Frequently Asked Questions

Steve is the heart of the operation—our lead operator with decades of hands-on experience in earthworks. He’s known for his no-fuss approach, attention to detail, and getting jobs done right the first time. Booking with Steve means personalised service from quote to completion.

We primarily cover the Mid North Coast, including Taree, Wingham, Forster, Gloucester, and surrounding NSW regions. We’re based in Wingham, so we’re quick to mobilise for local jobs.

Yes to both! From home driveways and pool excavations to commercial site clears and industrial levelling—we adapt to your scale.

Fully licensed (NSW White Card, machinery tickets) and insured for public liability up to $20M, workers’ comp, and equipment damage. We prioritize safety on every site.

Absolutely—Steve’s bobcat is perfect for tight spaces. We’ve dug hundreds of backyards, retaining walls, and garden beds without a hitch.

The Bobcats width is 1,575mm.

Yes, we clear vegetation, stumps, and debris efficiently, preparing sites for construction while minimising environmental impact.

We prep the base (excavation, compaction), supply and spread gravel or crusher dust, and ensure proper drainage for long-lasting driveways.

Sure thing—trenching for pipes, swales, and culverts to manage water flow and prevent erosion.

Basics like your location, job type (e.g., “excavate 50m² for patio”), soil type if known, access constraints (gates, slopes), and timeline. Photos help!

We offer both—fixed for defined scopes (e.g., full site clear) to give certainty, or hourly ($120 excl. GST + machine/operator float) for flexible jobs.

Quotes cover labor and machine time by default. Materials are extra (we can source and deliver via tipper).

30 days, as fuel and material prices can fluctuate. We’ll flag any changes if your job starts later.

Modern Bobcat S70 skid-steer (compact for tight spots), 6T mini excavator, 10T tipper truck for hauling, plus attachments like augers, grapples, and buckets.

Yes—daily checks, annual services, and we carry spares. Downtime is rare; if it happens, we have backups.

We monitor forecasts and reschedule proactively—no charge for rain days. Your safety (and ours) comes first.

We advise on what’s needed (e.g., for clears over 1,000m²) but clients typically apply. Steve can provide site plans to help.

Green as possible—sort green waste for mulch, metals for scrap, and tip general fill legally. We track everything for your peace of mind.

1–2 weeks for standard jobs, but Steve’s calendar fills fast in peak seasons (spring/summer). Emergency clears? Call us—we’ll squeeze you in.

Steve assesses access, measures the area, discusses any tweaks, and confirms the plan. It’s your chance to ask questions—no obligation.

Flexible within reason—if we can reshuffle, no problem.

No.

100% satisfaction— we’ll fix any issues within 7 days at no extra cost. Our work stands up to council inspections.

No.

We pause, notify you, and quote extras. Utilities? We use locator services pre-dig (call Before You Dig—free).

Weekends yes, after hours is case-by-case. Ideally, we don’t work past a certain time due to noisy jobs near neighbours. The Mid Coast Council specifies that no loud equipment noises past 10pm.

MidCoast Council follows NSW-wide rules under the POEO Act, meaning restrictions focus on “offensive noise” (unreasonable interference) and specific times for domestic equipment like power tools (e.g., not before 8 am/after 10 pm on weekdays/weekends)

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Absolutely—check our Projects page, or we’ll connect you with recent clients for driveway or excavation refs.

Most 1–2 days, depending on scope. A simple levelling? Often same-week.

We minimize dust/water use, erosion controls, and native plant protection. Steve’s all about sustainable earthworks.