Commercial & Industrial Plumbing Hydrant Installation in Washington, Pennsylvania

We, McVehil Plumbing, completed a commercial water hydrant installation in Washington, PA to support a local company preparing to demolish a building. The project required installing a 2 inch commercial water hydrant and included vault work and plumbing excavation. Our crew focused on providing a reliable, accessible water source for the demolition activities that followed.

Before excavation began, the team reviewed the site layout and identified the location for the hydrant and vault. The work area was established to allow safe access for equipment and to protect nearby structures. Because utilities were present near the work zone, the excavation phase emphasized careful digging around existing lines to avoid damage.

Plumbing excavation work involved exposing the route where the hydrant connection would tie into the on-site water infrastructure. Crews excavated to the required depth for the hydrant and the vault, taking care at every step to maintain safe clearances from underground utilities. When utilities were encountered or closely adjacent, the team adjusted excavation techniques to maintain protection for those lines.

Vault work included preparing and installing the housing that protects the hydrant connection and related plumbing. The vault was positioned to allow easy access for inspection and use during demolition. Components were placed and secured in the vault per standard installation practice so the hydrant would function as needed while remaining protected from site activity.

Once the excavation and vault were in place, the hydrant was set and connected to the water supply. Connections were made with attention to alignment and support to prevent settling or stress on the new piping. After making the plumbing connections, the system was checked for proper flow and to ensure the hydrant operated as intended.

Backfill and compaction followed, restoring the area around the vault and hydrant to a stable condition for the demolition work. The final steps included a visual inspection of the installation and a confirmation that the hydrant was ready for use by the demolishing contractor.

Throughout the project, McVehil worked in Washington, PA to balance timely completion with careful protection of nearby utilities and site features. The 2 inch commercial hydrant and the associated vault and excavation work provided the local company with an on-site water source needed to proceed with their planned demolition.

This installation was performed with attention to safety and site conditions, and the hydrant was left accessible and prepared for the contractor’s needs. If additional modifications or follow-up service are required before or after demolition, McVehil is available to assist with those requests in Washington, PA.

Location: Washington, PA