Excavation Business Tips

[@JanetFannin-tq1yl]

I have watched your videos for a while, I have found them very informative and entertaining. At 72 years old, I have stared my owen business. I picked up an excavator and trailer, when the time is right I will get me a tracked mini loader. Keep on posting your videos

[@superbm2439]

Get yourself a pedal commander for the Ford with the 6.7l. It eliminates that lag

[@joshualooper561]

I’m impressed by the set of black marks at 8:18 lol great video Todd!!

[@secondsoncustoms7202]

Man… Diggin(pardon the pun) your videos.. The way you explain situations is helping me a lot… Just started my business and learning so much…. Local guy as well … Marion. ThAnks I appreciate what you do…

[@kaic9712]

I’m 15 and want to start a landscaping and excavation company this info helps a lot I’ve been operating a mini ex for my neighbor

[@ravenrising]

Learn how to estimate your jobs and then you can bid work. Get a LLC established and you can build your business credit where the business has its own business credit score.

[@kaic9712]

@@kaydenrowan7666 that’s a scam shut up

[@PersononYT56]

Man, I am so glad I found your channel. I own a nice dump trailer and a skid steer to do work on my property and I've toyed with the idea on and off about doing some contract work to supplement my income but I had no idea where to start! I really appreciate all of the info

[@DigginLife21]

My pleasure. Load that joker up and go make some spondooly

[@billtalkington664]

Your a very good instructor. Thanks

[@allenwc]

Love the positive attitude. Can’t agree more about presenting a positive public image. It really does make all the difference in the world.

[@BenKoren]

Extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time.

[@lawnworkshawaii2418]

Thank you for the videos and in depth explanations.

[@dancooke30]

Very helpful thanks.

[@Outdoorspnw2024]

Really like your tips great job

[@ravenrising]

Huge fan of people who explain the money side. I ran equipment for years for someone else and just collected a check. Knowing the estimate side and ranges if huge.

[@braydenjordan2807]

Keep doing what your doing man! Your videos are by far the best Educational videos on KZbin!

[@hammy7139]

Awesome videos. Thanks for all the explanation, advise and help.

[@TheGravelGuy1025]

I feel like this video was Directed to me. I needed this. Thanks so much. Keep trucking

[@DigginLife21]

You got it pal

[@jakeduffin4626]

Todd, thank you for sharing the pricing and knowledge. I really appreciate it!

[@DigginLife21]

My pleasure!

[@leroyaultmon2533]

Thank you for all of the pricing and knowledge, I really can use this

[@DigginLife21]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MicroManExcavation]

Very good video!

[@johndowe7003]

clean looking truck, nice

[@DigginLife21]

Thanks John

[@johndowe7003]

@@DigginLife21 no problem, keep up the great work !

[@angeliasparrow3990]

Sir... Thank you so much. I really appreciate you.

[@benbaker9044]

You mentioned the throttle lag or "dead peddle" on your new truck with the 6.7 diesel. Have you looked into a throttle sensitivity booster? Really simple plug and play

[@ericrobison8591]

Sub'd. I really like your down to earth style videos. Not a bunch of click bait bull crap, but meaningful tips from an honest dude. Also, a buddy and I are starting up and having some ballpark pricing numbers to compare to has been really helpful.

[@ricdenali4213]

What you’re saying makes good sense ..

[@steadfastlandworks9881]

I wish I had your patience, and super positive attitude haha

[@michaelevensen84]

1st off i enjoy your videos and am picking up on your advice,, lol. Slowly, I'm new to Dumptrucks and spreading gravel ect. I have a f550 with a landscape bed on it I load about 5 tons at a time to spread, my question is the bed is hydraulic/electric and doesn't go up or down quick like yours, and it doesnt have that apron on it, any tips on tailgate spreading that might make it a little easier and more professional, I'm a retired Man who got into this work to keep this ole Man busy, I would really appreciate any input to ease the pain, lol, Happy Easter to You and Your Family, I understand this is a older post but thought I would try anyhow

[@justinmartin3055]

Thanks for the knowledge

[@DigginLife21]

My pleasure

[@JC-gu8pp]

If you were just starting out witch machine would you purchase first excavator or skid steer or dump truck

[@JerichoRally]

Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! This video was good the first time around...and you made it even better the second time! You make it all seem very simple. No nonsense, common sense approach mixed with honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic = a receipt for success. Thanks, Todd!

[@DigginLife21]

Glad you enjoyed it! I'll keep em coming!!!

[@haydenhull5761]

Love the vids. They help a lot. Also back to shifting if it didn't hurt your hand it didn't hurt the truck.

[@axe609]

Thanks. Your videos are a great help. I just bought a dump truck, trailer, excavator and about to get a skid steer. I have stuff to do around my property. But I am aiming to start my own business eventually.

[@DigginLife21]

Right on!

[@delm7441]

Lovin' your videos! Ive been thinking of starting a business this coming spring. I have experience with many different excavation machinery, but Im really learning a lot about the business side of things which was what I needed. And I thank you for that. The only thing I have against me, is the shyness when conversing with people. Great job, keep it up!

[@t-man-7450]

Great information good video

[@DigginLife21]

Glad it was helpful! Great to see ya T!!!

[@stephenlunsford6734]

This was the most informative "how-to-bake-a-cake" tail gating video I've ever seen. You helped this rookie a lot. Thanks! BTW, I grew up in Marion. I know all your haunts!

[@DigginLife21]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@brucebenson9651]

Thank you for your teaching Your openness to share knowledge, experience and business knowledge will get you subscribers! I'm hooked!

[@zates2272]

True story!!

[@toms1499]

Another great video and thanks for sharing! You have a great day also!

[@DigginLife21]

You too Tom

[@terrylutke]

This is one of your BEST videos! Love your life attitudes :)

[@DigginLife21]

Thanks Terry!!!

[@2156sprocket]

That ole ford 🔥

[@Kempfkattle]

Thanks for the informative video. My plan is to own a dump truck in the fairly near future. I already have a skid steer that I use in my fence building business, I would like to do more skid steer work and excavation.

[@DigginLife21]

Go for it!!! A dump truck would definitely be a good investment

[@dedomv11]

I have a tiny 27 horse farm tractor and a tiny 3900 lb excavator. My flat bed trailer can hold up to 5,900 lb. I'm having a hard time getting trenching work but I'm getting all kinds of post hole work. I guess at least one of the tractors is making money. Any ideas on how to get the excavator to work?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Great video my man! I really need to try and tailgate some washed stone it lays down so nice. I’m the same way I make more money with my machines than I do trucking so it’s tough for me to stop those and haul stuff. Appreciate the video

[@DigginLife21]

MY BROTHER!!! I havent seen you mess up a tailgate yet!!! Always great to see ya in the comments. When ya coming back to NC?!

[@bobbykennerson]

Is there money to be made with a single axle dump?

[@backyardbassvideos7292]

Dang I like that nicely said great job

[@gliderider7077]

You need to look into a Pedal Commander for the new truck, it gets rid of that “delay” you were just talking about! It’s an amazing change

[@JerichoRally]

I had one of those on my 2017 Camaro SS. Amazing little gadget but it also put my car in limp mode. Worth it? Not in my opinion. The old trucks are so much better for several different reasons. ;)

[@DigginLife21]

Ill look into it. Thanks!!!

[@robertogonzalez7444]

Just subscribed bro 😎

[@orchardtvchannel]

Hi ,well this was very helpful info . I'm with skidsteerdrew I like the single axle trucks.Thanks for doing the video .

[@DigginLife21]

My pleasure

[@gwshelor4129]

Have you ever worked with chute gates? What type of gate gives you the best adaptability to multiple purposes? Is there anything you wont haul in your dump?

[@DigginLife21]

I like the three way tailgates. Never used a chute gate. The only thing i wont haul is shot rock

[@DaleDirt]

I have a F800 Gas 429 . I bought a Peterbilt single axle that needs a engine . I just got a 350 small cam for the Pete . I hope to get the engine installed in the upcoming near future . Do you think I will really appreciate the Pate much better than the Gas Ford ?

[@DigginLife21]

Is it a 350 hp diesel?

[@ravenrising]

Are you CDL?

[@stevenroden743]

Hey Todd what do you classify your business as when getting general liability insurance? Excavation or landscape? Around what do you pay for that?

[@DigginLife21]

I’ve got it listed with both. I’m honestly not sure. Kelly keeps up with that

[@RiverValleyAcres]

How do you come up with the hourly figure for your machine? Is it daily rental price/hour+operator wage+fuel consumption with a 10-15% markup?

[@DigginLife21]

It mostly depends on the job itself. I now own my machine and I charge between $1250 and $1800/ 8 hours of operating time

[@RiverValleyAcres]

@@DigginLife21 yeah that’s about right. I always heard to base price off rental prices for flat rate daily work. It’s nice owning your own equipment you can take the extra money and use for maintenance work on the machine.

[@darrinmcgann]

Wilbur and Orville? You want to fly don't you? 👍😊

[@fuddmethen]

ball hoopin’ 😂😂😂🇺🇸

[@cpm324]

Thank God someone else realized the new trucks are garbage.

[@blindwisdom9665]

If your wife learned how to drink e she could help you out

[@DigginLife21]

True story