soil compaction fees

18 years ago

Need to do a soil compaction on about 70'x70' flat graded pad.

Contractors are talking about 3' lifts.

And a soil compaction report.

How much would it cost to me in today's prices?

I know, the soil report could be as little as $300 and as much as $2000.

However, I have no idea on soil compaction routine.

Any help?

Thanks.

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rusty105
18 years ago
Not too sure on the cost, but I would be concerned with 3' lifts. Seems a litte much if you want good compaction

Rusty
chiroptera_mama
18 years ago
3 foot lifts are way to thick to be compacted effectively. 6 inch lifts are better, 1 foot max if using a roller with vibration (not by hand).

The soil testing costs will depend on what tests you are doing. I would think there would be a wash 200 ($10-25) at the least to ensure the fill doesnÂt have too many fines. A hydrometer ($140-180) perhaps if the fines are likely to be silt rather than clay. If there will be field density testing (hourly $40 -75/hr) there will also be a proctor ($100-145) These prices are regional so YMMV.
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bus_driver
18 years ago
I compacted my garage fill with a "Stomper/Jumping Jack'. Brutal machine! 8" lifts were the norm for it. 3' is far too much.