Customers pay $4,000-$16,000 on average to fill in an inground swimming pool, and after costs, this can add up to a sizeable profit for contractors. Knowing what kind of dirt can be used for backfill and understanding the process requirements can help you secure a more significant piece of this market. While ordinances may vary […]
Fill dirt is a material used to fill up pits, support buildings, or build slopes and mounds. This form of earthy substance is often free of organic matter, or any biological activity since the presence of organic material creates pockets of gas that influence the integrity and compaction of the fill dirt.However, to get the […]
It’s no secret that Craigslist is a popular destination for people looking to get rid of unwanted items, including dirt and soil. While finding free or cheap soil for your landscaping or construction project may seem convenient, there are some serious risks involved with using Craigslist for this purpose. Here are just a few reasons […]
Your kids have outgrown the pool; life is now super hectic and frequently tending to your pool is not at the top of the list. You are thinking of backfilling your pool. That’s understandable. A pool can sometimes grow to be more of a con than a pro. In addition, they also take an ample […]
On April 22, we celebrate Earth Day as an annual reminder to honor our planet’s beauty while raising public awareness about environmental protection and preservation. At DirtMatch, we’re pledging to do our part to make a cleaner, more sustainable future for our planet. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the world needs […]
Dirt is dirt, right? Not exactly. Some is thicker and chunkier. Other soil can be grainier and sandier. In fact, there are actually six different main types of soil that can be found around the world, and their unique properties mean that their uses differ as well. Chalky Soil. This type of soil can be […]
“Fill dirt wanted.” What exactly is fill dirt? Essentially, it is subsoil that was removed during a construction project in order to create a smooth, stable surface on which to build. If you’re in need of a lot of dirt, look into dirt exchange programs. Often, you can find free fill dirt or pay a […]
When you’re landscaping, building, or doing any project that requires digging up a lot of dirt, eventually you’ve got to get rid of it. It’s one of the more frustrating parts of any project – without even going into the actual costs of dirt disposal! Eventually, though, you have to deal with those costs. And […]
While you’re researching the keys to a great garden or backyard, you might see “dirt” and “soil” come up a lot. They’re just different terms for the same stuff, right? Not so fast. Although the two terms are used interchangeably, buying a bag of soil and buying a bag of dirt will give you two […]
To start a garden project, you just need some soil, right? Not so fast. Soil can be composed of wildly different combinations of particles, from clay to silt to soil and more. Each of these particles will have different benefits for your next gardening or soil-related project. To get the most out of your next […]