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My services include, but are not limited to, gravel driveways and parking areas, grade work for lawns, new construction, building pads, etc.. drainage including french drains, removal of old and preparation for new sidewalks and patios. I can dig footings for hardscapes as well as building foundations. I also dig above ground pool grades.
Material Calculator
The next time you have a project, use this link to give an estimate of the amount of material you will need. Just put in your dimensions and click on Calculate. I recommend adding 10% to assure you have enough material. By increasing the material by 10%, you will ensure you have enough material to complete the job and avoid a second delivery charge.
Yard to Ton converter
Dirt is often times calculated and discussed in cubic yards. When it is purchased sometimes it is sold by the ton. Here is a quick multiplier. 1 yard of dirt is =1.5 Tons. This is a generalization, depends on moisture content of the dirt.
Concrete Calculator
This website will calculate how much concrete you need for your project. Just enter the measurements and the program will calculate for you. I suggest adding 10% to be sure you have enough. You would not want to run short. I also suggest having a small pad formed up in case you have some extra. You paid for it, might as well use it.
https://www.concretenetwork.com/concrete/howmuch/calculator.ht
Compaction calculator
This website will calculate how much any material will compact. Would be very helpful determining amount of material needed to fill and compact an area.
https://www.spikevm.com/calculators/excavation/Spikes-Compaction-Factor.php
Quickcrete calculator
Do you ever use sack-crete? Here is a calculator, helps determine how many bags you will need for a given project.
https://www.quikrete.com/calculator/main.asp#concrete
Mix Your Own Concrete
Don't like sack-crete? Me either. How about mixing your own concrete? Here is a recipe for 4000psi concrete: 1 part cement, 3 parts stone, and 2 parts sand. You can mix this in a wheelbarrow or purchase or rent a mixer. More information can be found at the website below
https://www.everything-about-concrete.com/concrete-mix-ratios-for-3000-3500-4000-psi-concrete.html
How to install a pipe under a sidewalk using a pressure washer.
This is an interesting video showing how to run a drain pipe under a sidewalk. Looks very interesting.
Do you enjoy excavation videos?
Check out these videos. Very entertaining and educational.
Local Providers
KE Vas/Moeller 217-243-7472
rock, sand and dirt
Rouland Construction and Trucking 217-243-9567
rock, sand and dirt
Morgan Scott Ready Mix 217-245-6668
concrete
Schirz Concrete, Greenfield 217-368-2153
concrete
