Soil Corrections

Most construction jobsites do not need soil corrections. Footings need to be set correctly on firm, non-organic soil. To set footings correctly you need to on soil that has a compaction of 2,000 psi per sq inch or firmer, and not on organic soil. If this is not possible with the current soil then soil corrections are needed. Correcting the soil means that we must dig out the undesired material and replaced with good soil that can be compacted. This new soil must then be compacted and brought back up to the correct footing elevation. Soils need to be compacted to minimize settling and shifting.

Often, poor soil is discovered when the excavation begins, causing problems for both the excavation schedule and the pocket book. Unfortunately, it must be fixed properly or the new structure will fail with cracking floors and walls, and become unusable. When done properly, soil corrections can stand the test of time, providing a solid foundation for years to come.