Hydrovac Services

Our Perspective

As utilities move more of their infrastructure underground, driven by the need for safety and reliability, the demand for non-destructive excavation continues to rise. 

Hydrovac services are becoming the preferred method for trenching, pole setting, and daylighting existing utilities for many IOUs, Coops, and Municipalities.

We’re drawn to this industry because it sits at the intersection of infrastructure modernization and safety. Traditional excavation tools (e.g. auger drills, digger derricks) pose a growing risk of service disruption or costly damage in areas with dense underground utility infrastructure.

Hydrovac services, by contrast, have for decades offered precision and protection, making them increasingly indispensable in a world with growing underground density.

While high CFM (+5K) hydrovac trucks can be quite expensive, securing this heavy machinery can also act as a barrier to entry and differentiation for our company. Most utilities and municipalities prefer to contract this work rather than own and maintain the expensive equipment themselves, creating long-term opportunity for well-run operators with the right fleet, team, and safety practices. 

For contractors that have already made the investment and know how to maintain and deploy their fleet effectively, the path is clear: increased demand, repeat business, and durable customer relationships.

What we're looking for

Heritage is seeking to partner with experienced companies providing high-quality hydrovac services to utility customers. We’re especially interested in businesses that:

• Specialize in high CFM hydroexcavation for daylighting, pole setting, trenching, and related applications
• Serve electrical, telecom, gas, water, or sewer infrastructure markets
• Own and operate a well-maintained fleet of hydrovac trucks (eg Vermeer, Mud Dog)
• Emphasize safety, compliance, and professionalism on every job site
• Have strong relationships with utilities, municipalities, and other infrastructure contractors

We see natural synergies between hydrovac operators and our existing investments in overhead and underground electrical utility services. Our ability to bring shared expertise, customer relationships, and operational support to bear makes Heritage a uniquely valuable partner for founders looking to scale their company.