Five factors to consider
1. How broad and deep is their expertise?
• Paving & maintaining?
• Asphalt & concrete?
• Grading & drainage?
• Curbs & catch basins?
• Decorative & safety paving?
2. Do they have at least 5 relevant, recent references?
3. How much insurance coverage?
• Workers’ Comp
• Liability Insurance\
4. Do they take your perspective -- naturally?
• Ask about your plans for the property?
• Give you options & answer questions?
• Back up recommendations with facts?
• Lay out a detailed long-term plan & budget?
• Evaluate your lots annually? Free? Without promise of a contract?
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