

JT
James & Michelle T.
Custom Pool · West Knoxville
"
★★★★★

"We had three contractors bid our concrete driveway and patio. Black Sheep wasn't the cheapest, but Preston was the only one who actually walked the property with us. The quality is unmatched. We've gotten so many compliments from neighbors."

RK
Robert K.
Concrete & Patio · Farragut
"
★★★★★

"Excavation work on our lot was tricky terrain. Black Sheep handled it perfectly. Preston is a straight shooter: no runaround, no excuses. Finished on schedule and under budget. Exactly what you want in a contractor."

SL
Sarah & Mike L.
Excavation · Maryville
5.0 average · Read all reviews on Google Reviews →
WE SERVE
Knoxville Farragut Maryville Oak Ridge Alcoa Sevierville Lenoir City Powell Hardin Valley Louisville
Common Questions

GOT
QUESTIONS?

We believe in transparency. Here are the most common questions before Knoxville homeowners call.

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Are you a licensed contractor in Tennessee?
Yes. Preston Leslie holds an active Tennessee General Contractor license. Black Sheep Construction is fully bonded and insured. We'll provide our license number and proof of insurance on request, and we encourage you to ask.
What areas of Knoxville do you serve?
We're based in Knoxville, TN and serve the greater Knoxville area including Farragut, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Alcoa, Sevierville, Lenoir City, Powell, Louisville, and Hardin Valley. Call (865) 696-6120 and we'll confirm if we cover your area.
How long does a custom pool build take?
A standard custom in-ground pool typically takes 8–14 weeks from breaking ground to first swim, depending on size, design complexity, and Knox County permitting timelines. We give you a specific timeline during your free consultation, and we stick to it.
Do you handle permits with Knox County?
Absolutely. As a licensed TN General Contractor, we handle all required permits for your project. We know Knox County's inspection process inside and out. You don't have to deal with a single form.
Is the initial consultation really free?
100% free. We'll come to your property, walk the site, listen to your vision, and give you our honest assessment, at no charge and no obligation. We want to earn your business, not pressure you into it.
What makes Black Sheep different from other Knoxville contractors?
Preston is hands-on every single project. We communicate constantly, show up when we say we will, and don't leave until the job is done right. Our roots in excavation and concrete mean we build with a foundation-first mentality that most specialty contractors don't have.
Do you own your own equipment?
Yes, and that matters. We own our excavation equipment including mini excavators, skid steers, and full-size excavators. We don't subcontract your dig. One team, accountable for the full project, from the first dig to the final detail.
Free Consultation

LET'S BUILD
SOMETHING
GREAT.

Tell us about your project. We respond within 24 hours and Preston picks up his own phone.

Free on-site or phone consultation
Clear, itemized written estimate
Response within 24 hours guaranteed
Licensed, bonded & insured crew
Preston personally oversees every project
Prefer to call?
(865) 696-6120
Mon–Fri 7am–6pm  ·  Sat 8am–4pm
We usually respond within a few hours during business hours.
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Preston will be in touch within 24 hours.
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Ready to Get Started?

DON'T SETTLE
FOR ORDINARY.

Knoxville's boldest builder is one call away. Free consultation. No pressure. Bold results.

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Call or Text (865) 696-6120
Email preston@blacksheepbuild.com
Based In Knoxville, TN