Hydrovac Trucks: Complete Information Guide

Complete guide to hydrovac truck parts — engines, pumps, blowers, booms, tanks, and more. Understand what keeps your hydrovac running.

Compare hydrovac excavation to backhoes and hand digging. Learn why hydro excavation is safer, faster, and more precise for utility work.

Step-by-step explanation of how hydrovac trucks use water pressure and vacuum suction to safely excavate soil without damaging underground utilities.

Compare Vactor, GapVax, Vac-Con, and other hydrovac truck brands. Honest pros, cons, common problems, and pricing from a mechanic who works on them all.

Discover how hydrovac trucks are used for potholing, utility locating, trenching, and more. See why industries choose hydro excavation.

Everything you need to know about hydrovac truck costs — new prices, used prices, rental rates, and operating costs. Real numbers from 25 years in the business.

Complete hydrovac safety guide covering OSHA requirements, excavation safety rules, and best practices. From a mechanic who's seen what happens when safety gets ignored.

Everything you need to know about hydrovac operator requirements — CDL classes, endorsements, certifications, and training. From someone who's worked with operators for 25 years.

How to choose the right hydrovac truck size for your work. Tank capacity, CFM, water volume, and real-world guidance from a mechanic who's worked on every size.