Professional Trenching Services for Secure Cable Laying
Whether you’re a homeowner planning to enhance your property’s connectivity or a business looking to expand its infrastructure, Valley Nerds offers comprehensive trenching services to meet your needs. Trenching is vital for securely laying down various types of cables, including fiber optic, electrical, low voltage, and data cables like Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat7. Our expertise ensures that the job is done efficiently and safely, minimizing disruption to your property while maximizing the performance of your installed cables. With our professional team handling the excavation, you can rest assured that your cables will be buried at the correct depth, protected from external damages, and organized for easy maintenance.
Commercial Trenching for Power and Communication
For commercial clients, Valley Nerds is your expert partner in installing vital infrastructure for power and communication networks. Specializing in deeper and more complex trenching for conduit systems, we provide robust solutions for power lines and fiber optic cables essential for high-speed communications. Whether it’s expanding a corporate campus, upgrading urban electrical grids, or setting up state-of-the-art telecommunication systems, our services ensure that every conduit is precisely placed to facilitate optimal function and safety. Our team is equipped to handle the demanding conditions of commercial trenching, ensuring minimal impact on your daily operations and surrounding environments, with a focus on meeting stringent industry standards and regulations.
List of Service Areas
Valley Nerds offers many on-site services including technical support throughout Renfrew County and the Ottawa Valley. If your location isn't listed below but you're close to one of these locations, please contact us as it's possible we can still solve your technical issues. Additional travel charges may apply to customers located outside a 50km radius of Beachburg.
- Admaston/Bromley
- Alleyn-et-Cawood
- Almonte
- Arnprior
- Bancroft
- Barry's Bay
- Beachburg
- Bonnechere
- Bonnechere Valley
- Bristol
- Brudenell
- Bryson
- Campbell's Bay
- Chalk River
- Clarendon
- Cobden
- Carleton Place
- Calabogie
- Clarendon
- Chichester
- Dacre
- Deep River
- Eganville
- Foymount
- Golden Lake
- Hayley Station
- Horton Township
- Ile-du-Grand-Calumet
- Killaloe
- L'lsle-aux-Allumettes
- Laurentian Hills
- Laurentian Valley
- Lake Dore
- Litchfield
- Madawaska
- Mansfield-et-Pontefract
- McNab/Braeside
- Mississippi Mills
- MRC Pontiac
- North Agona Wilberforce
- Ottawa
- Otter Lake
- Pakenham
- Pembroke
- Perth
- Petawawa
- Quyon
- Rankin
- Renfrew
- Sharbot Lake
- Shawville
- Sheenboro
- Smith Falls
- Rapides-des-Joachims
- Thorne
- Waltham
- Westmeath
- White Lake
- Whitewater Region
- Wilno
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the most common questions we get asked about underground trenching. If you still can't find the answer your looking for, please contact us below.
We cover everything from simple residential cable laying to complex commercial trenching for data and power. Whether it’s setting up new fiber optic lines in your backyard or installing major power conduits for an office park, we’ve got the tools and know-how to get it done right.
It depends on what we’re burying. Power cables usually go deeper than communication cables to meet safety standards—typically around 24 inches for power and 18 inches for things like fiber optics. We always follow local codes to the letter to make sure everything’s up to snuff.
Absolutely! Installing fiber optics is a big part of what we do. We make sure those cables are snug in their conduits and protected from any harm, ensuring you get the fastest and most reliable connection possible.
Safety first, always. We check out the site thoroughly before we start, marking any existing underground utilities and making sure we know what we’re dealing with. Our crew is trained to handle the equipment safely and efficiently, keeping the work area secure to protect both them and anyone else nearby.
We’re pretty neat when it comes to digging. We plan our trenches to avoid major disruptions and put everything back the way we found it, as much as possible. Our goal is to get in, get the job done, and leave your property looking good.
Nope, that’s something we can handle for you. We know what’s required locally and we’ll make sure all the paperwork is squared away before we start digging. This helps avoid any delays and gets your project moving smoothly.
Once they’re down there, buried cables don’t need much attention. It’s a good idea to check on them occasionally, especially after any major ground shifts or construction work nearby. If you suspect any issues, we’re here to help inspect and fix anything that needs attention.
Project length varies—a simple fiber line in a small yard could be done in a day, while larger commercial jobs might take longer. We’ll give you a clear timeline before we start so you know what to expect. We aim to be as quick and efficient as possible without rushing through the important details.
It’s not necessary for you to be home while we do the digging, but we do like to have someone available by phone in case any quick decisions or approvals are needed. We’ll coordinate with you beforehand to ensure we have all the permissions and access we need to proceed smoothly without your physical presence.
We take great care to avoid this by checking with utility companies and using locating equipment before we start. If an unexpected utility line is encountered, we stop work immediately and follow the necessary protocols to handle the situation safely and inform the appropriate utility services.
We understand the value of your landscaping, which is why we plan our trench routes carefully and use techniques that minimize damage. We’re experienced in restoring the area post-trenching, and we aim to leave your landscape in good condition, although some disruption is inevitable.
Directional drilling is a method of underground drilling that doesn’t require open trenches and can be used to install pipes and cables under obstacles like roads or rivers. It’s less disruptive than traditional trenching because it doesn’t require digging up large sections of ground. This method is perfect for urban areas or sensitive landscapes where minimal surface disturbance is a priority.
Environmental protection is a key concern for us. Trenching can impact the surrounding ecosystem, especially in sensitive areas. We adhere to environmental regulations and best practices to minimize any negative effects. This includes controlling sediment, managing runoff, and ensuring that the local flora and fauna are disturbed as little as possible during the process.
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Hours of Operation
Monday - 9am to 6pm
Tuesday - 9am to 6pm
Wednesday - 9am to 6pm
Thursday - 9am to 6pm
Friday - 9am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.