5 Benefits of Hiring a Vacuum Excavator on Your Next Project
Introduction
Whether you’re digging around live services, tree roots, or fragile infrastructure, traditional excavation methods can be risky. That’s why more contractors and developers across the North East are turning to Vacuum Excavators — also known as Vac-Ex.
At L&G Utilities, we offer Vacuum Excavator hire across the region, helping you dig safely, efficiently, and with precision.
1. Minimise Damage to Underground Services
Vac-Ex uses high-powered suction to remove soil, rather than relying on mechanical digging. This reduces the risk of striking cables, gas lines, or water pipes — preventing costly and dangerous incidents.
2. Increased Safety On-Site
Vac-Ex dramatically reduces manual digging and the need for operatives to enter deep trenches. This lowers health & safety risks, especially around unstable ground or congested services.
3. Faster Excavation
Vacuum excavation is often quicker than hand digging, especially in tight urban environments. Projects get completed faster — meaning less downtime and reduced overall costs.
4. Cleaner & More Controlled Digging
Vac-Ex units collect displaced material into onboard tanks, keeping the site cleaner and reducing mess and environmental disruption. Ideal for urban, residential, or sensitive locations.
5. Versatile for Any Sector
Vacuum excavators are suitable for:
Utility & infrastructure works
Tree root and archaeology protection
Roadworks and civil engineering
Emergency gas or water repairs
Hire Vac-Ex from Trusted Specialists
Our fleet of Vac-Ex equipment is available to hire with or without operators. Serving contractors across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, York and beyond.
Interested in safer excavation?
to arrange your Vac-Ex hire in the North East.