Whether you're starting construction on a new lot, adding underground utilities or a septic tank, or even building a pool, you need an excavating contractor to prepare the site. They can clear and level the ground, as well as digging holes and trenches to your specifications without disturbing your existing structures. To make sure the contractor you choose will do the job quickly, cleanly, and safely, ask them about these three factors.

What to Ask Your Excavating Contractor Before Hiring

1. How Much Experience Do They Have?

A company with at least a couple of decades of history is likely to do a better job than one without. Their operators are more likely to be experienced, and if they've lasted this long, they probably have a long string of satisfied customers who have kept them in business. You should also ask about the specific training their operators undergo and check that they have strict safety procedures to limit your liability.

2. What Equipment Will They Be Using?

An established excavating contractor should have access to dozers, loaders, excavators, mini excavators, and skid steers. This heavy equipment allows them to complete large jobs quickly. Work with them to make sure they can get the equipment to the dig site on your property; for example, if your back yard is closed off, you may need to temporarily remove fencing to allow an excavator in.

3. Do They Have the Right Paperwork?

Excavating contractor licenses in Kentucky are handled by counties or individual cities rather than by the state. Check whether your contractor is licensed in your city and ensure their paperwork is up to date. Also, ask them about their insurance; they should have coverage for their workers and equipment, as well as for your property in case of any accidents.

If you need an excavating contractor in Pulaski County, choose Wilson & Roy Construction Inc. in Nancy, KY. This licensed and insured company has been family-owned and -operated for three generations. They have over 50 years in the business, and they also take emergency calls. They manufacture and install septic tanks, water tanks, and storm cellars. Call (606) 636-6457 or visit their website to start planning your project.