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When you’re installing new plumbing, adding a septic system, or leveling or grading your property, you want the work to be done by a skilled and reliable excavating contractor. But how do you know whether the provider you’re considering lives up to your standards? Here are a few factors to look at before making your selection.

How to Choose an Excavating Contractor

Inspect Their License & Certification

Virginia’s Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation sets the standards for businesses licensed to provide excavating services. To qualify, a business has to have personnel with experience in the offered service. Ask to see your contractor’s license information or look up their credentials before signing a contract.

Learn Their Reputation

excavatingOne of the best ways to predict a company’s performance at excavating, site grading, or site clearing is to find out how they’ve done at these services in the past. Look online for reviews, or ask friends and family who they’ve worked with them in the past.

Ask About Equipment & Experience

When you speak to a possible contractor, ask about their prior experience with your type of job and if they have the necessary equipment. Whether you need demolition or hauling of gravel or sand, make sure they have the manpower and tools needed. Check that the equipment they do have is properly maintained and in prime condition. 

Obtain an Itemized Quote

Any reputable contractor should be completely transparent about their pricing and what’s included in their service, and provide this information in writing. This way, you can compare offers and look for the company that will meet all your needs at a reasonable cost. 

 

If you need excavating work done in Augusta County, choose H.C. Eavers & Sons Excavating. Based in Stuarts Draft, VA, these licensed and state-certified Responsible Land Distributors will take care of all your contracting and hauling needs, from demolition to foundation laying. These reliable Class A contractors invite you to put their 50 years of experience to the test. To schedule a visit, call (540) 337-1286 or send a message online.

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