Top 4 Excavation Contractors in Coeur d'Alene, ID
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.
Everything You Need to Know About Coeur d'Alene Excavation Contractors
Does the excavation contractor I want to hire need to be licensed in Coeur d'Alene?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Excavation Contractor need to have. There are 2 excavation contractors in Coeur d'Alene that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Excavation Contractors need to have to work on Excavation Services jobs in ID:
- Accreditations/License: Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing
- Accreditations/License: Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing
- Accreditations/License: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
Will Excavation Services work in Coeur d'Alene require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?
Whether you’re excavation contractor job is in Coeur d'Alene or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring excavation contractors. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the excavation contractor performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the excavation services folks that everything is in order.
What should I check for once my Excavation Contractor in Coeur d'Alene 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 Coeur d'Alene
Within a year
Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
30-45%
River, lake or other water frontage
Dirt and soil
No
Within a month
I need a variety of land clearing services
Clearing of land to use for recreational vehicles
An acre or more
Tree removal, Stump removal, Small tree and brush removal, Hauling soil to or from site
mix of flat and slope
Within a month
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for a driveway
Small tree and brush removal, Tree removal, Grading and ground leveling
Slight slope
Septic Drain Field Installation
Within a month
Within a month
Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
Less than 10%
River, lake or other water frontage
Rocks and boulders
No