Top questions to ask before hiring a garbage removal service

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Dubuque Garbage Removal Services

How many garbage removal services does Dubuque have?

There are around 50 companies throughout Dubuque to help you with your next garbage removal job.

  • 9 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

How does invoicing/payment work for most Garbage Removal Service projects in Dubuque?

Every project differs, but you should ask any garbage removal service for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any garbage removal work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for garbage removal services to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your garbage removal service project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the garbage removal service to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

What should I check for once my Garbage Removal Service in Dubuque has finished working?

Every garbage removal project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any garbage removal company has told you they've finished the job:

  • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with garbage removal work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
  • Ask the garbage removal service to describe what they did. Whether your garbage removal project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
  • Compare the description provided on your garbage removal project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
  • Request that the garbage removal service do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

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