Q: Why are hydrovac services especially important for Garland projects?
A: Many Garland properties were developed 50+ years ago when utility records were less detailed. Redevelopment sites often have unknown utility locations, inaccurate plans, or undocumented additions. Hydrovac services safely verify actual utility locations before excavation, preventing costly strikes on unmarked lines.
Q: How does hydrovac work for aging infrastructure?
A: Aging water mains and sewer lines are fragile-traditional excavation equipment can damage corroded pipes. Hydrovac uses pressurized water to carefully expose deteriorated utilities for inspection or repair without causing additional damage to already-compromised systems.
Q: Can hydrovac services prevent production downtime at industrial facilities?
A: Absolutely. Manufacturing and warehouse facilities have multiple utility lines supporting operations. A utility strike can shut down production for hours or days. Hydrovac services verify exact utility locations before excavation, preventing the strikes that cause costly downtime.
Q: What’s the difference between potholing and daylighting?
A: Potholing creates small test holes to verify utility location and depth-typically 2-3 feet diameter. Daylighting exposes larger sections of utility lines (5-10+ feet) for inspection, repair access, or connection work. Both use hydrovac technology for safe, non-destructive excavation.
Q: Do you provide hydrovac services for downtown Garland redevelopment projects?
A: Yes.
Downtown redevelopment involves working around decades of utility installations, often with incomplete records. Our hydrovac services safely locate utilities in these congested corridors, preventing damage to active lines serving surrounding businesses and residences.
Q: Is hydrovac more expensive than traditional excavation?
A: Upfront costs may be higher, but hydrovac prevents the thousands of dollars in utility strike damages, emergency repairs, and project delays. For redevelopment sites and congested areas, the risk reduction makes hydrovac cost-effective. Call us here for project-specific pricing.
