What is demolition and excavation? Is it something you, a property owner, can do yourself? What will it cost? We will tackle these questions in this article by J & A Excavation Services, serving the Greater Fort Worth area with outstanding excavation services. Call us when the job is too big but you want it done right.
What is demolition and excavation?
Stated simply, demolition and excavation are steps taken to prepare a job site for future construction. Whether it be a backyard DIY project, or a commercial project, any construction site will need to be properly “prepared” before the construction can begin.
This will include the destruction of existing structures, the removal of impediments like trees and large rocks, the establishment of a drainage system to promote erosion control, and the leveling of the job site so that construction can begin on a suitable surface.
How difficult is demolition and excavation?
Answering this question is a matter of scale. We are not about to tell you that you need a professional excavating company to clear your backyard in order to build a playhouse for your children. To our way of thinking, that would be a waste of your money. However, an add on to a existing house, the construction of a tool shed or garage, the construction of a pond, these things need professionals. They are beyond the scope and knowledge of the average property owner.
Proper soil testing requires knowledge. Proper erosion control requires knowledge. Dealing with local governments in the permitting process requires experience. Safely demolishing large obstacles requires skill on large machinery. These things all require a skill level most homeowners simply do not have and, if that is the case with your project, it is time to call in the pros.
What will it cost to do properly?
There is no nice, neat answer to this question. On average, demolition and excavation will cost somewhere in the $75-$125 per hour range, but even that rough estimate can vary greatly depending upon the area where you live. To find out what you can expect, we strongly urge you to obtain job quotes from a number of local excavation services. It will soon become apparent what the local cost of such work will be, and you can then choose an excavation company based upon their reputations. Do your due diligence and ask for past jobs each company has worked on, and then call those property owners and ask them for a review of the work performed for them. It will not take long for you to come up with a Top Three companies to choose from. The cream always rises to the top in any profession.
A final word about J & A Excavation Services.
Fort Worth residents know that J & A Excavation Services is a name which stands for professionalism. Whether it be driveway excavation, pond excavation, building pads, or dump truck services, J & A is the name to remember for Fort Worth residents and business owners. Call us today.