Site Preparation and Earthworks FAQs
A quick-reference collection of the most common questions we hear about site preparation and earthworks, with links through to the full guides.
Getting Started
Every project starts with a survey and, where relevant, a soil report — see our earthmoving guide for the broader process from there.
Safety and Compliance
See our excavation safety guide and Dial Before You Dig guide for the essential compliance steps before any earthworks begin.
Managing Material
See our soil disposal options guide for how retaining material on-site versus removal is decided for your project.
Weather and Timing
See our weather and excavation guide for how conditions can genuinely affect your project’s schedule.
Recently Completed Projects
We complete residential and commercial concrete, excavation and foundation projects across Melbourne every week. Explore our project gallery to see the range of work we deliver.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the first step in site preparation?
A proper survey and, where relevant, a soil report — these establish the accurate baseline everything else is planned from.
Is Dial Before You Dig always required?
Yes, for any excavation — it’s a genuine legal requirement to identify underground services before work begins.
Can excavated material stay on my site?
Often yes, where there’s a genuine use for it — see our soil disposal guide for how this decision is made.
Does weather really affect earthworks timing?
Yes, genuinely — rain and wet ground can affect machine access, soil workability, and safety.
How do I get an accurate site preparation quote?
Through a proper site assessment covering access, ground conditions and scope — the same principles as any excavation quote.
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