Hydro Excavation in Union County

When it comes to exposing or digging around underground utilities, safety and precision matter most. At Underground Drilling, we specialize in Hydro Excavation in Union County, offering a safer, cleaner, and more efficient alternative to traditional digging methods. Our hydrovac trucks use high-pressure water to break up soil and a powerful vacuum system to remove the debris — without damaging buried lines, cables, or pipes. The result? Fast, accurate excavations with minimal risk and disruption.

What Is Hydro Excavation?

Hydro excavation — also known as hydrovac excavation — is a non-mechanical, non-destructive digging method that uses pressurized water and a vacuum system to excavate soil. The liquefied soil is safely stored in a debris tank on the truck and hauled offsite for disposal.

This method has become the preferred choice for utility contractors because it eliminates the risks associated with manual digging or heavy machinery — especially in urban or crowded underground networks.

Common Hydro Excavation Applications

Our Hydro Excavation Contractors in Union County provide precision and safety for a variety of projects, including:

Daylighting & Potholing – Exposing and locating underground utilities.

Trenching – Creating narrow trenches for cables, pipes, or conduits.

Piling Hole Excavation – Drilling and cleaning piling holes for construction foundations.

Debris Removal – Clearing unwanted soil or materials from job sites.

Cold Weather Digging – Using heated water to penetrate frozen ground safely.

Why Choose Hydro Excavation Over Traditional Digging?

Traditional excavation using backhoes, shovels, or hand tools can easily damage underground infrastructure. In fact, 75% of utility damages are caused by manual digging strikes. Hydro excavation minimizes these risks by using water instead of metal blades, protecting both the crew and existing utilities.

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Superior Safety

Avoids costly utility strikes and worker injuries.

High Precision

Excavate exactly where you need to with minimal disruption.

Environmentally Friendly

Keeps soil contained and sites clean.

Cost-Effective

Reduces manpower and restoration work.

All-Weather Capability

Works effectively in frozen or hard soil conditions.

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