Choosing the Proper Fill Materials for a New Homesite

Below par subgrades that are inadequately prepared and compacted are responsible for the cracking and sinking of homes, outbuildings, sidewalks, patios and driveways. In the end, it is the homeowner who will bear the expensive repair costs. In order to prevent future settling problems, it is crucial to properly prepare a new homesite before ever beginning construction. 

The first step in accurately preparing a plot of land for a new home is choosing the right fill materials. In some instances, builders may come upon innate soils that present the perfect strength for supporting a slab, while in other areas the soil in proven to be inadequate requiring a fill alternative to restore the grade. 

The ideal fill materials include sand, gravel and crushed stone, because they are strong, porous materials that offer low compressibility for providing good support for concrete slabs. A granular material that is unchanging in size should be used beneath the concrete along foundation walls. An ideal choice would be pea gravel, because it is more self-compacting. 

Here at siteworksupplier.com, we can help you choose the proper fill materials to construct your new homesite.