No doubt about it: Cell phones are here to stay and, in the case of some users, have completely taken over modern life. Can you imagine living without your cell phone? Admit it, we’ve become addicted to connectivity. This is good news for cellular carriers and cell tower owners, of course. It’s also good news for cellular tower erectors. Minnesota has plenty of cell users, after all, and demand for service has never been higher.
If you’re looking for a new, quality contractor to erect cellular towers for your business, keep the following factors in mind:
What is Their Stance on Safety?
For years, tower climbing has been considered one of the most dangerous jobs available, based on the documented number of related injuries and fatalities. This isn’t necessarily because the job is so dangerous: in many countries with stringent safety standards, death and injuries are much lower. This means that safety makes the difference – so be sure to find a company whose policy towards safety adheres to the highest possible standards. It’s this “nothing but the best” attitude that will inevitably show itself time and again in every aspect of your partnership with this contractor.
How Reliable are They?
You can’t be too careful when partnering with a contractor tasked with such critical work. After all, your tower is just the first in a row of dominoes. If it fails, it sets off a reaction of dissatisfied service customers, potential loss of revenue, wasted man hours spent on troubleshooting, etc. Ask the tower erector companies who they’ve worked with in the past. See if you can find reviews or testimonials crediting them with reliable service, both in the construction of the towers and their maintenance.
How are They Staffed?
Many cellular tower erectors in Minnesota and elsewhere hand work over to subcontractors, rather than their employees. It’s a better idea to do business with a company that’s fully vetted, who trained their in-house staff, and is ready to stand by the results they provide. Otherwise, you might find yourself at the mercy of an unreliable subcontractor with questionable experience and safety standards.
Don’t let our warnings concern you – there are plenty of safe and reliable cellular tower erectors to be found in Minnesota, just waiting to take on your next project. A little precaution, and knowing which questions to ask will take you a long way towards finding the right one.