Hydrovac Excavation Services in Columbus, Ohio & Surrounding States

ABI Hydrovac, a division of American Boring Inc., is a leading hydrovac excavation contractor in Columbus, Ohio, providing safe, precise, and non-destructive hydro excavation services since 1999.

We specialize in hydrovac services for underground utility work, helping contractors, utility companies, pipeline providers, and municipalities safely expose and install critical infrastructure. Based in Columbus, we proudly serve Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Indiana, and Michigan.

What is Hydrovac Excavation?

Hydrovac excavation (also known as hydro excavation or vacuum excavation) uses pressurized water and a powerful vacuum system to safely remove soil and expose underground utilities without causing damage. This method is ideal for working around gas lines, water lines, sewer systems, fiber optics, and underground electric.

Full-Service Hydrovac Contractor in Ohio

ABI Hydrovac supports all phases of underground utility and pipeline construction, including:

  • Potholing & daylighting
  • Utility locating verification
  • Trenching & slot trenching
  • Pole hole excavation
  • Remote hose excavation
  • Site preparation & debris removal
  • Cold weather / winter hydrovac excavation

Our services are designed to reduce risk, prevent utility strikes, and improve job-site efficiency.

Industries & Projects We Support

Our experienced hydrovac crews handle projects across multiple industries, including:

  • Oil & gas / pipeline construction
  • Municipal infrastructure
  • Utility installation & repair
  • Fiber optic & telecommunications
  • Electrical and power distribution

We routinely work on gas lines, water and sewer systems, underground electric, and telecom infrastructure throughout Ohio and surrounding states.

Why Choose ABI Hydrovac

  • Over 25 years of hydrovac excavation experience
  • Modern fleet of full-sized hydrovac trucks
  • Fast response times, including 24/7 emergency service
  • Commitment to safe, non-destructive digging practices

When reliability, speed, and precision matter, ABI Hydrovac delivers.