Ground Preparation/Tree Removal

[dis_250]

I had to remove a small tree from the area where we want to put the pool.
A hole in the ground is about 25"x40" and 11 inches deep.
What is the best way to fill it?
I would like to avoid excavating 11" to level the whole area.

Backyard is all fenced and I can not get in any big machinery.
I’m located in Toronto area, Ontario Canada.

AG 15x25

Thanks,
Dusan

[MaxxFusion]

Where will this hole fall in relation to the pool. Will the liner sit over this hole?

I had a similar situation when I installed and it fell under my liner.

Since its a relatively small area fill it with loose dirt and use a hand tamper to pack it down. I would do it in layers. You can get some real force with a hand tamper so you can get it packed nicely.

[duraleigh]

Dusan,

Sand will work nicely as well. It is self-compacting and very easy to level.

[dis_250]

Thanks for replays.

The hole is in the middle of round section. It will be under the linear.
I was also told to use crushed limestone and to put some sand on the top of it.

I don't want to be surprised once when the pool is full of water.

[MaxxFusion]

In the middle. Thats perfect. I would just fill and pack with sand.

[JJ in Tx]

tamp the sand or what ever you use down tightly.
Like maxx said "layers", if you do it a bit at a time it will compact easier and better than if you fill the whole hole and try to do it.
JJ

[hrsdennis]

Hi, It's been all good advice so far. The key is to water and pack several times before installing a liner over it.

Good luck, Dennis