DiFabio Construction Blog

Practical guides on excavation, masonry, water and sewer work and emergency response from a Cranford, New Jersey contractor working since 1972.

• What an Excavation Contractor Actually Handles, From Demolition to Trenching

  Excavation covers far more than digging a hole. Here is the range of work an excavation contractor takes on, from demolition and site clearing to utility trenching.

• Why an In-House Equipment Fleet Matters to Your Schedule

  A contractor that owns and maintains its own backhoes, excavators, skid steers and bulldozers can keep a job moving. Here is why that matters to owners and agencies.

• Concrete Curbs and Sidewalks: What Goes Into a Job That Lasts

  Curbs and walkways look simple but carry traffic, water and people every day. Here is what goes into concrete curb and sidewalk work that holds up.

• Structural Concrete Repairs: What Owners Should Know Before Work Starts

  Structural concrete repairs need a clear plan before anyone breaks out a saw. Here is what owners should know about scoping, access and sequencing the work.

• How Specialty Concrete Mixes Can Cut Costly Downtime

  When a road, entrance or facility cannot stay closed for long, the concrete mix matters. Here is how specialty mixes help get spaces back into use sooner.

• Water Main and Sewer Line Work: How Underground Utility Jobs Come Together

  Water and sewer work combines excavation, pipe work and street restoration. Here is how an underground utility job comes together, from mark-out to backfill.

• Why Stocked Pipe and Material Matter When a Line Fails

  When a water or sewer line fails, the right pipe on hand can decide how fast service is restored. Here is why a stocked facility matters for utility repairs.

• What Counts as a Water, Sewer or Structural Emergency?

  Not every problem needs a crew in the middle of the night, but some do. Here is how to tell when a water, sewer or structural issue is an emergency.

• Building in Cranford and Union County: What Shapes the Work

  Cranford has been home to DiFabio Construction since 1972. Here is what shapes excavation, masonry and utility work in established Union County towns.

• What Shore Towns Taught Us About Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy

  Many New Jersey shore and beach towns called on DiFabio Construction around Hurricane Sandy. Here is what that kind of recovery work demands from a contractor.

• Call 811 Before You Dig: Why Mark-Outs Come First in New Jersey

  New Jersey requires a One Call mark-out before excavation. Here is why locating underground lines comes first on every dig, large or small.

• What Public Agencies Need From a Site Contractor

  Municipal, state and federal projects come with their own expectations. Here is what public agencies typically need from an excavation, masonry and utility contractor.

• Excavation and Concrete Work at Active Industrial and Commercial Sites

  Industrial and commercial facilities rarely stop for construction. Here is how excavation, concrete and utility work can be planned around an active site.

• Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Excavation Contractor

  Choosing an excavation contractor? These questions help you compare bids on more than price and find a contractor that fits your project.

• One Contractor for Excavation, Masonry and Utility Work: Why It Simplifies a Job

  Many site projects need digging, pipe work and concrete. Here is why keeping excavation, utility work and masonry with one contractor can simplify the job.

• What to Include in a Construction Estimate Request

  A clear estimate request gets you a more useful estimate. Here is what to include when you ask for a free estimate on excavation, masonry or utility work.

• What to Tell Us When You Call About an Emergency

  In a water, sewer or structural emergency, a few clear details help a crew respond faster. Here is what to have ready when you call.

• Repair or Replace? Deciding What to Do With Damaged Concrete

  Cracked curbs, worn sidewalks and damaged slabs do not always need replacement. Here is how to think about repairing versus replacing concrete.

• A Family Construction Company Since 1972

  DiFabio Construction began in 1972 as a small masonry contractor in Cranford, New Jersey. Here is how the family company grew into excavation and utility work.

• Careers in Heavy Construction: Masons, Operators, Laborers and Project Managers

  DiFabio Construction hires masons, machine operators, general laborers and project managers. Here is what each role involves on excavation, masonry and utility jobs.

• What Happens After You Request a Free Estimate

  You sent a free estimate request. Here is what to expect next, what we may ask about, and how to keep the process moving for your project.