Why Should I Have Post Holes Professionally Dug?

The  foundation of your postholes Construction starts with preparing correct the first time.  If foundations is Firm will help to create a long lasting and stable deck, fence, or your given application.

When you start any design from the ground up digging holes for post footings it can be messy and some times very unpleasant tasks. Is it very often that the type of job that makes people look for short-cuts, like not dig dip enough  or even delay digging the holes altogether?

Difficulties can be reduced when initiating your deck construction simply by using the proper tools required.
Warning!!!: Please be advised-before any digging commences you should research where all your underground utility pipes and cables are located to avoid all dangers.

If you are conducting any type of digging in the ground is not as easy as it sounds - especially if you start off with a traditional shovel or spade. Take a look at the diagram above, digging on your own will resemble the left example. The  right example shows you what  Post Holes4you  can do for you. Which type of post hole would you prefer?

         SERVICES  "POST HOLES 4 YOU"  WILL PROVIDE:

• Answers to any questions or concerns customers may have have  and consult with you prior to booking.
• Upon arriving on the project site, "Post Holes 4 you"  will have a detailed discussion with the contractor in charge or home owner  to ensure a quality job is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

• Mark out and divide all post locations.
• Drill the appropriate sized holes for posts being set.
• Ensure all  posts are set  level and straight in cement.
• We ensure post support is provided by raking dirt around the posts to maintain moisture in the cement during the curing process.
• Upon completion of the job it is our commitment to ensure the area is left in a safe and tidy manner and  customer satisfaction has been achieved.

• As per our customers request we will drill the appropriate sized holes to the proper depth.
• Insert, line-up and back fill  sona tubes.

PRICE LIST:

FENCE POST DRILLING AND SETTING
DRILLING ONLY This service is drilling only, we do not mark the  locations for the post, supply cement, or set posts. We do not take the dirt from the holes.	DRILL, POUR AND SET With this service we will mark all your post locations, supply and mix the concrete, set the post straight and plumb and live the place clean. We do not take the dirt from the holes.
Up to 42" deep 10"   Dia.  Minimum charge of $250.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $250.00 From 8 to 25 holes $15.00 each  From 26 to 50 holes $14.00 each  From 51 and over $12.00 each  12" Dia.  Minimum charge of $250.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $250.00 From 8 to 25 holes $15.00 each  From 26 to 50 holes $14.00 each  From 51 and over $12.00 each	Up to 42" deep 10"   Dia. [for a 4x4 post] Minimum charge of $295.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $295.00 From 9 to 25 holes $26.00 each  From 26 to 50 holes $25.00 each  From 51 and over $24.00 each  12" Dia.  [For 6x6x10 post]  Minimum charge of $340.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $340.00 From 9 to 25 $30.00 each From 26 to 50 $28.00 each From 51 and over $26.00 each
DECK, SHED AND GAZEBO FOOTINGS
DRILL ONLY This service is drilling only, we do not mark footing locations or insert sono tubes. We do not take the dirt from the holes.	DRILL AND POUR With this service we will drill where YOU have marked, insert YOUR sono tubes, back fill, supply and mix the concrete and finally fill and trowel the footings. We do not take the dirt from the holes.
Up to 48" deep 10"   Dia.  Minimum charge of $250.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $250.00 From 8 to 25 holes $15.00 each  From 26 to 50 holes $14.00 each  From 51 and over $12.00 each  12" Dia.  Minimum charge of $250.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $250.00 From 8 to 25 holes $15.00 each  From 26 to 50 holes $14.00 each  From 51 and over $12.00 each	Up to 48" deep 10"   Dia.  Minimum charge of $475.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $475.00 From 9 to 25 holes $49.00 each  From 26 AND OVER $45.00 each  12" Dia.  Minimum charge of $580.00 From 1 to 8 holes minimum charge $580.00 From 9 to 25 $60.00 each From 26 and over $55.00 each

All prices stated are for machine-augured holes and are subject to change without notice.
Hand digging may be available if necessary for an additional charge.


CALL BEFORE YOU DIG!

We require clearance from all underground utilities including telephone, cable, hydro and gas.  Copies of all clearance forms must be forwarded to us by fax or mail prior to booking a site visit. You must contact Ontario One Call at 1 800-400-2255 or www.on1call.com  to request a utility check for your property. They may not check all utilities listed above. Check your bills for the call-before-you-dig numbers that Ontario One Call does not cover.

Utilities locating is a free service and must be done by the customer prior to digging!

Digging Holes for Post Footings
Using a Shovel / Spade

Trying to start a project on your own may appear to be easy. After all ,all you need is a shovel right? Wrong! Everything appears easy at the start but as you continue to dig and get deeper so do all your problems. One must dig deep enough to be able to pour concrete which means you must reach soil frost level. Remember, there are quite a few holes where you must repeat this process..

You are not using any special equipment required and therefore in the long run you end up spending more funds to ensure your project is completed then you thought you would. Not only can it be costly but excessively timely and tiring. Wouldn't you rather be doing something else with your time? This is where Post Holes4You comes in handy. We can do the work required professionally and economically and you can do something special with the money that you save. Call Post Holes4You and leave the backbreaking work to us.

Other Options

Individuals may try to use the following tools to dig their own post holes: The Hand Auger and Clamshell Digger (see adjoining picture). They will do the job to some degree and we feel obligated to show you these possible solutions, but they also take a lot of time and physical work to complete properly. If you are not experienced in handling these tools and completing such a job it can pose a problem. Call us so we can recommend was is appropriate for you!

If you want a professional job done that will last for years at a reasonable price, please contact us at:  sales@postholes4you.com or call us at (416) 994-0843