A New Year’s Message of Gratitude to Our Amazing Customers

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We are already a couple of months into 2017, but even as Christmas has passed us by, the spirit of the season lives on into a bright, new year of wonder. From enjoying time away from the daily grind to holding fast to the joy we got to see spread across their faces on Christmas morning, we were right there along with you – just like we are all throughout the year. Together we are doing great things and it is truly a blessing to be a small part of your businesses, your projects, and your lives.

A New Year's Message of Gratitude to Our Amazing Customers

When we started this business, we had one thing in mind… doing what we do best and doing it to the glory of God. One of our favorite Christmas songs has always been The Little Drummer Boy. Here at the holiday season, we are always reminded that, just like the kid in the song, we are just ordinary, blue-collared guys who have been lucky enough to be a part of the extraordinary gift… the gift of knowing what we do well and knowing Who we do it for. We always strive to “play our best” for Him… even from atop our excavator trucks. We hope that you notice this in our kindness, our dedication and our commitment to being more than a business, but family.

As you continue to celebrate with the people who you love most, remember that what you do matters and that your “song” counts. Together, we are going places and doing great things that reach others, support families and provide many great benefits to our communities. We are so grateful that you allow us to be a small part of your “song.” It is our sincerest prayer that your 2017 is lit up from the inside-out with the sheer comfort and gladness of knowing…

We are all here doing what we love because He first loved us.

– Your friends at 4 Warriors Hydro Excavating

What is Hydro Vacuum Excavation?

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Hydro Vacuum excavation is the process of using water to safely uncover ground utilities. High pressured water breaks up the dirt while a large high-powered vacuum sucks it out to reveal utilities. Vacuum excavation can dig a deep hole with precision in a slight fraction of the time it takes an experienced person to dig by hand. Because it can be done with precision, there is far less mess and the process is non-destructive. Below we’ll discuss why you should choose It.

What is Hydro Vacuum Excavation?

The top reasons to consider vacuum excavation:

  • highly cost-effective
  • less manpower
  • cleaner
  • can complete a dig without disrupting your utilities
  • vacuum excavation will pick up virtually any material such as rock, sand, mud and water

The types of projects that benefit from vacuum excavation include:

  • Utility companies and pipelines as they repair and install
  • Sump and catch basin cleaning
  • Excavation in high traffic areas
  • Clean-up of construction sites
  • Pipe and sewer installation and repair
  • Underground utility locating

Vacuum excavating is also referred to as soft excavation technology. When using this technology through the services of 4 Warriors, our clients will find they save money because of the precision of the process. Time is also saved because there is the surprise of unknown underground utilities is greatly reduced.

4 Warriors Hydro Excavating is a family owned company. Our experience and commitment to dependable, high-quality work will leave you satisfied and ready to call upon us when our services are necessary.

Hydro Excavation is a Preferred Choice for Locating Buried Electrical Lines

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In order to prevent catastrophic injury and interruptions of service, electricity must be handled safely. Contractors have learned to set aside certain excavation methods in lieu of others. Hydro Excavation is a preferred excavation method around buried, electrical lines.Hydro Excavation is a Preferred Choice for Locating Buried Electrical Lines

It involves training pressurized water in designated areas. The force of the water safely dislodges any movable materials that may be burying the electric lines in question. As such, the wires are less apt to be compromised and consequently cause harm.

Safe working environments are not the only benefits gained from choosing hydro excavation. Many construction managers find the excavation method to be one of the most cost-effective and eco-friendly around. It is a preferred choice for several reasons. For one, it eliminates water run-off and waste. Accordingly, supply costs tend to be lower than other excavation methods overall.

At 4 Warriors Hydro Excavating, we’ve been excavating throughout Texas for years now and would love to share our hydro excavation experience with those in need. We’ve found that in addition to electrical location projects, it’s an excellent clearing method for other projects too.

To learn more about how hydro excavation is best used on jobs with buried electrical and others, please contact us today.

Save Time With a Hydrovac Excavation Truck

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What is a hydrovac truck?

A hydrovac truck is a truck mounted unit and tank designed to dig whatever needs to be excavated with high pressure water. After the water is blasted into the digging area, an attached a pump unit sucks up all of the slurry (dirt and water mix) and sends it to a large tank mounted on the truck to be disposed of. Hydrovac technology is extremely safe for utility lines and digging around sensitive areas, it does not create the kind of damage typical excavation machinery does. It is also clean and does not leave a pile of dirt and mud next to the excavation site.

Save Time With a Hydrovac Excavation Truck

A fast and clean process.

Hydro excavation is a great alternative to typical excavating methods, especially when the area to be dug has lots of sensitive pipes and lines underneath. The hydrovac truck is able to get in close to areas without damaging everything in the vicinity. This is particularly helpful when digging up utility lines and older plumbing networks. It is also good for trenching and excavation on a larger scale. The speed and efficiency of hydro-excavation make it an excellent choice for contractors in a hurry. Because it is such a fast process, thousands of dollars can be saved on excavation costs.

Some uses of hydro-excavation.

  1. Removing debris. Because of the precision nature of hydro-excavation, it is great for removing debris and cleaning up around structures without damaging anything. The water and pump lines can be extended to any area on a property guaranteeing that a heavy truck doesn’t have to be driven right to the area.
  2. Slot trenching. Digging trenches for installing cables and pipes is called slot trenching Typical excavation machinery causes an enormous amount of damage and mess when performing this task. They also dig the trenches far larger than they should be. Hydro excavation is extremely clean, non-damaging and fast, cutting trenching time down by a minimum of thirty percent. When attached to a vacuum unit, it leaves no mess or waste behind.
  3. Daylighting. Daylighting is when utilities are dug up and exposed to the daylight. Essential to the repair process, standard excavation equipment does more damage to utilities than hydro excavation. Many times the repair the standard excavator did is far worse than the original problem was. Hydro excavation is safe and clean, and will not damage the underground utilities. Ideal for utility repair on any property

Choose the right hydro excavation company.

4 Warriors Hydro Excavation prides themselves on taking care of their customers as well as we take care of ourselves. We adhere to a strict ethical code of leaving all customers satisfied with the work we have done. Constant training and certification programs for our employees is a part of that process. We have multiple hydrovac trucks and can handle any job size. In business for over six years, we encourage you to contact us for your next excavation job.

Utility Excavation With A Hydrovac System

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Hydro excavation, known as hydrovac, is a non-destructive way to dig and excavate an area. It utilizes a combination of water and vacuuming to clear away dirt and sludge. Hydrovac is a highly precise system that allows a strong force of water to be directed at a location via a handheld wand. The pressure from the water quickly turns the soil into a slurry that is rapidly vacuumed up and stored within a debris tank.A hydrovac system can excavate through all soil types, even heavy clay. Onboard heaters even allow the frozen soil to be quickly melted with warm water and vacuumed away.

Utility Excavation With A Hydrovac System

Conventional and old-style methods of excavation do not have the level of safety that hydrovac boasts. Below ground utilities, such as water and sewer mains, are especially vulnerable to breaking during typical excavation practices. Utility and gas lines also pose a significant danger. However, with the hydrovac system of excavation the chances of damaging lines, mains, and other areas of concern are significantly reduced. Existing infrastructure is also not compromised utilizing the hydrovac method.

Hydrovac excavation is a relatively fast way to excavate a site which provides contractors with the ability to quickly lay or repair more feet of pipe per day. Poles can also be quickly placed into the holes made by the hydrovac system. Overall, using the hydrovac excavation system allows contractors to work at unprecedented speeds compared to older excavation methods. Hydrovac is also extremely efficient. Productivity is naturally amped upwards and everyone involved benefits when the hydrovac method is implemented.

At 4 Warriors Hydro Excavating, we know the benefits of hydrovac excavation. Please give us a call today to learn about our excavation services.

Hydro Excavating: Put it in the Ground the Safe Way

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If you are potholing to locate utilities or beginning excavation for new construction the most environmentally friendly, safe way to do this is hydro excavating. Any large movement of soil in today’s highly industrialized environment can produce problems. The ability of hydro excavation methods to establish access for a necessary facility and waste management connections without major disruption of surrounding construction or cross contamination offers the safest, most economical, and efficient method for this phase of any construction.

Hydro Excavating: Put it in the Ground the Safe Way

Hydro excavating unlike other methods of soil removal, does not require the removal of large amounts of topsoil to either locate existing utilities or establish new access. According to Wikipedia,”Suction excavators eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming manual labor. Buried pipe systems do not suffer damage. The output is up to sixteen times of what’s typically achieved by conventional excavation.” The use of high pressure heated water in conjunction with an industrial vacuum allows for a more precise dig of either trenches or holes.

This also eliminates the need for removal of large amounts of soil and debris. This effectively cuts down on the amount of cross-contamination and the disturbance of groundwater making this method more environmentally responsible. It also creates a safer work environment for construction crews who must cross the area.

For more information and to find out how 4 Warriors Hydro Excavating can help you please contact us and we will create solutions for your problems.

What is Hydro Excavation and Why do You Need it?

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Hydro excavation is considered a non-destructive way to unearthing soil or digging. Hydro excavation is not mechanical as it uses a high-standard vacuum and pressurized water. The water fragments the surrounding soil. The leftover water and soil are sucked up and brought to a tank designated specifically for debris. The continuous process both removes and unearths dirt at the same time. So what is Hydro Excavation and why do you need it?

What is Hydro Excavation and Why do You Need it?

Hydro excavation is a great and safe process for a few reasons:

  • Using hydro excavation instead of alternative methods keeps underground utilities safer. This is because hydro excavation effectively keeps the utilities beneath the excavation area untouched. Alternative excavation methods can cause damage to the underground utilities making for a more dangerous excavation. This safe excavation can allow for work to be done on utilities that are exposed.
  • Hydro excavation can be done in the immediate area needed for repair without harming the surrounding areas. Other alternative methods could potentially harm the areas surrounding the excavation.
  • Hydro excavation is safer for the environment compared to other alternative excavation methods.
  • Hydro excavation allows for remote digging to minimize damage to the actual excavation site. Other methods may not allow for this to be done.

If you would like to learn more about hydro excavation or want to talk about an estimate or consultation, make sure to contact us. We are a family company whose expertise span multiple industries including, but not limited to Pipeline, Oil and Gas, Construction, Federal and State, and Environmental.

The Power and Precision of Hydro Excavation

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By harnessing the naturally erosive properties of water, hydro excavation will amplify your digging capabilities. Hydro excavation is a process that utilizes the most efficient and harmless methods of soil removal possible. Hydro excavating has proven itself as a top-tier method of excavation in utility and pipeline capacities. Let’s explore the benefits of using hydro excavation.

The Power and Precision of Hydro Excavation

Water is responsible for some of the most awe-inspiring views in the natural world. Hydro excavation has harnessed the power of water erosion into the role of an excavator, so it is capable of delivering the shearing forces of water with precision. This allows for very precise work in shortened timeframes.

The process of hydro excavation is also environmentally friendly. The area of excavation also receives far less collateral damage than former excavation practices. Water is an effective medium against a frozen or unmanageable ground. The dislodged soil is simply removed by means of suction, this leaves a predictable and effective method for safe and accurate excavation.

The unseen is the largest variable in most excavation jobs. Hydro excavating has a unique quality to lessen the blow of these unseen dilemmas. Utilities are easily avoided or routed around. The advanced safety training undergone by our excavation crews means that coming in contact with underground utilities is also far less ominous.

Consider our team’s expertise when preparing to tackle your future projects. For additional information regarding hydro dig excavation, timelines, safety procedures or other services, please contact us today!

The Right Hydro Excavation Contractors for the Job

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When you are in need of safe excavation it’s important to work with serious hydro excavation contractors. At 4 Warriors Hydro Excavation we put our client’s needs first, and in order to do that, we have made sure our house is in order.  Our crew has extensive site-specific training, advanced safety training and experience working for the needs of various industries. As a family owned company founded in firm Christian morals, it is integral to us that each and every one of our contractors is the best possible person for every job. Our contractors consistently operate the most cutting edge trenching and potholing equipment available for hydro excavation today.

The Right Hydro Excavation Contractors for the Job

Whether you are a Federal or State agency, a local municipality, an oil company, or real-estate developer in need of commercial hydro excavation, our contractors can deliver exactly what you need when you need it. We have built a reputation on exceeding expectations by working on some of the largest projects in Texas.

When you need to hire a hydro excavation contractor, contact us first to schedule an estimate. When you don’t hire the right contractor the first time, the consequences can be costly. Our safety training, TWIC and OQ certifications, JSA procedures and drug testing make sure that your contractor is qualified for any scenario that can arise during the course of the project. As a company with faith-based values, we believe it is our duty to impact every client’s life in a positive manner, supplying the best quality work is the way we deliver on that promise.

Trenching Safety

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Trenching safetyTrenching Safety should be a priority for any construction company or contractor. According to OSHA, trenching is among the most dangerous of all construction endeavors. OSHA can and does fine companies and contractors for ignoring the safety protocols for trenching. Worse, these protocols are readily available and very straightforward. The main theme in trenching safety is avoiding serious injury and the loss of life through common sense safety. Cave-ins occur suddenly and without warning, and are devastating. The sheer weight of the soil, dependent on a number of factors, is enough to cause numerous fatalities. Cutting corners will not only result in serious injury or death but also hefty fines from OSHA as well as civil lawsuits. For contractors, OSHA fines can be severe enough to close your doors. Thus, it pays to follow the rules and ensure that excavation practices are safe.

Trenches of certain depths must have safety systems. The complexity of these systems depends entirely on a few different environmental factors. They include soil and rock stability, soil moisture levels, and forecasted weather changes of the area. These judgments need to be made by what OSHA terms a competent person, such as an engineer. A competent person will take the above factors into considerations when advising on safety systems. The inherent risk of trenching, including collapsing loads and falls (to add onto the environmental risks) means that inspections need to continue throughout the process. All workers should also be outfitted with fall protection gear. If a worker feels trench conditions are unsafe or that protocols have not been met, he or she should not enter the trench. When trenching, focus on safety and accident prevention. Be sure to prioritize OSHA regulations and utilize the knowledge of competent persons to set up a safe, secure work environment. To learn more about safe trenching, contact us today.