ExcaVac – ‘As Good As Gold’
Excavac • August 9, 2020
Equipped to take on even the toughest jobs
With close to $40,000 in fines
from the federal energy regulator passed onto a local business following an incident involving damage to a gas pipeline – the importance of facilitating surveys of underground utilities prior to any excavation work is crucial.
From local government through to major road planning and infrastructure works, the combination of professionally conducted survey work, aligned with the use of non destructive hydro excavation ensures no stone is left unturned (literally) when it comes to safety.
ExcaVac extensive professional client portfolio includes dozens of NSW electricity sub stations and work around underground high voltage cables, earning us a “gold rated service provider” title to groups such as Endeavour Energy.
With our state of the art, high capacity trucks, we’re equipped to take on even the toughest jobs from vacuum loading and mud removal through to sensitive subterranean work.
We also offer traffic controls measures/approvals, plus our turnaround times are among the best in the business.
Serving Greater Sydney, The Blue Mountains, The Illawarra, South Coast and Southern Highlands, ExcaVac is proudly Australian owned and operated with clients ranging from multi-national civil entities to sole contractors.
Since 2007, ExcaVac has been a proud partner to commercial industry, public service and local government, and on call 24/7.
For more information or a detailed assessment about your next project call 0414 521 808
or email us here.
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Excavac has been a leader in non-destructive excavation and vacuum truck services, offering a modern fleet that ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective management of both wet and dry waste. Call today for more information.
