If you have done a Google search for excavating companies near me, this article should help you to choose the right one for you. We are J & A Excavating, out of Fort Worth, Texas, and excavating is our gig. Pond excavation, driveway excavation, building pads, you name it, if it is related to excavation, we are the ones to call in Fort Worth.
Now, let’s talk a bit about choosing an excavating services.
How to choose from so many excavating companies near me.
Sad as it is to consider, the COVID period saw an influx of, shall we say, less that qualified contractors/builders/excavators. This means, simply, that the property owner must do some research into the qualifications of any company they are considering for a job.
Qualified companies will encourage the scrutiny. They will gladly give references. In truth, their track record will speak for itself. Feel free to ask for references, and then make sure you follow up on those references.
Make sure excavating companies near me are licensed and insured and/or bonded.
This is an interesting topic, one you need to be aware of. Different states have different laws concerning licensing, bonding, and insuring, and you need to do your research, so you are aware of your state’s laws.
Many people mistakenly believe that bonding and insuring are the same thing. They are not. A surety bond means a third party has backed the excavation company in case of damage/injury; they don’t do that unless the company has met some rather rigorous standards. With insurance, it is the excavating company which has obtained coverage.
Either way, you will want to make sure you are protected, and that protection is spelled out in the contract you sign.
Do your research.
We mentioned asking for references earlier in this article. We might also suggest asking around, getting names from people or companies which have had excavation work done. It is our experience that after a period of research, the same two or three company names will continually be mentioned as trustworthy and professional.
Once you have those names, meet with the company reps, map out the project, ask for a quote, and get a feel for the rep. The final decision will come down to a gut feeling, but despite the fact that gut feelings are rather random and unqualifiable, they usually can be trusted.
Make your choice, make sure the contract specifies everything it should, make sure the price is all-inclusive, and sign on the dotted line.
What will you pay? There is no way to answer that. The going rate differs from city to city and state to state. Once you ask for quotes from your top three candidates, the going rate will become apparent.
A final word about J & A Excavation.
Our track record speaks for itself, and we invite you to do your research before choosing J & A Excavation. The job you envision is an important one to you, and we want you feeling confident about your decision. Call us and a representative will talk to you about your job and give you a quote.