Excavation & Footings - Alternate Quote

We have been trying to get an excavation, footings and drainage quote from a contactor we were recommended. He has had the building information for over a month, and we have even met on-site to dicuss it. The longer this goes on, the more I am inclined to lose interest in him.

Fortunately, the carpenter we have engaged has some very good contacts. So I arranged to follow-up on his recommended excavator contractor. I met him on-site, and he seems very motivated and competent. Once the existing house is demolished, he will quote us on the required works. While this looks promising, it also adds to the confusion of choosing contractors. One of the most important things though, is the ability to have a sensible discussion about the way the work should proceed, and in resolving problems. In this regard, this alternate contractor hit the mark.