Panosteitis is a common condition in several large breed dogs. It typically occurs between 6 and 18 months of age, and more often in males than females. Symptoms can last from two to five months, but can actually go on for as long as 18 months in certain breeds.
OPERATING COSTS. Wages: The biggest operating cost for a backhoe, or any piece of construction equipment, is what you pay the operator. Wages vary from about $13 to $40 an hour depending on the region. The average operator will pull down about $20 an hour for pay and $11 an hour for benefits, Kurth says.
Lease rates vary based upon a number of factors, including the price of the excavator, the length of the lease and your credit history. 1  Monthly payments for a $75,000 would probably run $1,000 to $2,000 for a 60-month lease; $2,000 to $3,000 for 36-month lease; and $6,000 to $8,000 for a 12-month lease.