The details below describe appropriate uses of hydro and dry excavation equipment.

HV Series trucks rely on high-pressure water jetting technology to break up soil and dig into the ground without shovels or buckets. Your equipment operators can access public utility connections below the ground using a single vehicle with a vacuum system, water pump and waste tank.

The main purpose of hydro vacuum excavation is to break into the ground without concern you will damage pipes and underground components. Using water to access connections several feet below the ground enables you to work with precision and reduces the chances of having to complete in-depth repairs instead of the job you showed up for.

Professionals choose hydro excavation methods because of their efficiency. There is the potential to use hydro excavation equipment year-round as well. Breaking up frozen ground is as easy as using hot water from vehicle tanks to start digging.

You might consider air-only excavation methods for soft clays and loose dirt. Many HV Series trucks from GapVax give you the best of both for flexibility. Your team might choose dry excavation methods when the underground connections you need to access are delicate and close to ground level. This includes electrical conduit and wiring.

A major advantage of dry excavation vehicles is that the dirt, rocks and soil you pull up can be used again. Backfilling holes in the ground is straightforward since the loose material is free of excess moisture. Save yourself time on the job by working with equipment that does not require you to haul backfill material to remote sites.