You’ll find firms in Albacete, La Roda, Balazote and Villamalea, among other towns. Near Albacete itself, are Albaceteña de Obras y Servicios, Lanafuval and Excavaciones Gallego. If you’re inland, ask each firm whether your village is inside their normal working area before you book a visit.
Only Transportes Grúas y Excavaciones Olivas has 20 or more Google reviews. The average rating across the list is 4.7 (firms with at least five reviews). A handful of five-star reviews is a start, but ask for a job you can go and see.
Ask how the firm will deal with water on the track, not just the surface: drainage decides how long a track lasts. Get the depth of sub-base and the surface material in writing.
Questions to ask before you sign
- How will you deal with drainage?
- What depth of sub-base and which surface?
- Can you dig trenches for cables and pipes on the same visit?
- Is waste removal included?