EXCAVATION SERVICES
• Tunnel excavation
• Trench excavation
• Slab penetration
• Shoring
• Saw cut and removal
• Crawl space lighting
• Drainage correction
Our Excavation, Trench & Tunneling Services
What We Handle:
Trenching outside slab
Tunneling under slab
Permits + Engineering Reports
Repair costs are influenced by factors such as trees, landscaping, driveways and patios, cost of materials, the overall length of trenching and tunneling, etc.
About Excavation Services, Factors and Hazards
We specialize in manual excavation of sewer, water and electrical lines in addition to offering a full range of trenching and tunneling services. Our capabilities extend beyond trenching and tunneling to encompass excavation, retaining walls, drainage lines as well as cutting, removing and replacing concrete and asphalt.
Excavation vs. Trenching
Excavation and trenching are both types of earthwork that involve the removal of soil to create space for various purposes. However, there are some key differences between the two:
Excavation is a general term that encompasses all forms of earth removal, regardless of size, shape, or depth. Trenching is a specific type of excavation that is characterized by its narrowness and depth. Trenches are typically less than 15 feet wide, but can be any depth.
Excavations are typically used for larger projects, such as building foundations, swimming pools, or mining. Trenches are mainly used for laying pipes, cables, or other linear structures below the ground.
Cautious, Proper Excavation & Trenching Work
Both excavation and trenching can be dangerous, and it is important to take proper safety precautions when working in these areas. Some of the hazards associated with excavation and trenching include:
Cave-ins: The most serious hazard associated with excavation and trenching is the risk of a cave-in. This can happen when the sides of the excavation or trench collapse, burying workers underneath.
Falling objects: Loose soil, equipment, or other objects can fall into the excavation or trench, striking workers.
Electrical hazards: Buried electrical lines can be damaged during excavation, creating a shock hazard.
Hazardous atmospheres: Excavations and trenches can create hazardous atmospheres due to the presence of gases, dust, or fumes.
To protect workers from these hazards, it is important to follow the appropriate safety precautions. These include:
Proper planning and design: The excavation or trench should be carefully planned and designed to minimize the risk of cave-ins and other hazards.
Proper shoring and sloping: The sides of the excavation or trench should be shored or sloped to prevent collapse.
Proper lighting: The excavation or trench should be well-lit to prevent accidents.
Proper ventilation: The excavation or trench should be properly ventilated to remove hazardous gases and dust.
Training of workers: Workers who will be working in excavations or trenches should be properly trained in safety procedures.
By following these safety precautions, you can help to prevent accidents and injuries during excavation and trenching work.
About Our Backfill Material
We offer a variety backfill material options to our customers, clients and contractors to suit each project application.
Ask about the Geofill Product (Optional)
Specifically formulated for geotechnical and underground applications, Geofill LD cellular (foam) concrete is a low density cementitious material that contains no aggregates. Densities and strengths can be formulated to match individual project needs.
Geofill Material Characteristics
Low Density – With Geofill LD, load reduction can be achieved without sacrificing strength or stability making it ideal for reducing vertical loads over weak soils or underlying structures and lateral loads against MSE Panels and retaining walls.
Excavatable – Ease of re-excavation makes Geofill an ideal choice for open cut backfill projects when weight is an important consideration.
Load Reducing Fills Tunnel Backfill
Large Diameter Tunnels
Encasing Pipelines
High Capacity Production
Abandonment Fill
Tunnels
Water Lines
Gas Lines
Sewer Lines
