When Non-Destructive
Is Critical, Vacuum Excavation Is Key

Specializing in mission-critical construction, we deliver maximum protection against utility strikes. Black Hydrovac is on call to locate, expose, and document underground utilities.

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Vacuum excavation safely exposes underground utilities using water and suction, minimizing the risk of damage. It’s the smart choice to prevent costly delays and protect your operations.

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Common Concerns

“I need subcontractors that meet my high standards.”

“Utility service continuity is an absolute requirement.”

“I can't afford a utility strike.”

“I need service right away.”

“Safety is my highest priority.”

Vacuum Excavation

Precise

Low-risk

All-weather

Maximum protection

Non-destructive

Protect Your Utilities and
Your Reputation

Hitting underground utility lines is an accident you can’t afford. With lives and infrastructure at stake, you need a partner to protect you against the consequences of a utility strike.

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400+

deaths & 2,000+ injuries since 2000¹

$1.5B

Annual cost to economy, $4K per hit¹

29:1

Ratio of reputational damage to physical repairs²

76%²
of utility strikes are avoidable

Geospatial Information and Technology Association, 2020.
“Dirt Report.” Common Ground Alliance, 2019-2021.

Protection for every need

Vacuum excavation services utilize hydrovac (pressurized water) or airvac (pressurized air) to break up dirt and debris, then use vacuum suction to remove it for either backfill or disposal.

All Services

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Hydro Excavation

Hydro excavation uses pressurized water to break up soil and a vacuum system to remove it.

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Air Excavation

Air excavation uses compressed air to displace soil, ideal for exposing underground utilities without causing damage.

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Utility Locating and GPR

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and utility locating services ensure the safe identification of buried utilities before excavation begins.

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Remote Excavation

Remote excavation provides access to hard-to-reach areas using specialized equipment, ensuring safety and precision in challenging environments.

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Utility Test Pits / Daylighting

This process exposes underground utilities to verify their exact location, size, and type, minimizing the risk of accidental damage during construction.

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Debris Removal

Efficiently removes soil, construction debris, and other waste materials from excavation sites to maintain a clean and safe workspace.

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Stormwater Management

Provides solutions for managing stormwater runoff, including cleaning, maintenance, and installation of drainage systems to prevent flooding and erosion.

Your project next.

Have a critical mission in need of protective excavation? We’re at the ready.

At Black Hydrovac, there is no mission more critical than happy clients. We’re honored to deliver safe and efficient services across the DMV region of Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

“Due to critical fiber optics running through the area, we needed a specialist. The [Black Hydrovac] team was on time, professional, and highly skilled. They were equipped with all of the necessary safety equipment. I highly recommend Black Hydrovac for any excavating, critical or otherwise.”

D.B.

“Kristy is very responsive and goes above and beyond. With Kristy as part of our team, it gives us a sense of ease that we can safely locate and excavate around live utilities. You can expect professional field reports, promptness, and safe excavation with Black Hydrovac.”

C.L.

“Great company to work with. Highly recommend [Black Hydrovac].”

C.B.

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When Non-Destructive
Is Critical, Vacuum Excavation Is Key

Expose Utilities With Confidence, Not Concerns.

Common Concerns

Vacuum Excavation

Protect Your Utilities and
Your Reputation