Horizontal drilling is used to lay cables, such as electrical cables, fiber optic cables, and utility lines, for several reasons:
Reduced disruption: Horizontal drilling allows for cables to be laid without significant disruption to the surface and existing infrastructure. Horizontal drilling minimizes surface disruption and allows for cables to be laid in areas that would be difficult or impossible to reach using traditional methods.
Increased speed: Horizontal drilling is typically faster than traditional methods of laying cables because it requires less excavation and restoration work. This means that projects can be completed more quickly, which can reduce costs and minimize disruption to the surrounding area.
Environmentally friendly: Horizontal drilling reduces the risk of environmental damage, leaks, and spills. It also reduces disturbance to existing infrastructure, such as water or gas lines.
Increased versatility: Horizontal drilling allows for cables to be laid in a variety of terrains and environments, including under roads, bodies of water, and other sensitive areas. This makes it a versatile technique that can be used in a wide range of projects.
Cost savings: Horizontal drilling can be more cost-effective than traditional methods because it requires less excavation and restoration work, fewer workers, and less equipment. It can also reduce the need for additional infrastructure, such as retaining walls or support structures.
Horizontal drilling is a popular technique for laying cables because it offers several advantages over traditional methods, including reduced disruption, increased speed, improved safety, increased versatility, and cost savings.
Trenching is a method of digging a long, narrow, and deep channel or trench in the ground. It is commonly used in construction, and it can be done manually or with heavy machinery. Trenching is often used for laying pipes, cables, or other utilities underground. The width and depth of the trench depend on its purpose and the materials being installed or excavated.
Benefits of trenching in laying cables
Trenching can be an effective method for laying cables underground because it offers several benefits, including:
Protection: Trenching provides protection for cables by burying them underground, shielding them from weather, temperature extremes, and potential damage from other sources.
Easy access: Trenches make it easy to access cables for maintenance, repair or replacement. The cables are easily accessible and can be quickly repaired without causing major disruption to the surrounding environment.
Longevity: Trenching allows for cables to be installed at a deeper level which provides greater longevity by protecting them from any potential damage from future construction or excavation.
Improved safety: By burying cables underground, trenching helps to eliminate tripping hazards, and reduces the risk of injury or damage to the cables.
Aesthetics: Laying cables underground with trenching method can help to improve the appearance of the surrounding environment by eliminating the need for unsightly above ground cables or poles.
Trenching can provide a reliable and cost-effective method for laying cables underground, providing protection, longevity, safety, and improved aesthetics.
Excavating is the process of removing soil, rocks, and other materials from the ground to create a hole or cavity for various purposes including construction. It involves the use of heavy machinery, such as excavators, bulldozers, or backhoes, to remove the earth and create the desired shape, size, and depth of the excavation. Excavating can be done for a variety of purposes, including digging trenches for utilities such as water, electric or gas pipelines. The scope and scale of excavating can vary from small-scale backyard projects to large-scale commercial or industrial developments, and it requires specialized knowledge, skills, and equipment to be done safely and effectively.
Why excavate to lay underground cable?
Excavating is a common method used to lay underground cables because it involves digging a trench in the ground to create a pathway for the cable. This method allows for the cable to be installed at a specific depth and location, providing protection from potential damage from construction, erosion, or other factors that could impact the cable's integrity. Additionally, excavating provides easy access to the cable for maintenance, repair, or replacement. It also helps to ensure that the cable is buried deep enough to prevent accidental damage or disruption from human or animal activity.
Excavation provides several benefits for laying cables underground.
Increased protection: Excavation allows the cable to be installed at a specific depth and location, protecting it from potential damage from construction, erosion, or other factors that could impact the cable's integrity.
Easy access: Excavation provides easy access to the cable for maintenance, repair, or replacement. This can be especially important for cables that are critical for infrastructure, such as those used for telecommunications or utilities.
Increased efficiency: When installation of multiple cables at the same time is needed, excavation allows for bunching of cable thereby minimizing multiple disruptions to the same areas.
Extended lifespan: Excavation further increases a cable’s lifespan and reduces the risk of damage by installing conduits or pipes to protect the cable, Improved aesthetics: Excavation can help to improve the aesthetics of the surrounding area by eliminating the need for unsightly above-ground cables or poles.
Excavation is a reliable and effective method for laying underground cables, providing protection, longevity, ease of access, and improved aesthetics.
When an area has undergone trenching, horizontal drilling, or excavating it may require specific restoration techniques. Our goal is to bring it back to its previous condition. Here are some steps Elite Underground Utility follows for restoring lawns to impacted areas after such activities:
Clean up debris is the first step in our process. We remove any excess dirt, rocks, or construction debris left behind due to the completed process. This will ensure a clean surface for the restoration efforts and produce a more professional finish.
Trenches or holes created during the work will be filled using the appropriate backfill material. We use a mixture of soil, sand, and compost to fill in the gaps, ensuring it is properly levelled and compacted. Elite Underground Utility follows any specific guidelines provided by our professional restoration teams to expertly restore any area.
We over-seed the affected areas with grass seeds suitable for the existing lawn. Our team ensures good seed-to-soil contact by gently raking the area. The seeded area is watered and covered with straw to germinate the grass as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
The specific restoration process may vary depending on the extent of the excavation and the type of surface that we are restoring.
Concrete and asphalt restoration refers to the process of repairing and restoring damaged hard surfaced areas. Restoration involves several steps and specific techniques to repair the hard surface and restore its functionality and appearance. Here are some common steps involved in restoration:
We thoroughly clean the surface to remove dirt, debris, and loose materials. This can be done using a pressure washer, chemical cleaners, or mechanical methods.
Patching and resurfacing may be needed to restore the hard surface to the condition it was before Elite Underground Utility’s work: If there are small holes, divots, or surface imperfections, because of our work, patching compounds may be used to fill and level the damaged areas.
It's important to note that hard surface restoration can be a complex process, and the specific techniques used may vary depending on the type and severity of the damage, as well as the recommendations of professionals.