Utility Trenching Contractor
Clean Trenches. On Grade. On Time.
Utility trenching requires accuracy, coordination, and a crew that takes BC One Call seriously. Ruck Excavating trenches for water, sewer, electrical, and gas lines on residential, multi-family, and industrial projects across Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
We work closely with your utility installers, plumbers, and electricians. Trench depth, width, slope, and bedding are done to spec so the installer can get in, get done, and get out. We coordinate the timeline so your project does not sit waiting on excavation.
BC One Call is completed on every single job before any ground is broken. No exceptions, no shortcuts.
GET A FREE QUOTE- ✓Water and sewer service trenching
- ✓Electrical and gas line trenching
- ✓Residential, multi-family, and industrial
- ✓Trenching to depth, width, and slope spec
- ✓Backfill and compaction after install
- ✓BC One Call certified on every dig
- ✓WCB current, $5M liability insurance
Full Scope
What We Trench
Water & Sewer
Service connections, mainline installations, and storm sewer trenching. Proper depth, bedding, and grade so your installer can work without delays.
Electrical & Gas
Conduit and gas line trenching to utility spec. Depth and separation requirements followed precisely. Coordinated with your electrical contractor and utility provider.
Multi-Utility Trenching
Multiple services in one trench where site conditions allow. We coordinate with all trades to get the right separation and sequence so nothing has to be redone.
Backfill & Compaction
Controlled backfill in proper lifts with compaction to spec. Surface restored so the site is ready for paving, grading, or landscaping to follow.
Recent Work
Jobs On The Ground
How It Works
The Process
Scope & Coordinate
We review your utility drawings, confirm depths and grades with your installers, and give you a clear quote. Coordination happens before we mobilize.
BC One Call & Trench
All utilities located before any ground is broken. Trench cut to the exact depth, width, and slope your installer needs. No guessing, no rework.
Backfill & Restore
After install is complete we backfill in proper lifts, compact to spec, and restore the surface. Site ready for paving, grading, or landscaping.
Common Questions
FAQ
What utilities do you trench for?
Water, sewer, electrical conduit, gas, and storm drainage. Residential service connections, multi-family site servicing, and industrial utility installations.
Do you complete BC One Call before trenching?
Yes, on every single dig. No exceptions. All underground utilities are located before any ground is broken.
Can you trench in tight residential areas?
Yes. We work on infill lots, narrow easements, and urban sites where space is tight. We plan the work carefully to protect adjacent utilities and structures.
Do you backfill after the utility is installed?
Yes. We come back after your installer is done, backfill in proper lifts, compact to spec, and restore the surface.
Do you work on multi-family and commercial projects?
Yes. We handle site servicing for multi-family developments, commercial projects, and industrial sites across Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
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Need A Trench Done Right?
Call us or send a request. We will get back to you fast with a straight answer on scope, timeline, and price.