Planning Your Stealth Pool? Why Grading and Dirt Offhauling Are the Missing Pieces of Your Backyard Oasis

So, you’ve finally pulled the trigger on a new “Stealth Pool” from Pool and Spa Depot. It’s an exciting investment for any Middle Tennessee homeowner looking to beat the summer heat. However, many homeowners are surprised to find that once the pool is set, there is a mountain of Tennessee clay sitting in their yard and a landscape that doesn’t quite meet the existing patio.

At Excavation Contractors LLC, we specialize in the “Phase 2” of pool installations. While companies like Pool and Spa Depot are experts at installing the pool itself, they typically do not handle the final grading, dirt offhauling, or the critical drainage required to protect your yard and  new investment.

The Challenge: Dealing with the “Leftovers”

Installing a pool requires moving a massive amount of earth. In Brentwood, Franklin, and Spring Hill, that earth is usually heavy, non-porous clay. If left sitting, it creates an eyesore and a muddy mess. Furthermore, without professional grading, water can easily become trapped between your new pool coping and your existing paver patio.

Our Professional Solution: The Right Materials for the Job

On a recent project for a local client in Columbia, we implemented a specialized drainage and backfill strategy to ensure their backyard stayed dry and level:

• • Dirt Offhauling: We hauled off 3 loads of excess dirt.
  • #57 Stone Backfill: Unlike standard dirt, #57 stone provides excellent structural support and allows water to flow through it rather than pushing against the pool walls.
  • Peripheral Drainage Pipes: We installed a dedicated drainage system around the pool perimeter. This prevents water from “pooling” against the existing paver patio, which could otherwise cause the pavers to shift or sink over time.

• Seed and Straw: We spread seed and straw to help grow grass and prevent erosion.

If you are currently scheduled for a pool install, don’t wait until you’re staring at a pile of dirt to call a contractor. Integrating grading services in Brentwood, Franklin, Spring Hill and drainage installation in Middle TN into your initial budget is the best way to ensure your project stays on track.

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