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 Pierre Excavation Contractors

Does the excavation contractor I want to hire need to be licensed in Pierre?

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 0 excavation contractors in Pierre that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Excavation Contractors need to have to work on Excavation Services jobs in SD:

    Can I browse unscreened Excavation Contractors in Pierre?

    We do our best to screen all of our excavation contractors. However, there are still some excavation contractor professionals in Pierre that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Pierre or SD. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering excavation services:

    • Ballhagen Excavating & Plumbing LLC:
      • Services Offered: Excavation Contractors
      • BBB Rating: A+
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • Elsberry Construction & Excavation:
      • Services Offered: Excavation Contractors
      • BBB Rating: NR
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • American Creek Conservation Dist:
      • Services Offered: Excavation Contractors
      • BBB Rating: NR
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

    What should I check for once my Excavation Contractor in Pierre 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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