Perform Initial Rough Grading

What happens here

Using a Caterpillar skid steer loader equipped with a standard bucket, the operator begins the initial rough grading. The primary objective is to generally contour the side and backyard areas, starting to establish a basic slope that directs water away from the house. He describes treating the skid steer more like a dozer at this stage, focusing on filling the bucket with as much dirt as possible and pushing it to reshape the landscape. Extreme caution is exercised to keep the heavy machinery a safe distance from the house's concrete masonry unit (CMU) foundation, as sandy soil tends to be unstable and can shift under pressure.