Project Planning Guide
Estimate quantities, timelines, and phases
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Plan Your Excavation Project
Use our tools to estimate material quantities, understand project phases, and plan timelines for your fill material project.
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Material Estimate
185
Cubic Yards
259
Tons (approx)
14
Truckloads
5,000
Cubic Feet
Typical Lot Grading: 100 cubic yards
Expected Timeline: 2-4 weeks
Project Phases
1
Planning & Permits
1-4 weeksSite surveyPermit applicationsSoil testingContractor selection
2
Site Preparation
1-2 weeksClearing & grubbingErosion controlAccess road setupEquipment staging
3
Excavation
VariesCut operationsMaterial sortingStockpile managementHauling coordination
4
Fill Placement
VariesMaterial deliveryLift placementCompactionGrade checking
5
Finishing
1-2 weeksFinal gradingCompaction testingErosion controlSite restoration
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