The Right Dig for Every Situation.
We run three — hydrovac for precision soft dig and utility exposure, mechanical excavation for production earthwork, and hand digging where no machine fits. Tight corridors, shored trenches, confined access, live utility zones. One crew that reads the ground and picks the right tool.
The Upgrade Stalls Underground — Not at the Panel
BC Hydro or your electrician shows up ready to work, but the conduit underground is blocked, crushed, or too small. Nobody else on the job can fix that. We can.
We do one thing
Underground electrical conduit — clearing, replacing, and installing new. That's it. We're not a general excavation company trying to fit this in.
We work with your electrician
We handle the underground scope. Your licensed electrician handles the panel and wire. We coordinate so the job flows without delays.
EV & high-demand upgrades are our bread and butter
Power demand is rising fast — EV chargers, heat pumps, secondary suites. 200A upgrades and new 2-phase feeds require proper underground conduit. We install it right the first time.
Hydrovac & Underground Electrical Services
Company-owned hydrovac trucks for non-destructive excavation and potholing — combined with underground conduit repair, installation, and BC Hydro service upgrades.
Clear a Blocked Conduit
Your electrician or utility company is trying to pull new wire but it won't go through. The conduit underground is blocked — roots, debris, a crushed section, or a shifted joint. We locate the problem, expose it, and clear or replace the affected section so the job can move forward.
Real Job Example
BC Hydro arrived to upgrade a home from 100A to 200A service. The underground conduit from the street had a root intrusion — wire wouldn't pull. We cleared and relined the section in one day. Upgrade completed the same week.
Replace Failed or Damaged Conduit
Old conduit — especially older rigid metal or thin-wall plastic — collapses, corrodes, or shifts over time. If it can't be cleared, it needs to come out and be replaced properly. We excavate, remove the failed run, and install new conduit to current code so it lasts another 30+ years.
Real Job Example
A 1970s home had original metal conduit from the meter to the panel. Decades of ground movement had crushed a section. We replaced the full run with new Schedule 40 PVC, properly bedded and backfilled. No more problems.
Install New Conduit for Service Upgrades
Power demand is going up — EV chargers, heat pumps, hot tubs, and secondary suites all need more capacity. A 200A service upgrade or a new 2-phase feed often requires new conduit from the street to your panel. We trench, install, and backfill so your electrician can pull the wire and finish the job.
Real Job Example
A homeowner added two EV chargers and a heat pump — their 100A service wasn't enough. BC Hydro required a 200A upgrade with a new underground feed. We installed the conduit run from the transformer to the meter base. Electrician pulled wire the next day.
Hydrovac Excavation — No Broker, No Markup
We own and operate our own hydrovac trucks. That means faster mobilization, a crew that runs this equipment every day, and no broker markup passed on to you. Non-destructive vacuum excavation for potholing, utility daylighting, slot trenching, and soft dig around live services — across the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland.
- Potholing & utility daylighting before mechanical digging
- Slot trenching for conduit, pipe & cable installation
- Remote hose reach up to 600 ft from the truck
- BC One Call coordination handled on every job
- Combined hydrovac + underground electrical — one crew, one mobilization
Why the Conduit Underground Is the Bottleneck
Most electrical upgrades stall underground — not at the panel. BC Hydro or your electrician shows up ready to work, but the conduit from the street is blocked, crushed, or too small for the new wire gauge. Nobody else on the job can fix that. We can. We specialize in exactly this problem: locating the fault, exposing it safely, and installing new conduit so the upgrade goes ahead.
Fully Insured & Compliant
Comprehensive liability coverage and WorkSafeBC compliance on every project.
We Work With Your Electrician
We handle the underground conduit scope. Your electrician handles the panel and wire. Clean handoff, no delays.
Same-Week Availability
Service upgrades can't wait. We prioritize conduit jobs so your electrician and utility company aren't sitting idle.
Ready to Get the Job Moving?
Tell us where the conduit is blocked, failed, or needed for a service upgrade. We’ll review the job and help get your electrician and utility work moving again.
Serving the Fraser Valley & Lower Mainland
Click any city for local service details, project scope, and a direct quote form.
What Our Clients Say
BC Hydro couldn't pull the new wire — the old conduit was crushed underground. UndergroundPower came out, replaced the run, and we had our 200A service upgrade done by end of week. Exactly what we needed.
Homeowner
Abbotsford, BC
We needed new conduit installed for a 200A feed to a detached shop. They trenched, installed, and backfilled in one day. My electrician pulled wire the next morning. Smooth operation.
Property Owner
Chilliwack, BC
Added two EV chargers and a heat pump — needed a full service upgrade. UndergroundPower handled the conduit from the transformer to the meter. Professional, fast, and no surprises.
Homeowner
Fraser Valley, BC
From the Field
July 15, 2026
Why Your 200A Upgrade Stalls Underground (And How to Fix It)
BC Hydro shows up to upgrade your service and can't pull the wire. Here's exactly why underground conduit fails — and what needs to happen to get the job moving again.
Read MoreJune 28, 2026
EV Chargers & Heat Pumps: Why Your Home Needs a Service Upgrade
Power demand in BC homes is rising fast. If you're adding an EV charger, heat pump, or secondary suite, your 100A service probably isn't enough — and the fix starts underground.
Read MoreJune 10, 2026
What Is Underground Electrical Conduit and Why Does It Fail?
Most homeowners don't think about the conduit buried between the street and their panel — until it fails. Here's what it is, why it fails, and what replacing it actually involves.
Read MoreTips from the Trench
Occasional field notes on underground electrical, conduit installs, and what to watch for on your next project. No spam — just useful info.