Line Locating is hydro excavating to locate known or unknown subsurface utilities. Similar to pot holing, line locating is most often used when the exact position of the utility is unknown. The process starts with a pot hole, ranging from 8 to 12 inches in diameter. With the mechanical or manual vacuum system hovering the designated area, the operator excavates down to a reasonable depth.

If the utility is not located at the anticipated depth, an experienced operator will generally excavate an additional vertical foot then begin cutting a narrow slot trench horizontal to the utility. This is done in 1 to 2 foot increments on either side of the pot hole until the existing utility is located.

If you’ve got an excavation project that you have no idea how you will get done, give us a call. We will come out to your job site, at no cost to you, and evaluate the options for our services.