Do I need to be home during excavation work?

Not necessarily for the entire duration, though being available (in person or by phone) for any genuine questions or decisions that arise is worth arranging, particularly for the start of work and any key milestones.

A properly experienced contractor can generally proceed with planned work without constant homeowner oversight, provided access, any necessary approvals, and clear expectations were established beforehand.

Worth discussing directly with your contractor what level of your presence or availability they genuinely need for your specific project, since this can vary depending on project complexity and any decisions that might come up during the work.

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