Sebastian79
2014-12-08 15:43:18
- #1
Hello,
I hope I have found the right subforum .
Our 520 sqm plot is unfortunately completely overgrown with blackberries - up to 3-4m high. We want to start construction (including the basement) in February/March, but I am still unaware of the necessary steps and hope for some clarification.
On Wednesday, my neighbor is coming with his boys and a tractor including a mulcher and will shred all the bushes for us - then we will finally have a clear view of the property .
But what next? For the basement, a construction pit will be dug anyway, the topsoil above it will actually be removed, the existing sandy soil is suitable for backfilling.
But then there is still all the topsoil left in the garden area. What would be the best approach here - also to get the best price? Should I privately find someone who scoops off the entire plot before construction starts and piles it up in the back garden? Only: Can the soil even be reused (sifted first or round-up?)?
Or remove all the topsoil (what does that cost per cubic meter) and later spread new soil? If yes, when would that be done? After the building is finished, right?
Sorry for asking such a dumb question, but I would rather not present the builder with facts on the ground that could generate unnecessary additional costs.
Thanks a lot for tips!
Regards Sebastian
I hope I have found the right subforum .
Our 520 sqm plot is unfortunately completely overgrown with blackberries - up to 3-4m high. We want to start construction (including the basement) in February/March, but I am still unaware of the necessary steps and hope for some clarification.
On Wednesday, my neighbor is coming with his boys and a tractor including a mulcher and will shred all the bushes for us - then we will finally have a clear view of the property .
But what next? For the basement, a construction pit will be dug anyway, the topsoil above it will actually be removed, the existing sandy soil is suitable for backfilling.
But then there is still all the topsoil left in the garden area. What would be the best approach here - also to get the best price? Should I privately find someone who scoops off the entire plot before construction starts and piles it up in the back garden? Only: Can the soil even be reused (sifted first or round-up?)?
Or remove all the topsoil (what does that cost per cubic meter) and later spread new soil? If yes, when would that be done? After the building is finished, right?
Sorry for asking such a dumb question, but I would rather not present the builder with facts on the ground that could generate unnecessary additional costs.
Thanks a lot for tips!
Regards Sebastian