Excavating a basement foundation

This basement foundation project presented some unique challenges, from managing hardpan ground to navigating a house footprint with multiple jogs. In this video, I break down why I prefer running the skid steer in the hole for this type of material and how I use the "booster" to keep the job moving without double-handling dirt. We also cover site safety, managing water runoff after recent rain, and the importance of keeping a clean, packed edge for the foundation crew. Timestamps 00:00:42 – Dialing in grade with the operator using code signals. 00:01:04 – Cutting trenches to handle leeching water and dry out the site. 00:06:13 – Why I choose the skid steer over the dozer for hardpan ground. 00:09:01 – Tackling the "jog" and "bump out" challenges of the house layout. 00:10:49 – Safety protocols for keeping the edge of the hole clear. 00:19:55 – Packing and shaping edges to prep for upcoming rain. TRI-COUNTY EXCAVATING | THE DIRT BOSS WE DON'T JUST MOVE EARTH—WE SOLVE PROBLEMS. Tri-County Excavating is the Capital Region's premier partner for civil work and precision site development. Serving Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady counties, we bring the "DIRT BOSS" standard to every project. -- OUR SERVICES -- SITE DEVELOPMENT: Civil Site Prep, Foundation Excavation, Road Building, & Infrastructure. DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS: Septic Systems, French Drains, Pond Builds/Repair, & Bank Stabilization. LAND MANAGEMENT: Forestry Mulching, Land Clearing, & Emergency Flood Cleanup. -- GET IN TOUCH -- 👷 CONTACT: Mike Owner/Operator 📧 EMAIL: [email protected] 📞 CALL TODAY: -- THE "DIRT BOSS" FLEET -- EXCAVATORS: Kobelco SK210-10, SK160, Komatsu PC35, PC88. DOZERS/LOADERS: Komatsu D51 PX22, WA270-8, Kubota SVL 90-2. SPECIALTY: Hydrema 912, Bomag Rollers, Kenworth T-800. -- CONNECT WITH THE BOSS -- Drop a comment below—I'm always interested in hearing from fellow operators or anyone interested in the trade. I do my best to get back to everyone. ✅ TRI COUNTY EXCAVATING Digging the videos? Smash that 👍 & Subscribe! It's FREE! Thanks Mike DIRT BOSS 💪 #LocalExcavator #AlbanyNY #DirtBoss #HeavyEquipment #Construction #TriCountyExcavating #CivilWork #StormDrainage #SepticSystems #ExcavationServices #BlueCollar