Qualifications in Excavation and Construction – they need to be able to prove their trade qualifications to you by means of a certificate or diploma
Registered with the local municipality and building association – this protects you and them down the line
Project Management – this is vital – to be able to manage a project from A to Z – they must show you the plans they will be following for your specific need
The understanding and experience in, not only excavating but cable TV systems, joint trench systems, directional boring, trenching, underground sewer and water systems, fiber jetting, cable plowing and telephone networks (both copper and fiber types)
At least 3 years’ experience in this field either by way of qualified references or work referrals
Cost Effective rates – it is really mostly the labor that needs to be negotiated and they should be charging fair and reasonable rates
Machinery – your excavation expert should have good contacts for the machinery he will need to excavate or be able to supply his own machinery and equipment
Insurance – do not go a step further until they can prove their contract works insurance certificate or policy – many things can go wrong, from natural disasters to subsidence and landslip issues – a good, solid insurance policy will cover most of these issues