Setting the standard of quality for three generations
Sixty years ago, John Baratta Sr. formed De-Bar Contracting Company, Inc. John Baratta Sr. philosophy was based on safety, productivity and efficiency. This approach proved successful as our company worked on projects for New York City utility companies such as Con Edison, Brooklyn Union Gas, and the New York City Fire Department. Louis Baratta Sr. and John Baratta Jr. expanded the company, working on major sewer projects for New York City. Upon John Sr.’s passing, his sons Louis and John Jr. regulated and further expanded the business. In 1993, the company became Verizon’s Master Contractor for Staten Island. To date, we currently service Verizon, AT&T and the DEP.
With the passing of Louis Baratta Sr. in 2001, in addition to the recent passing of John Baratta Jr. Granite Avenue Utility Corp. has produced a new dynamic generation of Baratta‘s to the forefront, led by President Gail Baratta, Officers Thomas Baratta, Christopher Baratta, Jason Baratta.
Our Background & Beliefs
For three generations, we’ve always stress that there will be no compromise with the safety of our jobsites and surroundings. Our goal is to eliminate all occupational accidents and incidents. This can only be met with the complete cooperation and dedication of every employee we have.
We expect accountability for safety must be accepted at all levels from management through each individual employee.
Our Company Mission
Provide or make available to each employee protective equipment or clothing needed to perform their work safely.
It is our responsibility to provide our employees with tools and equipment that meet industry standards and are safe.
We believe in having open employee communication methods (meetings, & posters) to assure everyone’s voice is heard.
We take part in a continuing program to improve our safety methods, techniques, concepts and equipment.
Our company specializes in trenching and excavating for the installation of telephone lines. We also specialize in concrete and flat work, paving, landscaping, and a variety of other services. Granite Avenue Utility Corp. has a substantial track record of construction management and construction safety. We have a team of seasoned professionals certified in OSHA and take all steps to ensure a safe, quality job.
Since its establishment in 1993, Granite Avenue Utility Corp. has been in the underground construction industry working with the largest Utility companies, private developers, and Government entities. Granite Avenue Utility Corp. is currently the Master Contractor for Verizon for the entire borough of Staten Island and is also holds contracts with AT&T and the DEP.
We can provide large and small dump trucks, skid steers, backhoes, light towers and other various construction equipment.
We believe in providing a quality product and first class service to our customers. Our Zim mixer provides on the spot fresh concrete in all weather and you pay for what you use.
Our well trained and qualified paving team can perform all types of paving projects and site development. We have a variety of paving equipment for residential and commercial paving jobs.
- ALL-UNION COMPANY
Granite Avenue Utility Corp. is a family owned, ALL-UNION COMPANY and full service corporation. We employ members from Locals 731, Local 1010, Local 282, Local 14 and Local 15.
- Positive Customer Reviews
Our portfolio showcases a wide range of successful excavation projects, demonstrating our expertise.
- Environmental Responsibility
We are committed to environmentally responsible practices, minimizing our impact on the environment.
- Timely Completion
We understand the importance of deadlines and are committed to completing projects on time and within budget.
