Fill dirt, sometimes called simply “fill”, is dirt that is good for building a stable base for the foundations of building structures and roadways. It has very little to no organic material in it. Fill dirt is usually made of subsoil, which is found about 12 inches below the topsoil. It consists of partially broken […]
Fill Dirt vs Topsoil
Most people think dirt is just dirt. However, any construction worker or gardener knows that there is a huge difference in the types of dirt and how each type can be used. When utilizing dirt to complete a landscaping project there are two main types of dirt that differ from one another; topsoil and fill […]
Why is Topsoil Important?
Topsoil is the uppermost, outermost layer of soil. It’s usually if the first 6-8 inches of dirt, but it can vary depending on the area. It has a high concentration of organic matter and microorganisms and provides the environment for where most of the Earth’s biological soil activity occurs. Four elements make up the composition […]
Top Five Problems Encountered During a Bathroom Remodel
How Hard Can a DIY Bathroom Remodel Be? Getting ready to do a bathroom remodel? Thinking of doing it yourself to save money? Unless you have experience in bathroom remodeling, you might want to think again. Fairfax bathroom remodeling jobs are botched more than any other remodeling project. A DIY bathroom remodel can start off […]
Fairfax Bathroom Remodeling Ideas for 2019
Trends in Bathroom Designs for 2019 Homes in the Fairfax area come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. So do the bathrooms. With 2019 only a few months away, designers and remodelers are already updating plans for the newest trends in bathroom designs. Whether you are contemplating a small Fairfax bathroom remodeling job or a […]
Proper Site Preparation for Commercial Building
Site Preparation for Commercial Construction Projects Site preparation for commercial projects involves the same principles as it does for building a single home. However, the site preparation is much more extensive and complicated because the projects are larger, cover more space, and involve a wide variety of structures both above and below ground. A successful […]
Why a Site Safety Inspection Is Crucial Before a Maryland Fill Dirt Delivery
Site Safety Inspections If you are in charge of running a project, the first step is to have a site safety inspection performed. Once this is complete and the project begins, don’t just think you’re in the all clear. Having periodic site safety inspections throughout the course of the project is the best way to […]
How Virginia Fill Dirt Is Used for Highway Maintenance
Virginia Fill Dirt Fill dirt gets its name became it is usually used to fill in a depression or hole in the ground and to create mounds. Basically, it is used to somehow artificially change the grade or elevation of land, this is known as land grading. Fill dirt is subsoil, meaning that is taken […]
Site Grading: A Make or Break Factor for Your Project
Why Proper Site Grading Is Necessary Before construction begins, the construction site needs to be prepared. Site preparation can include tree and shrub clearing, removal of existing structures, rock and boulder removal, drainage correction, and grading. Site grading is more than just leveling or sloping the topsoil. It also involves stabilizing the subsoils underneath your […]
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