How to Price Georgia Dirt

Georgia is known for its red dirt, which derives its color from high iron content. Dirt prices in Georgia vary based on quality. Organic soils are the most expensive. They are rich in nutrients for successful flower and plant growing. Top soil is ideal for the final grading before landscaping. Fill dirt is mixed with roots, stump chips and other fillers. It is a cheaper, lower grade dirt and is useful for filling holes and leveling construction sites.

Instructions

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  The quality and use for dirt dictates pricing.
  
  Contact a Georgia landscaper or soils supplier. Inform the contractor of the purpose for the dirt purchase. Select the proper soil for your job, for example, planting, filling or ground leveling.
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  Blueprints help a contractor calculate the amount of soil needed.
  
  Give the contractor the measurements for the area where the dirt will be placed. Provide blueprints if available. Have the contractor figure the depth of dirt needed. Have the contractor calculate the number of cubic yards required for job completion. Have the cost of delivery and dirt placement figured into the price.
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  Price shopping for dirt can yield savings.
  
  Price shop with at least three contractors. Ask if prior quotes can be matched or beaten. Be certain the soil quality and terms are comparable.
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  Obtain a written contract finalizing pricing terms.
  
  Select a contractor. Enter into a signed contract stating total dirt pricing, delivery and placement costs. Make payment arrangements and coordinate for the soil purchase and job completion.

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