Fill Dirt Removal

Assess whether it's safe to remove the fill dirt. If removing fill dirt from underneath your home in a crawl space, for example, it's best to have a professional make the decision for you. Because some homes are built on fill dirt, removal can affect the integrity of your architecture. The same can be true for fill dirt used in landscaping, where removing some of it can affect the slope of your yard, causing unexpected runoff problems, for example.

Call several fill removal professionals and have them give you an estimate. The cost will depend on the type of equipment needed to remove the fill dirt. In some cases, like removing the dirt from a basement, the professionals may need to use specialized equipment. The estimated cost will also include the number of men needed to do the job and the expense to dispose of the dirt.

Remove the fill dirt yourself by determining what tools you will need to remove the dirt. Enlist the help of friends, if possible, offering to return the favor. Visit a rental equipment store and explain to an employee what your project entails. Bring a sketch, if possible. He should be able to give you a good idea of the equipment you will need to complete the job.

Save the expense of disposing of the dirt by advertising free fill dirt available. Be sure and specify if it is "clean", or free from contaminants. Clean fill dirt is highly sought after for both landscaping and building projects. Use word-of-mouth and put a sign out front, but also consider advertising in your local newspaper. You could also try calling around to construction and landscaping businesses in the area to see if they're interested. There are also sites online that link those supplying fill dirt with those who need it.