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Hydrovac Excavation Services

Allto Construction provides professional hydrovac excavation for contractors, municipalities, utilities, businesses and property owners throughout South Central Ontario.

Hydrovac excavation uses pressurized water to loosen soil and a powerful vacuum to remove the material into the truck. This allows operators to excavate accurately while reducing the risk of damaging buried utilities and disturbing the surrounding area.

Our hydrovac excavation services include:

  • Utility daylighting and potholing
  • Underground service exposure
  • Slot trenching
  • Service pits
  • Pole and sign holes
  • Curb stop and valve access
  • Culvert and catch basin cleanouts
  • Debris and material removal
  • Tank and vault cleanouts
  • Tree-root-sensitive excavation
  • Emergency excavation support

A Safer and More Precise Way to Dig

Mechanical excavation near buried utilities can create unnecessary risk. Hydrovac excavation gives the operator greater control and allows soil to be removed in a focused area.

This makes hydrovac a practical option for locating gas, hydro, communication, sewer and water services before conventional excavation begins.

Hydrovac does not eliminate the need for utility locates or proper excavation procedures, but it can significantly reduce the amount of mechanical digging required around known or suspected services.

Utility Daylighting and Potholing

Daylighting, also known as potholing, involves carefully exposing an underground utility so its exact horizontal and vertical position can be confirmed.

Knowing the actual location and depth of buried infrastructure helps contractors plan crossings, connections and excavations more accurately before larger equipment begins working.

Precise Excavation in Tight Areas

Hydrovac equipment can remove soil through a vacuum hose, making it useful where access is limited or where only a small excavation is required.

It can be used to create narrow trenches, expose curb stops, uncover existing services, excavate around tree roots and complete other detailed work with less disruption than conventional excavation.

Cleanouts and Material Removal

Hydrovac equipment can also remove soil, sediment, slurry and loose debris from culverts, catch basins, tanks, vaults and other difficult-to-access areas.

The suitability of hydrovac service depends on the material, access, disposal requirements and the condition of the structure being cleaned.

Commercial, Municipal and Construction Support

Allto Construction supports excavation contractors, utility companies, municipalities, commercial properties and industrial facilities with scheduled and project-based hydrovac service.

Our excavation background helps us understand how hydrovac work fits into the larger project, including utility crossings, service connections, trenching, repairs and site restoration.

Emergency Hydrovac Service

Urgent utility exposure, blocked access points and excavation problems do not always happen during regular business hours. Hydrovac service may be available for emergency situations depending on crew and equipment availability.

Serving South Central Ontario

Based in Orangeville, Allto Construction provides hydrovac excavation throughout South Central Ontario, including Caledon, Brampton, Grand Valley, Shelburne, Erin, Georgetown, Guelph, Fergus, Newmarket, Alliston and surrounding communities.

Need Hydrovac Excavation?

Contact Allto Construction to discuss utility daylighting, precision excavation, cleanout work or hydrovac support for your project.

Call: 1-800-265-3348

Frequently Asked Questions

Hydrovac excavation uses pressurized water to loosen soil and a vacuum system to remove the material into a debris tank. It allows for precise excavation with less mechanical disturbance around the work area.
Hydrovac can reduce the risk of damaging buried infrastructure because soil is removed with water and vacuum rather than an excavator bucket. Utility locates and proper excavation procedures are still required.
Utility daylighting, also called potholing, is the process of carefully exposing a buried service so its exact location and depth can be confirmed before excavation, drilling or construction begins.
Hydrovac equipment can be used for utility exposure, slot trenching, service pits, pole holes, curb stop access, culvert and catch basin cleanouts, material removal and other precise excavation work.
Hydrovac pricing depends on travel, setup time, working conditions, the type and volume of material, disposal requirements, access and the amount of time required on site. Allto Construction provides pricing based on the specific project.
Not always. Hydrovac is particularly useful for precise digging and utility exposure, while conventional excavators may be more efficient for larger-volume earthmoving. Many projects use both methods together.
Allto Construction is based in Orangeville and provides hydrovac excavation throughout South Central Ontario, including Caledon, Brampton, Grand Valley, Shelburne, Erin, Georgetown, Guelph, Fergus, Newmarket, Alliston and surrounding communities.
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