Family Owned and Operated
Groundhog Daylighting is a leader in Hydrovac Operations
About Us
Groundhog Daylighting Inc. is a family-owned hydrovac company based in Brantford, Ontario. We take pride in delivering safe, professional, and cost-effective excavation services.
Our team is made up of hydrovac specialists committed to exceptional service. All employees are trained in safe work practices, hazard awareness, and defensive driving to ensure every job is done right.
We provide worry-free excavation by safely exposing and protecting underground utilities, including water, sewer, gas, hydro, fibre optic, and communication lines.
With municipalities increasingly requiring non-destructive methods, our hydro-excavation service offers a safer, more efficient alternative to traditional digging - minimizing risk, damage, and costly service disruptions.
What is Daylighting and Why Is It Preferred?
Daylighting, also known as hydrovac excavation, is a non-destructive digging method that uses high-pressure water and vacuum suction to safely expose buried infrastructure. This process allows for fast, clean, and precise excavation without damaging underground utility lines. It's highly effective in various soil conditions, including clay and frozen ground, making it ideal for urban areas with dense infrastructure.
While comparable in cost to traditional digging, hydrovac excavation can often be more cost-effective due to its speed, accuracy, and reduced risk of damage.
From Our Customers
Ground Breaking Service
"We requested a quote through the website for a job that required quick turnaround time. Nick contacted us the same day and with a very fair price. He was also able to fit in and schedule us for the next day. Meeting him and Dan onsite was a pleasure - they were both very knowledgeable in hydrovac excavation. We will definitely use Groundhog again!"
Tom - Burlington
Our Services
We Offer a Range of Services to Meet Your Needs
We provide reliable, efficient, and safety-focused solutions for all of your fiber optic and underground infrastructure needs across Southwestern Ontario.
Daylighting
Utility Pole Holes
Slot Trenching
Service Pits
Trenching
Debris Removal
Our Clients
We believe each client is a long term partnership
