HYDROVAC SERVICES

Safe, Precise Excavation—No Shovel Required

Hydrovac is the non-destructive solution that keeps your project moving and your crew protected.

Dig Safe. Dig Smart.

Precision Digging Without the Risk

Hydrovac excavation is a non-mechanical, non-destructive method of digging that uses pressurized water to break up soil, which is then vacuumed into a debris tank. This allows for safe exposure of buried utilities without damaging them, making it the go-to method for utility locating, daylighting, slot trenching, and excavation in high-risk areas.

 

At GCS Group, our hydrovac trucks are operated by skilled technicians trained to handle everything from simple potholing to complex excavation near live lines, frozen ground, or sensitive environmental zones.

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Why Choose GCS Group?

With over 25 years of experience, GCS Group delivers innovative and sustainable construction solutions for residential, municipal, and commercial projects across Alberta and BC.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is hydrovac excavation the best choice?

Hydrovac is ideal when you need to dig near live utilities, in urban areas, or in conditions where traditional digging is unsafe or restricted.

Yes, we can safely excavate in frozen ground using heated water systems to break up the soil without damaging underlying infrastructure.

Hydrovac greatly reduces the risk of line strikes, causes less surface disruption, and allows for precise, clean digging even in tight or complex spaces.

Our hydrovac systems can excavate several meters deep, depending on soil type, access, and project requirements.

Yes—we offer remote hose extensions and support for off-road or restricted-access sites to reach areas standard excavation equipment can’t.

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