Vacuum Excavation, Potholing, Hydro Excavation, Service Location, Ground Penetrating Radar

P.D. Excavations is equipped with the latest underground service location equipment, Ground Penetrating Radar and GPS surveying technology. Vacuum excavation / Hydro Excavation uses high pressure water to break up soil, whilst a vacuum is used to remove the material into a holding tank. This results in a clean hole allowing for inspection of any underground services.

Vacuum Excavation / Hydro Excavation can be used in many areas including:

  • Location of underground services. (Potholing) (Fibre optic, Gas, Water, Telstra, Sewer)
  • Sludge removal
  • Stormwater drain cleaning
  • Removal of material in confined spaces
  • Post hole digging for sign and fence installations
  • Locating pipes for repairs
  • Cleaning pits
  • Safe excavation in areas with unlocated services

P.D. Excavations can accurately locate and survey underground services using the latest GPS technologies. This saves our clients time and money due to removing the need to use a surveyor. Our GPS locating equipment can provide you with the northing/easting and R.L.