Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices

Trenching

Trenching guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information

January 2017

Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Trenching? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Trenching work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Trenching work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Trenching labor cost? What are the important Trenching quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?

Trenching - Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fair price for Trenching?Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Trenching expect to pay between $4.53 to $8.52 per linear foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs.
Is a permit needed for Trenching work?Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Trenching. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Trenching work begins.
Is it worth using a professional to perform Trenching work?Skill and experience greatly speed and simplify Trenching work and minimize project delays. Hiring an experienced professional can significantly reduce completion timelines and project schedule risks.
Is Trenching something that I can do myself?The typical Trenching project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Trenching requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home.
How many days are typically required to complete the Trenching work?This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days.

Trenching - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details

Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Trenching. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Trenching work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.

Trenching - Work Milestones and Project Reminders

The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Trenching. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the trench work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.



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