Mid North Coast
Hydro Excavation
Safe, precise and non-destructive digging for your site. Protecting underground utilities while keeping your project on time and on budget.
The Challenges with Traditional Excavation
Risk of striking underground utilities, causing costly damage.
Delays from slow or imprecise manual or mechanical digging.
Difficulty accessing tight, urban or sensitive areas.
Excess spoil and mess affecting environmental and site standards.
Why Use All Vac Worx Hydro Excavation?
- Safe excavation around buried services and infrastructure.
- Efficient, accurate work that keeps your project on schedule.
- Cleaner sites with controlled spoil removal and low impact.
- Precision excavation suited to tight or fragile areas.
- Skilled team managing sensitive projects with care.
- Modern equipment providing efficient, quiet operation.
- Strong knowledge of regulations to simplify approvals.
Our Services
Non-Destructive Digging
(NDD)
A high-pressure water lance is used to safely excavate and expose underground assets, creating precise trenches with minimal risk. Excess material is removed using a high-velocity vacuum system, with all spoil disposed of at approved facilities to ensure full compliance with EPA requirements.
Drain, Pit, Pipe & Culvert Cleaning
Removes built-up debris, sediment and other obstructions to maintain reliable water flow. Using specialised equipment, we clear problem areas, reducing the risk of blockages, structural deterioration or localised flooding while supporting the performance and safety of stormwater infrastructure.
High Pressure Water Jetting
High-pressure water jetting uses a stream of pressurised water to remove sludge, debris, blockages or stubborn coatings. This method delivers precise, efficient cleaning for surfaces and internal pipe systems, restoring functionality while minimising damage and ensuring safe, environmentally responsible maintenance.
FAQs
What is Non-Destructive Digging (NDD) or Hydro Excavation and why is it safer?
NDD or Hydro Excavation uses a pressurised water lance and vacuum to safely expose utilities and underground infrastructure, significantly minimising the risk of costly damage & injury.
Is Non-Destructive Digging more expensive than traditional digging?
Non-Destructive Digging is more cost effective because it helps prevent costly utility strikes, reduces restoration work and keeps labour expenses down.
Does Hydro Excavation damage underground structures?
Hydro Excavation is designed to be safe for buried structures. The pressurised water is used to break up the dirt packed around underground structures, not to hit the structures themselves.
What types of soil can Hydro Excavation handle?
Non-Destructive Digging or Hydro Excavation is effective on various soil types, including clay, sand, and gravel.
Can Non-Destructive Digging methods dig through concrete?
No, NDD or Hydro Excavation methods cannot cut or dig through solid concrete, however NDD can be used to safely excavate around concrete footings or remove soil from under concrete slabs.
What locations does All Vac Worx Service?
All Vac Worx services the entire Mid North Coast of New South Wales, including Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca Heads, Macksville, South West Rocks, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Taree, Wingham, Tuncurry, Forster and Bulahdelah.
What clients does All Vac Worx work with?
The All Vac Worx Team holds all necessary accreditations and competencies required to perform Hydro Excavation works for local councils, government agencies and private contractors. We take pride in offering flexible client-focused solutions that support timely project delivery and long-term asset protection.