Stormwater Management Practices at EPA Facilities

Green development is a high priority in society today, therefore, having low impact development (LID) practices allow natural cycles within the earth’s soil. Constructed wetlands, vegetated filter strips, and green roofs are just a few ways to result in a reduction of societal impacts and pollution. Continue reading to learn more about all of the…

How To Be Prepared For Construction Hazards This Spring

Spring is finally here and with it comes an abundance of exciting construction projects. However, the season also brings potential hazards that workers must be prepared to face like rain, wind, and fluctuating temperatures that can create dangerous conditions on the job site. Continue reading to learn about the proactive steps you can take to…

6 Common Working Hazards While Operating An Excavator

To ensure a safe working environment and avoid accidents, it’s important to understand the most common hazards associated with excavators and how to avoid them. From crushing and entanglement hazards to hazardous materials exposure, excavations can be dangerous to both the operator and anyone nearby. Continue reading to learn how to minimize the risks and keep…

7 Reasons to Hire Professional Excavation Contractors

Hiring a professional contractor for excavation projects is an important decision that should not be taken lightly. Professional contractors are experienced and knowledgeable in the excavation process, ensuring the job is done accurately and safely. Here are 7 reasons why you should hire a professional excavation contractor.  When it comes to excavation projects, there are…

MCON Underground Wishes You Happy Holidays

From our family to yours, we would like to wish you all a Happy Holidays! We hope everyone enjoys their time with loved ones this year and that the holidays exceed expectations. This year has flown by and we truly cannot believe Christmas is almost here along with the New Year. It has been a…

Tips for Excavation and Digging During the Winter

As an underground and utility company, we are extra careful when working in cold weather. There are safety precautions and special equipment needed. Keep reading to find out what those are and which ones to use for successful digging in the winter.  Most construction companies prefer to operate during the spring or summer, but working…

Wishing You a Wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! We hope you all eat to your heart’s content, because we know we are fully prepared to celebrate the holiday to its fullest. It is the season for giving thanks, and we take this time to be thankful for everything life has to offer and hope you will…

The Pros and Cons of Vacuum Excavators

Vacuum excavation is important for underground work.  If you need vac excavation for projects of any size, contact us or click here for more information. The machines we use are specifically selected for individual job sites as there can be some pros and cons to using vac excavators. Learn more by continuing to read this…

Safety At Work Needs To Be A Continual Improvement Excercise

Safety At Work Needs To Be A Continual Improvement Excercise

Maintaining workplace safety is critical, especially in the underground construction field. Making sure that companies are being mindful of possible cautions is only one way to ensure safety. For more information on improvements that could be made and why they need to be, continue reading. Avoiding workplace injuries is something that every good employer needs…