Excavation work involves removing earth, rock, or other materials from a site to form a cavity or open space. This is often done for construction, mining, trenching, or infrastructure projects.
Topsoil Excavation
Earth Excavation
Rock Excavation
Muck Excavation (mud and water)
Trench Excavation
Basement Excavation
Footing Excavation
Cave-ins (most serious hazard)
Falls into trenches
Falling loads
Hazardous atmospheres (e.g., low oxygen, toxic gases)
Water accumulation
Underground utilities damage (gas, electrical, water)
Proper shoring, shielding, or sloping of trench walls
Daily inspections by a competent person
Safe access and egress (e.g., ladders)
Utility detection before digging (call before you dig services)
Protective systems based on depth and soil type
Water Line: Delivers clean, potable water from the public main or a private well to your home or building.
Sewer Line: Carries wastewater away from your property to the municipal sewer system or a private septic system.
Signs of water line issues:
Low water pressure
Discolored water
Wet spots in the yard
Unexpectedly high water bills
Signs of sewer line issues:
Slow drains or backups
Sewage odors
Gurgling sounds in pipes
Sinkholes or soggy patches in the yard
Homeowners are typically responsible for the portion of the line from the house to the connection point at the street or property boundary.
Municipalities maintain the public mains and infrastructure beyond that point..
Trenchless methods allow repair or replacement without major digging. Techniques include:
Pipe bursting
Cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining
These are faster, less disruptive, and often more cost-effective.
Water line tapping is the process of connecting a new service line (typically for a home or building) to an existing public or private water main. This allows water to be supplied to the property.
Water tapping is needed when:
A new building or home is constructed
An existing service line is replaced or upgraded
A new irrigation system or fire service line is added
Direct Tap (Wet Tap): Performed on a live main without shutting off water supply.
Dry Tap: Done when the water main is shut off or during a scheduled shutdown.
Saddle Tap: Uses a clamp-on fitting with a corporation stop for small service lines.
Tapping Sleeve and Valve: For larger diameter pipes or commercial services.
Improper taps can lead to:
Leaks or bursts
Water contamination
Reduced water pressure
Fines and required rework from local authorities
At Talley Lambert Construction, every project we do we treat the same, no matter the size or complexities.
