Top 5 Excavation Contractors in Phenix City, AL
Top questions to ask before hiring an excavation contractor
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.
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Everything You Need to Know About Phenix City Excavation Contractors
Who should I hire if I need Excavation Services in Phenix City?
Right now there are about 50 companies in and around Phenix City ready to help you with your excavation services project.
Below we've listed a few of the top Excavation Contractors on Porch:
- BRIAN NELSON EXCAVATING
- Janney Grading & Backhoe Service
- JONES EXCAVATING & LANDSCAPING
How does invoicing/payment work for most Excavation Contractor projects in Phenix City?
Every project differs, but you should ask any excavation contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any excavation services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for excavation contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your excavation contractor 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 excavation contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Excavation Contractor in Phenix City has finished working?
Every excavation services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any excavation services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with excavation services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the excavation contractor to describe what they did. Whether your excavation services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your excavation services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the excavation contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
Latest projects near Phenix City
Within 48 hours
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for landscaping
I'm not sure
Tree removal, Grading and ground leveling, Small tree and brush removal
Slight slope
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Wanting to level my backyard
5,000-10,000 sq ft
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I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for new construction
An acre or more
Grading and ground leveling, Tree removal, Small tree and brush removal, Hauling soil to or from site
Flat
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Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
20-30%
Home or other building, Road, Section of yard or landscaping
Dirt and soil
No
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I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for landscaping
10,000-20,000 sq ft
Tree removal, Small tree and brush removal
Slight slope
Septic Drain Field Installation
I'm flexible
Within a week
Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
30-45%
Section of yard or landscaping
Dirt and soil
I'm not sure
Within a month
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for landscaping
Under 5,000 sq ft
Small tree and brush removal, Grading and ground leveling, Tree removal
Steep slope
Within a month
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for new construction
An acre or more
Tree removal, Stump removal
Flat