Is a deposit normal when accepting a concrete quote?

Yes, a deposit is standard practice for most concrete and excavation projects — it confirms your commitment to proceed and allows your contractor to schedule materials, equipment and crew for your project.

Deposit amounts vary by project size and contractor, but should always be reasonable relative to the total project value and clearly documented in your contract or quote acceptance — a genuinely professional contractor won’t ask for full payment upfront before any work has occurred.

If a deposit request seems unusually high relative to project value, or isn’t clearly documented, it’s worth asking directly for clarification before proceeding — a legitimate contractor will have no issue explaining their standard deposit terms.

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