02 • Underground Utilities

Critical systems.
Built below grade.

We install sanitary sewer, domestic water, fire service, and storm drainage systems in accordance with project plans, specifications, and applicable requirements.

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A yellow fire hydrant and underground connection visible during installation.
Underground utilitiesHydrant installation
Virginia Class A · Highway/Heavy (H/H)VDOT PrequalifiedSWaM Small / Micro / Woman-OwnedSBA WOSBWBE

Utility capabilities

From trench to restoration.

Underground work demands attention to line, grade, material, trench conditions, other utilities, testing, and the construction sequence around it. Our team stays engaged with the responsible project partners throughout installation.

01

Sanitary sewer

02

Domestic water

03

Fire service systems, FDCs & hydrants

04

Storm drainage, piping & structures

05

Trench excavation

06

Bedding & backfill

07

Testing & inspection coordination

08

Surface restoration

Installation sequence

Coordinated from layout through closeout.

01

Prepare

Review utility plans, existing information, access, material needs, sequencing, and required coordination.

02

Install

Excavate, prepare bedding, install the contracted system, and complete backfill in line with project requirements.

03

Coordinate

Support required inspections and testing with the responsible providers before restoration and closeout.

A fire department connection with a red FDC sign beside a curb and grassed area.
Underground utilitiesFire service connections

Project partners

A utility subcontractor that understands the whole site.

We support general contractors, developers, municipal and government teams, and facility owners managing commercial and civil projects in Hampton Roads.

Culbertson provides construction installation—not engineering design. Work is performed to the contracted plans and specifications, with testing, inspections, and design questions coordinated through the responsible project professionals.

From the field

What goes beneath the surface.

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