Shop Smart:
- The best contractor may not be the lowest estimate
- Find a contractor that is a certified installer
- Ask for References
- Evaluate all aspects of the estimates, including scope of work, warranties, references, time frames, and price.
- Troubleshoot, try to anticipate problems and inconveniences and come up with an agreement about how to handle these concerns before work begins.
- Obtain a written contract that includes price, payment terms, sales tax, permit fees, the specific time frames for work and completion dates.
- Ask who does the “locates” for phone, hydro and gas.
Be Wary of Contractors who:
- Provide credentials that cannot be verified
- Offer a special price only if you sign up today
- Only accept cash
- Refuse to provide a written contract
- Ask you to get the permits
- Offer exceptionally long warranties
- Can only work on weekends or after hours
- Make you and offer too good to be true
- You don’t know where they live
Contact Mike Clark Excavating & Septic Pumping to arrange an inspection or cleaning of your septic system, or to request a septic installation estimate.