Port Macquarie is a busy place. It is worth visiting, and the changing landscape of tourism will prompt you to need a demolition contractor in Port Macquarie one day.

But how should you hire a contractor? Today, we at Australian Construction will share with you some of the questions you need to ask before signing a deal.

What is the contractor’s liability?

This is an important question. You need to know the extent of the liability of the contractor. But what does liability mean?

If an accident happens, who is liable? As you know, demolition is a really dangerous process. If someone gets hurt, or if the blast damages a neighbouring building, who is accountable?  

This liability must be on paper. You have to look for a contractor who will take responsibility for his actions. As such, you must only work with a contractor that has a license to operate.

Also, ask the contractor about insurance. It is always best to work with a contractor who has an insurance policy for his employees.

Does the contractor have violations?

If a contractor has a violation, you must understand what this violation is. If you know the history and what happened, you will make a better decision.

However, this is easier said than done. You need experts in the industry to find out if a contractor has violated any building codes. You may need a third-party company to do this investigation.

If the investigation route is not possible, you can rely on the internet. Look for company review websites, and you may chance upon reviews for the contractor you are planning to work with.

The thing about violations is that they will not be on any list if the contractor has no license. You cannot rely on the government to have this record if the contractor is not even a legitimate operator.

We are not saying that you should not work with a contractor who has a violation. For all it is worth, perhaps the violation is as simple as not wearing a hard hat.

What equipment will be used? 

Finally, ask the contractor what equipment they will use. More importantly, ask if they own the equipment.

If you want to learn more about equipment and machinery for demolition, you can read one of our blog posts about it.

This is an important aspect of the demolition. It tells you what kind of machines you are paying for. You will also have a rough idea of how fast they will work.

If a contractor does not have the equipment, you have to reconsider. It is always better to work with a contractor who has a complete set of equipment, so your project does not get delayed.

Summary: Demolition Contractor in Port Macquarie

We are hoping that you got some important insights today. Before you hire a contractor, ask these things, and you should be able to make an informed decision.

If you are looking for a demolition contractor, give us a call now. We at Australian Construction have been in business for over 20 years. We know all the facets of the construction industry, not just the demolition process.

You can also ask us for a quote now. On our website, you will find a “request quote” form. Send us the details and we will respond to your promptly.

Better yet, why don’t we schedule a call so we can visit your site? Once our engineers see the building, they will have a better idea of what we are dealing with. They will draw up a plan, a quote, and we will present it to you so you can decide.