Logan Utah Backfilling, Backfill Dirt, Work 

Backfilling is the process of refilling a hole or trench that has been dug once the required work has been completed. This can be used for a variety of tasks such as filling in pipelines or surrounding a completed foundation with dirt that will support the structure. Whatever the case, this is an essential step when it comes to building your Cache Valley UT home or business. Poor quality backfill work can result in a weak structure and faulty soil over time. This means that finding an excavator who knows what they’re doing is a necessary that will help extend the life of your property.

Here at Big Excavation Logan we strive to give you quality results at a fair price. With up to date equipment and experienced backfillers, we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed. We always begin by closely listening to your needs and concerns, and then adding our professional opinion to your work. Excavation and backfilling procedures can be confusing, however, our team strives to keep you informed through every step of the process. Once we’ve finished we make sure to add any points you should be aware of and recommend any other services that we think may help your project move along more smoothly.

Whether you’re working on building a brand new home or business, or simply looking to expand your property, our Logan UT backfill crew is more than happy to help you out with all of your projects. We’ll make sure that we completely understand your goals before beginning and that your expectations have been met before finishing. Call us today for a quick, free quote on your building or remodel project. No hidden fees or obligations. Just a professional opinion from a Cache Valley backfiller and fair price to go with it!

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What Does The Process Look Like?

​Backfilling procedure often consists of a few simple tasks performed in repetition. However, the first step to any backfilled foundation or trench in Cache Valley consists of selecting the correct types of soil and dirt. Depending on various factors such as the type of soil and height of the surrounding water table, mixes of rock and dirt are selected. This mix is then laid down in layers, otherwise known as “lifts”.

Each lift is ideally between 4″-6″ thick, but is occasionally as thick as 12″ depending on the area being filled. For example, plumbing or wiring lifts will be thinner in order to prevent breaks, whereas backfilling a foundation can often be done with thicker layers. After each lift has been placed, it must be compacted and watered. 

This basically means that stress and water are added to the soil in order to help it settle and compact. The methods of compacting soil by stress vary, but generally consist of either applying a large weight over the area or using a mechanically driven plate or hammer that repeatedly pounds the ground and applies force. However, other methods consist of “kneading” the soil, gyrating, dropping a large weight suddenly onto the area, or simply rolling over it with a heavy cylinder transported by a large machine. ​

Water is then ran into the soil to help it settle further and expose any faults. This can be done in a variety of ways, whether it’s with a garden hose or a water jet that shoots underneath and helps the soil settle further. This process is often performed and then backfill dirt or gravel is added, compacted, and watered down again until it matches the height of the existing soil surrounding it. ​

​Why Hire Us Here At Big Excavation Logan?

Backfilling foundations, trenches, and other areas surrounding your home is not necessarily a DIY project. It requires a skilled professional with an eye for good soil and a steady hand that can run machinery without damaging previous work. Not only can it be stressful finding a pro, but it can oftentimes be difficult, especially when you’re looking for quality work at a fair price. Fortunately our backfilling crew in Cache Valley Utah is prepared to help you with any of your projects, making sure they’re up to par with your expectations and that they’ll fit within your budget.

Whether you want to remodel your home or build another building for your business we’re more than happy to help. Call us today for free, professional advice and an instant estimate on all of your backfilling tasks and projects. We’ll make sure that all of your questions have been answered and that you get the price you’re looking for!

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