What to expect on an excavation or site work job, from the first call to cleanup, and what to have ready so it goes smoothly.
Tell Paul what you need done, where the job is and roughly when. A few photos of the site help him size up the job before he comes out. Not sure what you need? Try the material calculator or the machine matcher.
Paul looks at access, ground conditions, slope and where the dirt needs to go. You get a clear price and a start date before any work begins.
Building, demolition and some site permits are usually arranged by the owner or builder. Check with the City of Vernon or the Regional District of North Okanagan for your property. If you are not sure what applies, ask Paul.
Before any digging, buried gas, power, phone and water lines have to be located. Put in a free request with BC 1 Call a few working days ahead. Private lines such as irrigation, septic or power to a shop are not covered, so mark those or show Paul where they run.
Move vehicles and anything you want protected out of the way, and check gate widths and overhead lines. Let Paul know about septic fields, wells or soft ground so the machines stay clear.
Expect machine noise, trucks coming and going, and piles of material on site while the work is under way. Wet weather or frozen ground can push the schedule, and Paul will keep you posted.
Backfill, final grade and cleanup are part of the job. Paul walks the site with you before he leaves.
Ready to start, or just want a price? Send a few details and Paul will get back to you with a quote and a start date.
Request a quote →Small jobs like a trench or a backyard dig often take a day or two. Foundations and full site prep take longer. Paul gives you a timeline with your quote.
The mini Kubota fits through most gates and between houses. For open sites, the Volvo 160 handles the heavy digging.
Good material can often stay on site for backfill or landscaping. The rest can be loaded and hauled away. This is part of your quote.
It helps to be on site at the start to confirm the layout. After that, Paul just needs access to the work area.
Foundation, driveway, trench or a lot that needs clearing. Send a few details and Paul will get back to you with a price and a start date.