You see, it’s important to make sure the construction site is on the right level and height. Thus, you’ll need to add or take away soil or rocks from the area. This will ensure that the ground conditions are just right before the building project begins. 

Bulk excavation is needed in almost any large-scale construction project. This includes: 

• Major infrastructure projects like railways and roads.
• Construction of large office blocks and housing developments. 
• Clearing underground spaces, particularly in urban areas where space above ground is limited
• Construction of underground car parks, commercial ventures., and storage facilities.

In short, bulk excavation is crucial for both public and private construction projects, whether it’d be for building industrial, residential or commercial infrastructures and facilities. In this article, we’ll dive deeper on the importance of bulk excavation and how to choose the right bulk excavation provider.

Why is Bulk Excavation Important?

1. Is Needed to Take Away or Add Rocks and Soil To and From a Construction Site

Before starting a construction project, it’s important that the land is flat and level. Otherwise, the foundation would be unstable or the quality of the construction would suffer. To do this, you need large machinery to move, take away or add rocks to the site.

A skilled bulk excavation provider knows how to work sustainably – reusing soil and rock that were dug up as much as possible to cut down on environmental waste. With this goal in mind, you’ll need a provider with extensive knowledge, precision and skill.

In terms of bulk excavation, the type of ground can largely affect the difficulty of the project. Loose soil, gravel and clay are easier to manage compared to boulders, broken rock, and wet clay. With these on the way, it will be difficult to build your desired structure. A skilled operator will do the calculations based on the volume of the rocks and soil, and manage them efficiently while minimizing waste and making sure the site is ready for construction.

2. Is Needed to Build Roads and Railways

Well-built roads and railways ensure safer mobility and travel for both urban and rural areas. They also make sure people have easy access to health, education and economic opportunities. For example, you wouldn’t want to have to travel rocky and slippery trains for 2 hrs by walking just to get to work or for kids to go to school. 

Bulk excavation is one of the first steps required to build safe and stable roads and railways. With bulk excavation, civil engineers can make sure the land is safe and stable enough to build roads and railways that are resilient and low-maintenance. 

3. Is Needed to Build Residential and Commercial Spaces

Residential developments provide homes for the growing population, and commercial spaces provide the community with the products and services they need to survive. However, at the beginning of any commercial or residential spaces comes bulk excavation.

Before the foundation for residential and commercial spaces is laid, land needs be levelled out. This will include moving large boulders, clay, and rock to even the ground. This will make sure the foundation will be sturdy or resilient enough to support the whole structure, making it a much safer space for future inhabitants. 

4. Is Required for Underground Spaces and Parking Lots

Underground spaces, like underground parking lots and commercial spaces, are important especially for urban areas with limited above-ground areas. They’re a great way to maximize a public real estate or encourage private developments. Removing parking space from the streets also positively impacts the pedestrian experience.

Obviously, bulk excavation is required to remove the large rocks, boulders, soil, and clay to create the space for the underground space and structures. But proper bulk excavation is also required to ensure the stability and safety of the underground space. 

Things to Consider Before Choosing Your Bulk Excavation Provider

Skills

Make sure the bulk excavation company has a team of skilled and licensed operators. Ask for references and track records or documentation of their past work. Check their website for any relevant testimonials that can help you assess their skills and expertise.

Ability to Handle Required Equipment or Machinery 

Being a reliable bulk excavation provider requires license, experience, and skills to operate large equipment or machinery like a bogey truck. Make sure the provider that you’re considering have both the necessary equipment and skills to get the job done at the highest quality.. 

Excavation and operator hire rates

Here in Australia, hiring a standard-size excavator will cost around $40 – $200 per hour. But the rates will also depend on the skills and expertise of the operators. Be wary of prices that are “too good to be true.” It’s better to get the job done right than get poor quality results for cheap rates. You might end up paying double for hiring a new bulk excavation provider to redo the job.

Let the Professionals Handle Your Bulk Excavation

Our team at Dick’s Diggers can carry out detailed and bulk excavations as well as a range of other services throughout Sydney and the surrounding areas.  We have our own team of skilled operators with years of experience, along with the heavy machinery to complete your bulk excavation needs. 

So if you need help with:

• Demolition
• Piling Foundations
• Bulk Digging
• Heavy Haulage
• Anchoring
• Shotcreting
• Pad and Footings
• Excavations

We can help. We provide excavation services in many locations, including Campbelltown,  Castle Hill, Mascot, Monavale, Parramatta, Ryde, and Sutherland. Get in touch with us today for your bulk excavation needs.