Excavation and Concrete Contractors for Residential Construction

How Proper Excavation Prevents Costly Callbacks

A solidly built home begins with a strong foundation, and a strong foundation starts with a properly excavated site. Excavation is more than digging a hole, and it requires a certain amount of knowledge to handle the work in the most effective and efficient manner. Without the proper level of attention paid to the process, pouring a foundation may be held up as crews attempt to correct their mistakes. This can have a domino effect that causes every phase after to be delayed. When contractors choose to work with an experienced excavation and concrete contractor like Bartley Corp, however, they can be sure the work will be done right the first time so footings, wallsfootings, walls, and the rest of the structure will go up as planned.

What to Look for in an Excavation Contractor

Given how important excavation is for any construction project, it’s always a good idea to vet the contractor you choose for the work as carefully as possible. When selecting a partner for your next project, you’ll want to base your choice on the following criteria to ensure you get the accountability, accuracy, and trade coordination that offer your project the best chance for success:

Know-How

• Turnkey Capabilities: Finding a contractor that can do as many steps in the home building process as possible is to your advantage. There are less people to talk to and contractors that provide turnkey excavation services improve efficiency and lower the number of phone calls and meetings.
• Layout Expertise: You should not have to be the person checking the grades. It is a headache for you and a competent excavation and concrete contractor should be doing this. Layout accuracy is critical for success, and an excavating contractor who can provide total station layout helps prevent errors and delays that can have a big impact on your project.
• Quality & Expertise: Figure out if they understand grades and the purpose of the excavation. The purpose is to provide a site that is ready for the concrete contractor to start immediately. Too often holes are dug incorrectly and a call back is required pushing out the start of the footing for days.

Intangibles

• People: It’s always important to find trustworthy contractors who will get the job right the first time. How would your excavation contractor handle a mishap? The people that make up the company make the difference.
• Years of Experience: Inquire to find out how much experience the contractor has excavating the specific type of foundation that is planned.
• Competitive Cost: Without the whole package (people, expertise etc.), the lowest bidder may end up costing you the most. Conflicts, mistakes, and constant babysitting drive up cost.

One Contractor for Excavation, Concrete, and Waterproofing

Bartley provides the total package, handling the excavation for footings, concrete work, and waterproofing all under one roof. We get you ready from the plate down. Choosing Bartley for turnkey excavation/demolition and concrete means many of the most common problems can be avoided. There are fewer conflicts, fewer extras, less trades, and no need to babysit the job, which is done right the first time. Bartley’s excavation team works for the people who use it, the concrete contractor. What Sets Bartley’s Excavation Team Apart Bartley Corp’s focus on execution, supervision, safety, and experience means we deliver consistently high-quality results for our customers. Working with us means your project can benefit from:

• Total Station Layout
• On site supervision
• OSHA safe banks
• Excavation/elevation check
• Staging area set
• People you can trust
• 40 years of expertise
• One contractor for all your needs
• Excellent pricing

Is Bartley bidding your residential excavation work? If not, give us a call so we can do all your work from the excavation to the waterproofing.