A hydrovac truck, also known as a hydro excavation truck or vacuum excavation truck, is a specialized vehicle that is used for a variety of purposes, primarily involving excavation and debris removal. The main purpose of a hydrovac truck Florida companies offer is to use high-pressure water and a powerful vacuum system to excavate soil or other materials in a precise and controlled manner.

Following are presented some of the most common uses associated with hydrovac trucks:

• Utility Excavation: Hydrovac trucks are often used for excavation work around utility lines, such as water, gas, or electric lines. The high-pressure water is used to break up soil or debris, and the vacuum system then extracts the material, exposing even the most fragile utility lines without causing damage to them. This method of excavation is considered safer and more precise than traditional methods, as it minimizes the risk of accidental damage to underground utilities.
• Potholing and Daylighting: The trucks are very versatile when used for potholing, which is the process of exposing and verifying the location of underground utilities before any digging or construction work takes place. Daylighting is a similar process used to expose utilities in order to inspect, repair, or maintain them. Hydrovac trucks can accurately and safely excavate the soil around utility lines, providing visual confirmation of their location and condition.
• Slot Trenching: Hydrovac services are able to create narrow trenches or slots with high precision. This is commonly used for the installation of utility lines, such as fiber optic cables or electrical conduits, where a narrow and controlled trench may be required.