GROUND PREPARATION

WHAT IS IT?             A term used to describe the process of manipulating the earth’s surface to achieve specific goals. It encompasses a wide range of activities, including excavation, grading, backfilling, and plays a critical role in construction. It is also used in landscaping to create a visually appealing and functional outdoor space.

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WHY IS IT REQUIRED?    It is required to prepare the ground for revegetation in land development, or after construction, natural disasters and/or other reasons. This may include but is not limited to the removal of trees, vegetation, and other obstructions, leveling and grading the ground to control runoff.

• Not “PROPERLY PREPARING” the soil / seedbed prior to hydroseeding is one of the most common and major mistakes affecting the overall results. Most seeds require a fine textured, loose soil surface so the small roots of the seed embryo can penetrate and take hold and for the mulch to hold the soil in place. The extent of the soil / seedbed preparation required depends upon your soil test results, ground conditions and the type of application. You can have the finest seed and best fertilizer, but poor soil / seedbed preparation can lead to inadequate results.

“DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE TRUE VALUE OF GOOD AND PROPER GROUND (SEEDBED) PREPARATION”

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?       Regrettably, there is “NO” set price and the overall price will be determined through proper calculations to ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget. Being the most critical component of any project some of the calculations that will affect the final amount you can expect to pay are:

• Feasibility of a project

• Location (Where is the job located)

• Size of Project (In acres/hectares or square feet/ square meters)

• Creating a site plan

• Requirements (excavation, grading, backfilling, etc.)

• Materials required

• Terrain (Slope and/or Grade)

• Accessibility Conditions (Roadside, Un-Restricted or Limited)

 

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME?     The ideal time in Southern Ontario is during those seasonal periods when daytime air temperatures range between 15 - 24 degrees Celsius (59 - 75 degrees Fahrenheit), and ground is stable.

 

WHO DETERMINES THE REQUIREMENTS?     To avoid dangerous environmental problems and costly fines the local government legislation and/or the approved site management plan determine what ground preparation is required based on the scope of each and every project. Unfortunately, there is no “ONE SIZE FITS ALL” solution.