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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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How does invoicing/payment work for most Excavation Contractor projects in Los Angeles?
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.
Who should I hire if I need Excavation Services in Los Angeles?
Right now there are about 7 companies in and around Los Angeles ready to help you with your excavation services project.
Below we've listed a few of the top Excavation Contractors on Porch:
- California Community Fndtn
- Badger Daylighting
- WATER ON MARRS INC
What should I check for once my Excavation Contractor in Los Angeles 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.
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I'm flexible
30-45%
Section of yard or landscaping, Driveway
Grass or other small plants
No
Within a month
I need a variety of land clearing services
Demolish an old carport, clear some land, take away some bushes and small trees, and grade and level the land.
10,000-20,000 sq ft
Tree removal, Rock and boulder removal, Grading and ground leveling, Small tree and brush removal, Building demolition, Concrete or asphalt breaking and removal
Slight slope
Septic Drain Field Installation
Within a month
I'm flexible
More than 45%
Home or other building
Retaining walls from one level of homes above another
Yes
I'm flexible
More than 45%
stairs
Mixture of rocks and soil
I'm not sure
Within 48 hours
More than 45%
Home or other building, I have neighbors on either side. The slope descends to an old creek bed between my hill and a hill owned by Chevron
Sandy soil
Yes
Within a month
More than 45%
Driveway
Mixture of rocks and soil
Yes
Within a week
More than 45%
Section of yard or landscaping, Driveway, Home or other building
Mixture of rocks and soil
No
I'm flexible
sod removal
I'm not sure