Tips for new users

Finding soil solutions has just become easier with Soilswap.

Before you start trading soil, here are ten tips:

  1. Check if filling is permitted in your area and what council approvals are required
  2. Check the credentials (drivers license, business details) of anyone you deal with
  3. Ask the supplier to prove that the fill isn’t contaminated
  4. Supervise and inspect loads of incoming fill
  5. Record details of all transporters bringing fill onto your property
  6. Keep copies of all documents and records
  7. Don’t risk fines or costly cleanups
  8. Bulking factor: remember to allow an approx 20% increase in soil volume after excavation
  9. Check our Disclaimer on the Terms & Conditions page
  10. Check the links to websites at the bottom of the page

To give you an idea of how the site functions, here are a few scenarios that may apply to you:

Scenario 1: You’re building a pool! You have approximately 100m3 of soil to move.

  • Step 1:  Go to www.soilswap.com.au
  • Step 2:  Click on Got Soil!
  • Step 3:  Click on State or type in postcode for local search
  • Step 4:  Find a dump site nearby and negotiate terms with dumpsite contact

Can’t find a dumpsite? Then list an ad using the Quicklist feature on the right side of the page and get ready for a call from someone nearby that needs your soil!

Scenario 2: Your Rural Property needs 2000m3 of soil to level off a sloping embankment

  • Step 1:  Go to www.soilswap.com.au
  • Step 2:  Click on Want Soil!
  • Step 3:  Click on State or type in postcode for local search
  • Step 4:  Find appropriate soil nearby and negotiate terms with soil contact

Can’t find soil? Then list an ad using the Quicklist feature on the right side of the page and get ready for a call from someone nearby that needs your soil!

Scenario 3: You need a site cut and levelled for you house slab

  • Step 1:  Go to www.soilswap.com.au
  • Step 2:  Click on List and Find Tenders
  • Step 3:  Type in the information and job detail on the “List your own tender” section
  • Step 4:  Get ready for calls from someone that wants your work
  • Step 5:  Your tender will be automatically removed seven days after the tender submission date. If you need to extend this then please contact info@ace123.com.au

Scenario 4: Your Earth Moving business needs more work

  • Step 1:  Go to www.soilswap.com.au
  • Step 2:  Click on List and Find Tenders
  • Step 3:  Enter your post code in the “Looking for a Tender” area
  • Step 4:  Contact the person who listed the tender and negotiate terms

Check out the links below for further soil tips: