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Trenching & Excavating

Digging Deeper for Reliable Power
Our expert electrical trenching and excavating services make underground power installations safe, fast, and hassle-free. From new builds to upgrades, we deliver precision work that keeps your project on track and your power flowing. 

Advantages of In-House Trenching

Efficiency & Time-Saving

Code Compliance Assurance

Code Compliance Assurance

 When the electrician handles trenching, it eliminates scheduling conflicts and delays that can occur when coordinating multiple contractors. This leads to a more streamlined project timeline. 

Code Compliance Assurance

Code Compliance Assurance

Code Compliance Assurance

 Since the electrician is familiar with electrical codes and regulations, they can ensure the trenching meets the necessary specifications, avoiding costly corrections.  

Better Coordination

Code Compliance Assurance

Accountability & Quality Control

 Electricians understand the exact trenching requirements for conduit depth, spacing, and placement, ensuring the work meets code without the need for rework or adjustments. 

Accountability & Quality Control

Accountability & Quality Control

Accountability & Quality Control

 With one party responsible for both trenching and electrical work, accountability is clearer, and there's greater attention to quality without blame-shifting between contractors.  

Flexibility for Changes

Accountability & Quality Control

Flexibility for Changes

 If design changes or adjustments are required mid-project, an electrician who does their own trenching can adapt quickly without waiting for another contractor’s availability.   

How It Works

1. Planning & Preparation

1. Planning & Preparation

1. Planning & Preparation

 Site Assessments & Planning,  Locating Utilities, Permitting & Compliance 

2. Marking the Trench Path

1. Planning & Preparation

1. Planning & Preparation

 Using spray paint, flags, or chalk, marking out the path where the trench will be dug, ensuring proper alignment and adherence to depth requirements.  

3. Trenching Process

3. Trenching Process

3. Trenching Process

 Manual or Machine Digging, Depth and Width Considerations, Slope for Drainage, Cable/Conduit Install, Site Inspections & Backfill  

4. Site Restoration

3. Trenching Process

3. Trenching Process

 Restore the landscape by leveling the ground, reseeding grass, or replacing any disturbed pavement or hardscaping 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Please reach us at info@elevateitinc.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

    Electricians who handle their own trenching can save time and money, ensure better quality control, and streamline the project without relying on external contractors.  


     Yes, in most areas electricians can perform their own trenching, but they must follow local building codes, obtain necessary permits, and comply with safety regulations. 


     Trenching is needed for underground electrical installations such as outdoor lighting, running power to detached buildings (garages, sheds), swimming pools, EV chargers, and new construction sites 


     Yes, depending on the project size, electricians may use tools such as trenching shovels, walk-behind trenchers, mini-excavators, or specialized cable plows. 


    The required depth depends on the type of installation and local codes, but typical depths range from:

    • 12 - 18 inches for low-voltage wiring.
    • 18 - 24 inches for conduit-protected circuits.
    • 24- 60 inches for direct burial cables or conduits.


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