Frequently Asked Questions About Potholing
Potholing is an essential activity that excavation companies can perform to locate underground utility lines and pipes before an important excavation project. Following are a few relevant questions and answers about the process, that you should definitely know before using such services. Why is potholing important? Potholing is important to ensure the safety and integrity of underground utilities. By accurately locating and exposing the utilities before digging or construction work begins, the risk of accidental damage to the utilities is minimized. This helps prevent costly and potentially dangerous utility strikes, which can cause disruptions, delays, and safety hazards. How is potholing done? It’s typically done using specialized equipment, such as hydrovac trucks, which use high-pressure water and a vacuum system to excavate soil or other materials around the utilities. The high-pressure water is used to break up the soil, and the vacuum system t...