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Hydrovac Excavation
Established in 1998, O’Brien Bros. is a trusted name in hydrovac and hand-excavation for power utility work across British Columbia. Based in Langley, we specialize in precise, non-invasive pole hole excavation—combining experience, safety, and reliability on every job.
A Comprehensive Set of Services
We provide a complete range of excavation services, including pole hole digging, trenching, and site prep. Our experienced team ensures every job is handled safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard—serving residential, commercial, and utility clients.
Trusted Since 1998
Founded by one man with a shovel, we began with hand digging pole holes across the Lower Mainland. In 2001, we added our first hydrovac truck and continued to grow. As client needs evolved, so did we—adding complementary services to meet industry demand.
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At O’Brien Bros, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance are at the core of everything we do. We continually maintain—and exceed—industry standards to deliver outstanding services you can trust.
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Have a project in mind? We offer timely, reliable excavation services—delivered by professionals who care about getting it right.
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From One Shovel to BC’s Trusted Excavation Team
O’Brien Bros began in 1998 with a shovel and a vision. From those early days hand-digging pole holes across the Lower Mainland, we’ve grown into one of BC’s most dependable excavation teams. Today, with specialized Hydrovac units and expanded services, we serve clients province-wide—rooted in quality, safety, and experience.
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Delivering Safe & Reliable Excavation Across BC
At O’Brien Bros, we’re committed to safety, precision, and reliability. We serve BC’s excavation needs with advanced equipment, skilled crews, and a deep understanding of the utility industry. Our focus is simple: earn trust through consistent results, job after job.
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“Great quality of service & delivered on time”
We needed Hydrovac services on short notice, and O’Brien Bros delivered beyond expectations. Efficient, safe, and highly skilled crew!
“A true team of expert contractors”
O’Brien Bros has been our go-to for utility pole excavation for years. Their team is always on time, professional, and gets the job done right the first time.
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“A great team that never underdelivers”
From start to finish, working with O’Brien Bros was smooth and stress-free. Their attention to detail and knowledge of the industry really stood out.
