Choosing between road surfacing companies can be a difficult decision to make. Whereas some people may simply go for the one offering the cheapest price, as with everything, cheap doesn’t always mean good, and there are lots of other factors to be considered. In this article, we share 4 key factors to consider when choosing the best company for your road surfacing project.
Key Takeaways
- Choose a company with proven experience in the specific type of road surfacing work you require.
- Check for relevant credentials, accreditations, and verified customer reviews.
- Get multiple quotes to compare pricing, but don’t make cost your only deciding factor.
- Look for a contractor that offers flexible scheduling to minimise disruption.
Proven Experience & Expertise
Start by determining what your project requires and what the right company needs to deliver upon them. By identifying these specifics, you can narrow down your options and ensure the company has the expertise to meet your unique requirements. Choosing a company that has lots of experience in the type of work you require often leads to the best results.
Consider asking questions such as…
“Do you have experience in working with (e.g. tarmac)?”
“Can you manage the entire drainage process, from design to installation?”
Verified Credentials & Accreditations
Hiring a well-established road surfacing contractor is of course preferable, as they will have plenty of experience working with companies and organisations like yours, delivering work to a professional, high standard. They will know their way around health and safety and legal requirements.
Things to look out for include years of service, City & Guilds and Street Works qualifications, and client reviews on verified platforms, such as Google and Trustpilot. Previous clients they’ve worked with can also be a strong indicator of the quality and reliability of the work. If they’ve worked with local authorities and high profile businesses, it’s usually a positive sign.
Flexible Scheduling
Many road surfacing projects require work outside of normal hours or within a specific time frame to avoid and minimise disruption, especially on highways or business access roads. If this is something you require, check that the company is flexible, and can schedule work around you.
Cheap Cost vs Long Term Value
The cost is usually one of the biggest considerations when it comes to any service, but as we briefly mentioned at the start, the cheapest option isn’t always the best. A lower quote could mean rushed work and subpar materials, increasing the risk of costly repairs further down the line.
Get multiple quotes and compare them after considering all the other important factors. We recommend focusing on which company will get the best job done, as long-term, this may end up being the cheaper option.
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If you’re looking for a reliable surfacing company with a highly experienced team of road surfacing contractors, get in touch with A&MT Contractors. We work across the entire UK, serving commercial and residential clients with everything from full road construction to pothole repairs. For a free, no-obligation quote, contact our team today!
