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Bad online reviews — justified or not — are inevitable, but you have a lot of control over how things play out from there

As much as the use of trenchless methods has grown over the years, contractors still have a significant teaching role to play for those who think of traditional excavation first

This maintenance advice compiled from various articles in the pages of Dig Different covers common pieces of equipment from hydroexcavators to directional drills

Brothers and owners of New York firm find father’s old Vactor truck in a scrap yard

When it comes to online reputation, no one can do as much damage to your company as you can do yourself. Take steps to improve how your business is perceived.

Having difficulty coming up with creative ways to build your business’ brand? Get inspired by the reality web series Canada’s OSY Rentals and Rival Hydrovac have been producing.

Details of an exit plan for your company should be worked out when you open the doors — or even earlier

A tricky HDD job shows how Georgia’s Underground Systems has excelled by taking on difficult work that many companies would avoid

The latest pickup toolboxes are engineered to offer the busy contractor improved functionality and a stylish truck accessory

Aerial photos and videos promote your business by demonstrating the extent of work you do for customers

Canada’s Graham Utility keeps its crews focused on working safely, from the equipment used in the field to regular continuing education courses

Hydroexcavation and directional drilling are among the skills students learn at the Great Lakes Energy Education Center

Documenting proper ways for your crews to provide consistent quality service will save time and headaches in the long run

Business success depends on knowing how to assign the right tasks to the right workers, and then overseeing projects to ensure the customer is happy