In real estate and construction, backfilling is the process of refilling a previously excavated area with soil or other materials. It is a crucial step in construction to ensure stability, proper drainage, and to support structures.
A bearing wall, also known as a load-bearing wall, is a crucial structural element in construction that supports the weight of the objects above it, providing stability to the building.
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