Excavations
Precision underground excavation for utility access, pipe replacement, sewer repair, and new construction — performed safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to your property.
What We Do
Full-Scope Excavation Services
From a single residential sewer lateral to a multi-phase commercial utility installation, ICS has the equipment, expertise, and crew to handle it all — safely and on schedule.
Sewer Line Excavation
Full-depth trenching to access, repair, or replace damaged sewer mains and lateral lines. Our crews handle everything from residential laterals to large-diameter commercial mains, with proper shoring and safety protocols on every job.
Water Main Excavation
Safe, precise excavation around pressurized water mains for repair, replacement, or new service connections. We coordinate with local utilities and follow all municipal requirements to protect your infrastructure and your neighbors.
Utility Trenching
Precision trenching for gas, water, sewer, and electrical conduit installation on commercial and residential sites. We maintain proper separation distances, bedding materials, and compaction specs to meet code on every trench we dig.
Foundation Drainage
Excavation for French drains, perimeter drainage systems, and waterproofing membrane installation. Proper drainage starts underground — we expose the foundation, install the system, and backfill with engineered aggregate for lasting performance.
Pipe Bursting Access
Strategic excavation to create entry and exit pits for trenchless pipe bursting operations. When full-length trenching isn't necessary, we minimize surface disruption while still providing the access our crews need to do the job right.
Site Restoration
Full backfill, compaction, and surface restoration after excavation — leaving your property clean, level, and ready for use. We use proper lift compaction techniques to prevent settling and match existing grade and surface materials.
Emergency Excavation
When a burst main, collapsed sewer, or failed utility line demands immediate action, ICS mobilizes fast. Our emergency excavation crews are available 24/7 to expose the problem, make the repair, and restore your service.
Commercial Site Prep
Pre-construction excavation for new commercial builds — rough grading, utility stub-outs, and underground infrastructure installation coordinated with your general contractor and project timeline.
ICS in the Field
See Our Excavation Work in Action
From residential sewer laterals to large commercial utility installations, ICS brings the same precision and professionalism to every excavation. Watch how our crews operate — safely, efficiently, and with full accountability from start to finish.
How It Works
Our Excavation Process
Every ICS excavation follows a proven six-step process — from the first utility locate to final surface restoration. No shortcuts, no surprises.
Site Assessment & Utility Locate
Before any equipment touches the ground, we conduct a thorough site assessment and call 811 to mark all underground utilities. We verify every locate and use vacuum excavation near sensitive lines.
Written Flat-Rate Quote
You receive a detailed written quote covering all labor, equipment, materials, permits, and restoration — no surprises, no change orders for scope we should have anticipated.
Permitting & Scheduling
We pull all required excavation and right-of-way permits, coordinate with the municipality, and schedule the work to minimize disruption to your operations or daily routine.
Safe, Efficient Excavation
Our OSHA-trained crews execute the dig with commercial-grade equipment — proper shoring, trench boxes, and safety barriers in place throughout. We work efficiently without cutting corners on safety.
Repair, Install & Inspect
With the excavation open, our licensed plumbers complete the repair or installation. All work is inspected before backfill begins — we never bury a problem.
Backfill, Compact & Restore
We backfill in engineered lifts, compact to spec, and restore the surface — concrete, asphalt, landscaping, or sod — to match pre-existing conditions as closely as possible.
Why Choose ICS
Excavation Done with Precision & Accountability
Underground work demands experience, the right equipment, and a crew that takes safety seriously. ICS brings all three — along with the same flat-rate transparency and unconditional satisfaction guarantee we apply to every service we offer.
We don't subcontract our excavation work. Our own licensed crews operate our own equipment — one point of contact, one standard of quality, one company accountable from start to finish.
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Our Commitment to Job-Site Safety
Excavation is inherently high-risk work. ICS takes that seriously — with certified crews, proper equipment, and zero tolerance for shortcuts that put people or property at risk.
OSHA 10 & 30 Certified
Every ICS excavation crew member holds current OSHA certification. Safety isn't a checkbox — it's how we operate on every single job.
Trench Boxes & Shoring
We deploy proper trench protection systems on every excavation deeper than 5 feet, no exceptions. Your crew and ours go home safe.
Vacuum Excavation Near Utilities
When working near gas, electric, or fiber lines, we use hydrovac or air excavation to expose utilities without risk of strike or damage.
Traffic Control & Barricading
All street-adjacent excavations include proper traffic control plans, barricading, and signage — compliant with MUTCD standards and local requirements.
Need Excavation Work Done Right?
ICS handles the full scope — from the first shovel to final site restoration. Our crews are licensed, insured, and ready to mobilize. Call us now or request a written flat-rate quote.