Excavations

Excavation is a necessary operation when performing many plumbing activities. This includes
creating basements, excavating for underground utilities, and removing excess dirt when
installing new landscaping or other outdoor projects.

With a wide variety of available excavation methods, it can be challenging to determine which is
best suited for your projects needs. This article will explore some common excavation types and
help you decide which one will work best for your next job.

Interior Access Excavation

Internal excavation is a process of removing material from inside a pipe, duct, or tunnel. Inner
excavation can be done in two ways:

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• Hand Excavation – The work is done by hand and with hand tools. This method takes

longer than other options, but it's often cheaper. The results are often less precise because
the workers who do the job must use their hands to dig out dirt instead of using machines
designed for this purpose.

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• Machine Excavation – This method uses heavy equipment like backhoes, excavators, and

mini-excavators to remove dirt from inside pipes or tunnels with precision and speed.
Machines are expensive to hire, so its essential to keep an eye on your budget as you
plan any project that requires this type of work done on-site at home or on business
premises.

Rerouting

If you are faced with rerouting a duct, there are several options. You can use a new vent or if
possible, install a temporary duct that will allow you to keep the original connection intact. If
none of these options are available, reroute the gas or water line affected by excavation instead
of just removing it and reconnecting it at another location.

This may save time since there is no need to cut into walls or flooring to reroute them properly.

Open-Cut Excavation

Open-cut excavation is the most common method of excavation and is also the most cost-
effective method of excavation. This is because it is the least damaging to the surrounding
environment and is least likely to cause disruptions in traffic and noise levels for nearby
residents.

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The open-cut method can be completed quickly, making it ideal for projects requiring a fast
turnaround time, such as large-scale civil engineering projects or road works.

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Conclusion

Excavation is a process that can be used to create a hole or space in the ground. This can be done
by digging or removing material from an existing surface. Excavation is necessary for many
different reasons, and it is often related to construction projects like building roads or
foundations for new buildings. If you have any questions about excavating your property, contact
us today.