Underground Utility Contractor in Kettering, OH

Kettering is a city of an estimated 57,028 residents (2024 Census estimate) on about 19 square miles of land. Its primary county is Montgomery County, and a small part extends into a neighboring county.

Mature neighborhoods and established trees

In mature residential neighborhoods, the lines serving each home have often been in the ground for a long time, and trees have grown up around them. Roots find their way into sewer laterals through joints; water services may have been repaired before; and any trench across the yard has to deal with root zones, walks and established landscaping.

An approach that respects all of that:

Diagnose first

A camera inspection of the lateral or a leak check on the water service shows where the trouble is, so only that point is opened.

Expose gently

Hydro excavation removes soil with water and vacuum, uncovering the line without cutting roots or striking neighboring services.

Repair or replace thoughtfully

A single defect can be repaired through a small opening; a line in poor condition may be replaced, by trench across open lawn or by directional drilling beneath a tree, a walk or a drive.

Restore carefully

Soil is put back and compacted in layers, and turf and beds are restored as agreed.

We also take on larger jobs for businesses, institutions and public owners in Kettering.

OUPS before excavation

Ohio's one-call system is the Ohio Utilities Protection Service (OUPS), under Ohio Revised Code 3781.25 to 3781.38. Ohio law (ORC 3781.28) requires at least two working days of notice, not counting the day of notice, and digging must start within 16 calendar days; the law sets no fixed ticket life.

Kettering and nearby cities

Oakwood, Centerville, Moraine, Bellbrook, Beavercreek and West Carrollton are near Kettering. We serve those cities as well.

If a plumber has inspected the line, send the findings with the address and photos of the yard and trees near the work. We reply with our questions and the approach we recommend.