If the question was "can a hydrovac do it", the answer is "Yes". However, since you wish to compare alternatives based on cost, I offer the following comments.
Short answer: Unless there are challenging circumstances (limited access to proposed dig site, existing buried utilities, landscaped property), hydrovac would likely cost more than traditional mechanical excavation methods.
Longer answer: The cost to excavate a house foundation by hydrovac will depend on:
1) Soil conditions
2) Volume to be excavated
3) Rate of production per load (for the particular hydrovac used)
4) Time per load
5) Time to dispose of material
6) Cost of disposal per load
7) Hourly rental rate of the hydrovac
There are many hydrovacs available in the market, however not all hydrovacs deliver the same rate of production (nor do they cost the same).
Also, you could save on restoration costs (compared to traditional means) if the work were to be done at an already developed property. Hydrovacs can work at distances greater than 450' from an excavation site, thereby minimizing the footprint left on existing property.
Yes, words ending in "ion" are almost always nouns. The noun excavation is a singular, common noun, a word for the act of excavating or the site of excavation, a thing.
The noun forms of the verb to excavate are excavator, excavation, and the gerund, excavating.
of course the person who is excavating it or some worker
In civil engineering, excavation is a process whereby rock or soil material is removed from the ground usually forming a void or hole.
Oversite excavation refers to the process of excavating and preparing the ground for construction by removing soil, rocks, or other materials to create a level surface. It is an essential step to ensure a strong foundation for the building.
Excavation to correct unsuitable sub-grades and embankment foundations and disposal of the excavated material. This defines the quantity of soil to be removed (organic, muck) and replaced.
excavation work and digging foundations, including digging and loading. Contractors in this industry may also perform incidental concrete work.
As a noun, "excavate" refers to the act of digging or making a hole in the ground to uncover archaeological artifacts or remnants of the past. It can also refer to a site where excavation work is being carried out.
Properly identify and mark underground utilities before excavating. Use safe digging practices, such as hand digging or hydro excavation. Ensure all workers have appropriate training and follow safety protocols. Monitor the excavation site for any signs of potential hazards, such as cave-ins or gas leaks.
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In "Jurassic Park," Dr. Alan Grant is excavating a Velociraptor in Montana. This small, agile dinosaur is known for its intelligence and hunting prowess. The excavation scene highlights the scientific efforts to understand these prehistoric creatures before the events of the park unfold.
Formation level excavation is the process of removing material from a construction site to reach the desired level or grade required for the foundation of a building or structure. This type of excavation ensures that the ground surface is properly prepared and leveled before further construction work can take place. It involves excavating and leveling the area to the specific depth and grade as per the construction plans and engineering requirements.