Earthmoving is the process of excavating, shifting, grading and compacting soil and rock to prepare a site for construction. This essential procedure involves the use of heavy machinery such as excavators, backhoes and skid steers to carry out tasks including site excavation, trenching, land clearing and pool excavation.
Proper earthmoving techniques are crucial for ensuring a site is stable and correctly levelled before building work commences. Earthmoving is fundamental to a wide range of construction projects, from residential foundations and site preparation through to commercial developments and public infrastructure works.