HYDROVAC EXCAVATION

Hydro vacs are highly versatile, and can be utilized for a wide assortment of applications. For over 20 years we have been serving utilities, construction, infrastructure and municipality stakeholders providing turn-key solutions for a variety of projects across Ontario.

Daylighting or Potholing

This method of excavation is used for exposing utility lines and underground pipes. Using pressurized water and vacuum suction, all types of soil can be removed from these lines without causing damage to the lines themselves. Before this method, pipeline and utility crossings had to be exposed by hand digging or with backhoes, but this posed a danger to workers if they inadvertently hit a utility line. There was also a much higher risk that lines or pipes would be damaged in the process.

Soil Trenching

This is the process of digging very narrow trenches or slots to place utility lines, pipes, or cables. Because hydro excavation allows for very accurate and narrow trenches, the job can be completed much faster than manual excavation, and a minimal amount of backfill is needed.

Anode & Shoring Installation

In order to protect the life of gas lines and underground pipes, anode pads must be installed around them to protect them from corrosion. This can be done safely and efficiently through hydro excavation methods.

Pole Hole Excavation

The installation of holes for posts, poles, signs etc. can be accurately and efficiently completed through hydro excavation. Holes for these items must be of various depths and diameters. Hydro excavation uses pressurized water to create the holes and then air vacuum to remove dirt and debris.