The Hidden Costs of DIY Earthmoving

finished residential site clearing project

Need to hire a Bobcat in Perth for your next project? It is time to leave behind DIY Earthmoving and choose professional Bobcat hire with an operator.

While it might seem like a cost-saver, doing your own earthmoving actually involves many hidden costs and often ends up being more expensive than hiring an operator. Beyond just saving money, there are also heaps of benefits to choosing professionals for your project.  At Active Bobcat Services, our Bobcat Hire Services are completed with certified operators, saving you all the trouble and hidden costs.

The Hidden Costs 

Don’t fall into common DIY earthmoving traps. Here are the hidden costs that people often overlook:

Operation Struggle: Heavy machinery like Bobcats requires lots of skills and a significant time learning how to operate it correctly. 

Inefficiency and Rework: Without previous experience, first-time operators tend to experience slow progress and possible rework due to poor execution and incorrect levelling.

Project Delays: DIY Earthmoving often has longer project timelines due to inexperience, leading to delays.

Safety Risks and Personal Injury: Operating a bobcat is extremely dangerous and can result in common accidents like rollovers and pinch points.

Property Damage: If not operated carefully, Bobcats can cause damage to underground pipes and foundations and can cause extensive damage to electrical, gas, telephone and NBN lines.

Costs of Rework: The time and monetary cost to fix DIY mistakes can often end up being more than the initial cost of hiring a professional.

Bobcat removing a swimming pool and moving soil

Benefits of working with an Operator

Choosing an expert operator means investing in expertise and efficiency. Here’s what you can expect when engaging professional operators: 

Skilled operators: All our Bobcat operators are qualified and hold a certificate of competency for Bobcat operation, meaning you can be confident in their expertise and quality of work.

Faster project completion: With our operators, you can ensure that your project will be completed on time and with superior precision.

Problem-solving: Expert operators can quickly identify and solve potential problems on-site, preventing property damage and further costs. 

Stress-free process: Having an operator means you can hand over the most demanding aspect of a project, leaving more time to focus on other priorities.

Local WA knowledge of soil and environmental conditions: Operators will have experience in local soil and environmental conditions that can be crucial for the efficient and effective completion of projects. 

Proper waste disposal: We include convenient waste and debris removal, eliminating the need to worry about additional disposal costs.

Choosing a professional Bobcat hire with a qualified operator isn’t just for convenience; it’s a financially beneficial option that further takes off the worries about safety, damage, and rework. At Active Bobcat Services, we’ve become the trusted operators of Bobcat hire in Perth, working with local builders, landscapers and regular customers. We recognise the importance of strong attention to detail and meeting our customers’ needs, that’s why we offer a free on-site quote for all jobs and provide clear pricing with no hidden costs. Ready to kick off your project? Contact us today to find out more!