Cut and Fill Earthworks South Africa is excavating high ground and placing the material as compacted fill on low ground to reach design levels, usually on sloping sites. Describe your site once and compare quotes from independent contractors.
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Get the Best QuoteWhat Cut and Fill Earthworks Includes
- Volume calculation. Cut and fill quantities from the site survey.
- Cut. Excavation of high areas.
- Fill. Placement and compaction in layers on low areas.
- Batters and walls. Slopes or retaining walls at the edges.
- Balance. Excess carted away or shortfall imported.
Where It Is Used
- Sloping stands. Flat platforms for houses.
- Terraced developments. Stepped platforms.
- Roads. Embankments and cuttings.
- Sports fields and yards. Large level areas.
Equipment and Methods
- Excavator and bobcat. Residential platforms.
- Bulldozer. Pushing cut to fill over short distances.
- ADTs. Hauling fill over longer distances.
- Roller and water cart. Compaction of fill layers.
Cut and Fill Earthworks Prices
Ballpark prices so you can check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Cut to fill on site, per m³ | R35 - R90 |
| Excess cut carted to spoil, per m³ | R120 - R280 |
| Imported fill placed and compacted, per m³ | R180 - R380 |
| Compaction of fill, per m³ | R40 - R110 |
| Survey and volume calculation | R6,000 - R25,000 |
| Concrete block retaining wall, per m² face | R900 - R2,200 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures, rounded, excluding VAT. They reflect typical South African contractor and plant hire rates. They are not our prices or quotations, and no provider is bound by them. Confirm what each quotation includes, such as transport, diesel, operator, tip fees and minimum hours.
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Get the Best QuoteWhat Affects the Price
- Balance. A balanced site avoids import and export costs.
- Fill height. Deep fills need engineering and testing.
- Edges. Retaining walls cost much more than open batters.
- Material. Rock in the cut or unsuitable fill adds cost.
What to Include in Your Request
- Site address and plan with existing and proposed levels.
- Engineer's drawings for fills and retaining walls.
- Geotechnical report if available.
- Whether batters or retaining walls are planned.
- Access and start date.
- Photos.
Site and Access Considerations
- Engineering. Fills deeper than about 1 m under buildings, or retaining walls over 1 m, normally need an engineer.
- Drainage. Retaining walls need drainage behind them to prevent water pressure.
- Neighbours. Changing levels at the boundary can affect neighbouring land.
- Fill quality. Topsoil and organic material must never be used as structural fill.
Cut and Fill Earthworks FAQs
What does cut and fill mean?
Excavating soil from high areas and using it to fill low areas, to make a level or graded site.
Is cut and fill cheaper than importing fill?
Usually. Reusing site material avoids buying fill and paying tip fees.
Do I need a retaining wall?
Where there is not enough space for a stable slope. An engineer will advise on height and design.
How are volumes worked out?
From a survey of existing ground compared with the design levels.
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