Clean, straight trenches for water, sewer, electric, gas and drainage lines — dug to the right depth and backfilled and compacted so nothing settles later.
Utility trenching is digging clean, straight trenches to the correct depth for water, sewer, electric, gas and drainage lines — then backfilling and compacting properly so the ground doesn't settle.
Getting utilities in the ground is all about depth, alignment and a clean backfill. Cross The Line Excavation digs trenches for new lines, service hookups and drainage runs for homeowners and builders across Morgan, Hendricks and the surrounding counties. Every trench is dug to depth, then backfilled and compacted so the surface stays put over the line. Before any digging starts, we coordinate with Indiana 811 to get underground utilities located and marked — protecting your existing lines and keeping the job safe.
Our trenching work covers new construction utility runs, service line replacements, drainage lines, and outbuilding hookups. Whether you're a homeowner adding a line or a builder running services on a new site, we get the trench dug right and ready.
Trench depth depends on the type of line and local code. In Indiana, water lines are typically buried below the frost line (often around three feet or more), while electric, gas and sewer lines each have their own required depths. We dig to the depth your project and local code call for.
Trenching cost per foot varies with depth, length, soil and rock conditions, and what's being installed. A short, shallow run costs much less than a long, deep one through hard ground. We give you a free written estimate based on your specific job.
Yes. State law requires calling Indiana 811 before any digging so underground utilities can be located and marked. It's free, it protects you from hitting a line, and we coordinate the locate before we start trenching.
Utility trenches carry water and sewer lines, electric and gas service, drainage and downspout lines, and conduit for low-voltage or communication lines. Different utilities often need separate trenches or spacing, which we handle to code.
Most utility trenches are roughly twelve to twenty-four inches wide, depending on the line being installed and the depth required. Deeper trenches are usually a bit wider for safety and access.
Yes. Proper backfill and compaction is what keeps the ground from settling over the line later. We backfill in the right lifts, compact as we go, and restore the surface when we're done.
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We walk the site and give you a clear written quote — free.
Straight trenches dug to depth, then backfilled and compacted.
We restore the surface and leave the site tidy.
Free estimates, honest pricing, and a crew that shows up. Let's get your ground ready.