Is $3,500 to pour concrete to level ground under deck a fair price?
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Our soil is ridiculously hard clay, and after the deck footings were dug, the ground is very uneven. It's so hard it's like concrete, and I can't break it up with a shovel or pitchfork. I was hoping to put down landscape fabric and rocks, but I can't do that until it's leveled. I'm considering renting a Honda FRC 800 rear tine tiller from Home Depot to try and level it myself, as the concrete quotes are more than I want to spend for a space we don't use much. My husband is helping me, but I'm trying to figure out the best solution for this space.
Quote Details
This quote is for pouring concrete to level out the ground under a newly built deck. The area to be covered is approximately 12 feet by 18 feet. The soil is described as extremely hard clay, making manual leveling difficult. The work includes: - Leveling the ground under the deck - Pouring concrete - Covering an area of approximately 12 feet by 18 feet - Addressing extremely hard clay soil conditions
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Category
Decking
Price
$3,500
Quote Date
October 1, 2025
Square footage
216
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