Top 9 Excavation Contractors in Tacoma, WA
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.
Recent reviews for Tacoma Excavation Contractors
We hired S&K Contracting to do various handyman items in our home and also to design and install wainscot in our billiards room. We had a great experience working with Scott. His craftsmanship and attention to detail was exceptional. We also appreciate...
Scott did a great job on our fence repair, good communication throughout and everything completed in a timely manner.
5 star service, used.them 2 times with great results on a kitchen remodel then bath and paint, highly recomend
Thank you Scott, for stepping up and staining my cedar fence for me when my former landscaper left me high and dry with 20 gallons of stain and no one to spray it. Scott answered my cry for help that same day.He gave me an estimate, at my convenience, tha...
Scott was very prompt. He kept us informed and worked with us to get the barge rafters painted. Would definitely hire him again.
S&K came out and did some small repairs around my house. Scott was very helpful and polite. I will definitely hire them again in the future if I have need to.
Peter pays attention to detail like no one else. His work is outstanding. On time and cleans up everyday. This guy is absolutely the Best in the business!!!!
Peter completed a small excavation job for us. He was responsive and very accommodating to a DYI homeowner. Price was fair and job was completed on time. Would I call him again? Yes, without question.
We were very pleased with the job Peter did. He was very thorough. The logistics of our location posed some challenges. Peter had the equipment, knowledge and manpower to successfully complete the job. He is a hands-on owner who actually worked the machin...
Peter and his crew are very professional and do excellent work. I highly recommend them.
Peter and his crew at Landscape Pick-up built us about 240 feet of 3-man rockery wall at our home in Kent. I would consider the work to be very detailed and challenging as part of the wall system needed to be built into a steep hillside with limited acce...
Everything You Need to Know About Tacoma Excavation Contractors
How does invoicing/payment work for most Excavation Contractor projects in Tacoma?
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.
I have Excavation Services work that I need done in Tacoma. What should my budget be?
Our data on recent excavation contractor projects in Tacoma shows that larger excavation services projects in city are often upwards of $0.00. However, this price depends on a number of factors. Cost can increase or decrease based on any/all of the following:
- Location: excavation contractors travel time may factor into the budget.
- Cost of materials. This is an important factor of your excavation services project budget. You can purchase materials yourself, but remember that your excavation contractor professional maybe be able to leverage relationships with other companies to save on material costs.
- Company ratings: Highly-rated excavation contractors tend to be more expensive. Decide what balance between ratings and cost is right for you.
As always, every project is different and you should contact multiple excavation contractors throughout Tacoma to ensure your project is done right.
Does the excavation contractor I want to hire need to be licensed in Tacoma?
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 4 excavation contractors in Tacoma that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Excavation Contractors need to have to work on Excavation Services jobs in WA:
- Accreditations/License: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
- Accreditations/License: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
- Accreditations/License: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
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Under 5,000 sq ft
I'm flexible
Land clearing, brush or stump removal
need three foot grass mowed
Under 5,000 sq ft
I'm flexible
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for landscaping
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More than 45%
Section of yard or landscaping, Road
Dirt and soil
Yes
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Land clearing, brush or stump removal
I need a variety of land clearing services
Preparation for landscaping
Under 5,000 sq ft
Tree removal, Stump removal, Small tree and brush removal, Hauling soil to or from site, Concrete or asphalt breaking and removal
Steep slope
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Land clearing, brush or stump removal
I need a variety of land clearing services
We do not want to plant anything just trying to clear weeds and blackberry bushes from business property.
Under 5,000 sq ft
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Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
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Mixture of rocks and soil
No
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Slope, cliff or bank stabilization
20-30%
Section of yard or landscaping, Road
Grass or other small plants
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More than 45%
Section of yard or landscaping
Dirt and soil
No