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Pot Holing Underground Service Location Job - Gold Coast

Mar 03, 2024

The Gold Coast, renowned for its picturesque beaches and vibrant atmosphere, holds more beneath its surface than meets the eye. In 2023, Gold Coast Vac Trucks was engaged by a client for our pot holing service, to locate and expose a hidden maze of underground services and assets. Owner of Gold Coast Vac Trucks, Nick, details a real example of the challenges of locating buried networks of water, gas, electrical, sewerage and communications assets.

The Challenge of Underground Service Location

Beneath the busy streets and footpaths of the Gold Coast lies a complex network of water pipes, electrical lines, and optical fibre communication lines. However, relying solely on maps and plans to locate these vital arteries can prove futile. Inaccuracies are commonplace, rendering traditional methods ineffective and potentially hazardous. The consequences of damaging underground infrastructure can be dire, leading to service disruptions, costly repairs, and even endangering lives.


The dynamic nature of urban development exacerbates the problem, as infrastructure networks are altered over time, rendering outdated maps obsolete. Furthermore, natural factors like soil erosion and shifting terrain can alter the landscape, causing discrepancies between reality and documentation. As a result, pinpointing the precise location of buried utilities becomes akin to piecing together a complex puzzle.

Reveiling "The Maze" using our Pot Holing Service

Enter Gold Coast Vac Trucks, the leader in underground asset location and excavation. The clients request was clear - reveal the infrastructure along a long footpath so that upcoming works could be performed without any risk of expensive underground asset damage. Armed with state-of-the-art technology, and using hydro excavation techniques, Nick's team delicately vacuumed the soil surrounding the buried utilities, minimising the risk of damage - slowly but surely. In this particular job, Nick's team had to carefully expose many types of assets at regular intervals along the footpath so the upcoming work crews knew the location of the underground assets along the length of the work site.


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Gold Coast Vac Trucks Skilled Pot Holing Team

Gold Coast Vac Trucks employs a skilled team for these soft of excavation projects. On this particular pot holing job, one expert handled the hydro jet to loosen the soil loosening, while another simultaneously used the powerful vacuum to suction away the loosened material. The the team "rinses and repeats" this process carefully at regular intervals along the work site. The job was overseen by owner Nick, who brings a wealth of experience and next level customer service to every project.

Happy Pot Holing Client

This well-coordinated effort ensured a quality outcome for our client. This client has consistently relied on Gold Coast Vac Trucks' expertise, making them a loyal client. Their satisfaction with the outcome of this job underlines the Gold Coast Vac Trucks commitment to delivering exceptional results for our loyal clients.

Trust Gold Coast Vac Trucks For Pot Holing Vacuum Excavation

Gold Coast Vac Trucks specialised Pot Holing service, makes them the go-to choice for locating underground services and infrastructure. Whether you're a property owner, contractor, or project manager, don't hesitate to contact us when faced with a pot holing project. Reach out for an obligation-free quote, and experience the quality service they can bring to your project. For reliable, specialised solutions in pot holing and underground service location, Gold Coast Vac Trucks is undoubtedly the name to trust on the Gold Coast.


Gold Coast Vac Trucks are expert providers of pot holing services on the Gold Coast, south-side Brisbane and Northern NSW. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - please call us anytime.

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