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Excavation Frequently Asked Questions
by Watsons Excavations, Monday, December 14, 2020 11:28 AM
Are you thinking of hiring an excavator for excavation in the Sunshine Coast?
If you have not hired one of these before, then you may want to know more about what these machines are, and how to make the best use out of your hired excavator.
Watsons Excavations can help you to find the answers that you need with our handy information below.
What Is An Excavator?
It is important to understand exactly what an excavator is before you hire one for a job.
These are drivable machines which are used to dig ground, extract items, or move objects and materials around a work site. They are useful for a number of different work projects.
What Makes Up An Excavator?
The majority of excavators have two main parts. Firstly, they have the driving base, with closed cab and moving tracks or wheels.
Secondly, they have a boom arm which uses a bucket, or a rock grab device to move items around the site.
What Size Machine Is Right For Me?
If you are talking to Watsons Excavations about your excavation needs, you will have to decide whether you need a large excavator, or a smaller machine.
The first will allow you to move larger material over a longer distance, and is ideal for heavy-duty work, while the latter is nimbler and can move more easily around tight work sites.
Do I Need A Rock Grab?
Some excavators come with rock grabs, which are rather like the grabbing devices that you see in arcade games.
They are useful if you are digging an area with a lot of rocks or other items that have to be cleared away quickly.
They can also be used to pick up materials to carry them across site, for example.
Should I Drive Or Hire A Team?
When you are hiring these machines, you need to decide whether you can drive these machines on your own, or if you need help.
With the assistance of a hired team from Watsons Excavations, you can manage your own team and allow us to do the important tasks.
It is likely that we have the experience to complete the project faster and in a more cost effective way than if you were to try to complete the job on your own.
Reach Out To Us Today
Need help with choosing the right excavator for your project excavation on the Sunshine Coast?
With the assistance of Watsons Excavations, you can pick the perfect machine for your work site that will allow us to help you to manage your digging, extraction and moving tasks.
To find out more,
contact us online today for a free quote, or
give us a call now.