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Fiber Installation & Infrastructure Solutions
At Hidewood Fiber, LLC, we are your one-stop shop for rural fiber optic deployment, delivering end-to-end solutions for broadband expansion projects and fiber maintenance across rural America.
With state-of-the-art equipment and an experienced team, we provide precise, reliable, and efficient services to meet the growing demand for high-speed connectivity in rural areas. We specialize in rural deployments and handle every phase of your underground fiber installation with safety and quality.
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Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Our fleet of advanced Ditch Witch directional drills enables us to perform precise horizontal directional drilling for installing fiber optic conduits and cables under obstacles such as roads, rivers, and driveways.
We minimize surface disruption while ensuring accurate placement of HDPE conduits (1.25” to 2” diameters) at depths up to 4 feet, meeting industry standards for mainline and drop installations. Ideal for rural projects, our HDD services support long-haul fiber deployments and last-mile connectivity with minimal environmental impact.
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Trenching and Plowing
Using high-performance trenchers and vibratory plows manufactured by Vermeer and Ditch Witch allows us to offer trenching and plowing for direct burial of fiber optic cables and microducts in open terrain.
These efficient methods are perfect for rural broadband projects, allowing us to install cables at depths of 36–48 inches while maintaining compliance with 811 utility protocols. Our trenching and plowing services ensure rapid deployment over long and short distances alike, reducing project timelines and costs for clients.
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Excavation
Our Yanmar mini excavators enable precise trenching and excavation for conduit and cable placement in varied soil conditions, from clay to rocky terrain.
We install buried housing assemblies and service entrance conduits with accuracy, adhering to project specifications for burial depths and conduit sizes. This service is critical for subdivision projects ensuring robust infrastructure for fiber optic networks in new developments.
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Vacuum Excavation (Potholing)
Equipped with high quality vacuum excavation machines, we provide potholing services to safely locate and expose existing utilities before drilling or trenching.
This non-destructive method ensures compliance with 811 call-before-you-dig requirements and protects underground infrastructure. Our vacuum excavation services are essential for complex projects requiring precise utility verification, enhancing safety and project efficiency.
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Cable Pulling
We specialize in cable pulling to install fiber optic cables through conduits over long and short distances. Using cable reel trailers and tension-limited winches, we ensure cables are pulled without exceeding maximum rated loads (typically 600 lbs), preserving signal integrity.
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Conduit and Microduct Installation
We install HDPE conduits and microducts (e.g., BM6/5, BM60/1×1.25) to protect fiber optic cables in underground environments. Our equipment, including quad track plows and directional drills, ensures precise placement in trenches or bored paths. This service is vital for future-proofing networks, allowing easy cable upgrades and expansions.
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Site Restoration
Post-installation, we provide comprehensive site restoration to return project areas to as close to their original condition as possible.
Using our mini excavators and support trailers, we backfill trenches, compact soil, and reseed or repave surfaces as needed. This service ensures compliance with local regulations and enhances community relations, making us a preferred partner for municipalities and private developers.
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Do You Have a Rural Fiber Project?
Contact Hidewood Fiber to see how we can help you bring high-speed fiber broadband to your rural community or expansion project.
