Always Underground Inc

Always Underground Inc

20603 Burl Court, 20603 Burl Ct, Joliet, 60433, US

Building Trust with Quality Work
Respected for our integrity, Gold Shovel Standard certified for safety
About Us
AUI is a full service Woman Owned Business, design build utility construction company specializing in wireless /wireline, aerial and underground projects. With over 60 years of experience AUI has been providing 24/7 emergency response to the most challenging of projects. Our design, build, turn-up and test teams are well positioned throughout Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Kentucky and eastern Missouri to be able to assist now. Our emergency response crews have mobilized to support storm damage and other natural disasters for decades. Please see our Services tab and check out our capabilities
Working Together
We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication, budgeting, staffing, on-site organization, and solid, quality construction every time. Our relationships with over 80 jurisdictions in the Midwest provide our clients peace of mind their projects will be completed on time and on budget.
Why Choose Us?
We work with all stake holders to bring quality, infrastructure Projects to life. Call us today and bring our project management skills and extensive construction experience to your next project.

Services
Construction

Always Underground Inc. provides a wide range of construction services, including horizontal directional drilling, excavation, conventional trenching, open trench excavation, hand trench labor, auguring, water and sewer line excavation, joint trench design and cable placement, micro trenching, manhole placement and duct banks, concrete coring, concrete footings, concrete and asphalt cutting and repair, aerial construction for telecommunications, small cell site construction, macro tower AC/DC power and hut construction, macro tower radio/antenna placements, PIM testing, RF testing, storm damage emergency response, service drop installations, fiber optic cable placement, splicing & terminations, testing, wall-mount and freestanding cabinet and rack installations, private utility locating, project management, CAD drafting and permitting services, onsite field surveys, identification of existing utilities via personal walkout, drafting/detailing, scaled CAD drawings, permitting services for public utility companies, and CAD drawings for private utility work.

Horizontal Directional Drilling ( HDD )

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a trenchless method of installing underground utilities, such as pipelines and cables. It is a highly efficient and cost-effective method that minimizes disruption to the surrounding environment.

Excavation

Excavation is the process of removing earth or rock to create a space for a new structure or utility. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any excavation project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Conventional Trenching ( Vibratory Plow )

Conventional trenching is a traditional method of installing underground utilities. It involves digging a trench with a vibratory plow or other excavation equipment. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any conventional trenching project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Open Trench Excavation

Open trench excavation is a type of excavation that involves digging a trench that is open to the air. This method is often used for installing underground utilities in areas where there is no existing infrastructure.

Hand Trench Labor

Hand trench labor is a type of excavation that involves digging a trench by hand. This method is often used for installing underground utilities in areas where there is limited space or where heavy equipment cannot be used.

Auguring

Auguring is a method of drilling holes in the ground using a specialized drill bit. This method is often used for installing underground utilities, such as pipelines and cables.

Water and Sewer line excavation

Water and sewer line excavation is a type of excavation that involves digging a trench to install or repair water and sewer lines. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any water and sewer line excavation project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Joint Trench Design and Cable Placement

Joint trench design is a method of installing multiple underground utilities in a single trench. This method can save time and money by reducing the amount of excavation required.

Micro Trenching

Micro trenching is a method of installing underground utilities in a narrow trench. This method is often used for installing fiber optic cables and other small utilities.

Manhole placement and duct banks

Manhole placement and duct banks are essential components of underground utility infrastructure. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any manhole placement and duct bank project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Concrete Coring

Concrete coring is a method of drilling holes in concrete using a specialized drill bit. This method is often used for installing underground utilities, such as pipelines and cables.

Concrete Footings

Concrete footings are the foundation of a structure. They are designed to support the weight of the structure and distribute it evenly over the soil.

Concrete and Asphalt cutting and repair

Concrete and asphalt cutting and repair are essential services for maintaining and repairing infrastructure. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any concrete and asphalt cutting and repair project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Aerial Construction for Telecommunications

Aerial construction for telecommunications involves installing and maintaining telecommunications equipment on towers and poles. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any aerial construction project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Small Cell site construction

Small cell site construction is a type of telecommunications construction that involves installing and maintaining small cell towers. These towers are typically used to improve cellular coverage in urban areas.

Macro Tower AC/DC power and Hut construction

Macro tower AC/DC power and hut construction are essential components of telecommunications infrastructure. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any macro tower AC/DC power and hut construction project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Macro Tower radio/ antenna placements

Macro tower radio/antenna placements are essential components of telecommunications infrastructure. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any macro tower radio/antenna placement project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

PIM testing

PIM testing is a type of telecommunications testing that is used to identify and measure passive intermodulation (PIM). PIM is a type of interference that can degrade the performance of wireless networks.

RF testing

RF testing is a type of telecommunications testing that is used to measure the performance of radio frequency (RF) equipment. This testing is essential for ensuring that wireless networks are operating properly.

Storm Damage Emergency Response

Storm damage emergency response is a critical service for businesses and homeowners. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any storm damage emergency response project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Service Drop Installations

Service drop installations are a type of telecommunications installation that involves connecting a customer's premises to the telecommunications network. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any service drop installation project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Fiber Optic Cable ( FOC )

Fiber optic cable (FOC) is a type of cable that transmits data using light pulses. It is a highly efficient and reliable method of transmitting data over long distances.

Fiber Optic Cable ( FOC ) Placement

Fiber optic cable (FOC) placement is the process of installing fiber optic cable in the ground or on poles. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any fiber optic cable placement project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Splicing & Terminations

Splicing and terminations are essential processes for connecting fiber optic cables. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any splicing and termination project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Testing

Testing is an essential part of any telecommunications project. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any testing project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Wall-mount and freestanding cabinet and rack installations

Wall-mount and freestanding cabinet and rack installations are essential components of telecommunications infrastructure. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and equipment to handle any wall-mount and freestanding cabinet and rack installation project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Private Utility Locating

Private utility locating is a service that helps to identify the location of underground utilities. This service is essential for preventing damage to utilities during excavation projects.

Project Management

Project management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling resources to achieve a specific goal. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to manage any telecommunications project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

CAD Drafting and Permitting Services

CAD drafting and permitting services are essential for obtaining permits for telecommunications projects. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to provide CAD drafting and permitting services for any telecommunications project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Onsite Field Surveys

Onsite field surveys are an essential part of any telecommunications project. They help to identify the location of existing utilities and other infrastructure.

Identification of existing utilities via personal walkout

Identification of existing utilities via personal walkout is a method of identifying the location of underground utilities by physically walking the site and looking for signs of utilities.

Drafting / Detailing

Drafting and detailing are essential processes for creating plans and specifications for telecommunications projects. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to provide drafting and detailing services for any telecommunications project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Scaled CAD Drawings

Scaled CAD drawings are essential for planning and constructing telecommunications projects. They provide a detailed representation of the project site and the location of all utilities and other infrastructure.

Permitting services for public utility companies

Permitting services for public utility companies are essential for obtaining permits for telecommunications projects. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to provide permitting services for any telecommunications project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

CAD drawings for private utility work

CAD drawings for private utility work are essential for planning and constructing private utility projects. They provide a detailed representation of the project site and the location of all utilities and other infrastructure.

Residential

Always Underground Inc. provides a wide range of telecommunications services for residential customers, including fiber optic cable installation, service drop installations, and private utility locating.

Commercial

Always Underground Inc. provides a wide range of telecommunications services for commercial customers, including fiber optic cable installation, service drop installations, and private utility locating.

AutoCAD

AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) software program that is used to create drawings and plans for telecommunications projects. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to use AutoCAD to create drawings and plans for any telecommunications project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

Utility Permitting

Utility permitting is the process of obtaining permits for telecommunications projects. Always Underground Inc. has the experience and expertise to handle any utility permitting project, from small residential projects to large commercial projects.

County

Always Underground Inc. provides telecommunications services in a variety of counties, including Cook County, DuPage County, Will County, and Kane County.

Municipalities

Always Underground Inc. provides telecommunications services in a variety of municipalities, including Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, and Naperville.

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)

Always Underground Inc. is a certified contractor with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). This certification allows us to work on telecommunications projects that are located on state highways and roads.

Illinois Tollway

Always Underground Inc. is a certified contractor with the Illinois Tollway. This certification allows us to work on telecommunications projects that are located on tollways.

INDOT

Always Underground Inc. is a certified contractor with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). This certification allows us to work on telecommunications projects that are located on state highways and roads in Indiana.

WISDOT

Always Underground Inc. is a certified contractor with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WISDOT). This certification allows us to work on telecommunications projects that are located on state highways and roads in Wisconsin.

MODOT

Always Underground Inc. is a certified contractor with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT). This certification allows us to work on telecommunications projects that are located on state highways and roads in Missouri.

Commitment, Quality , Safe

Always Underground Inc. is committed to providing quality and safe telecommunications services. We are a Gold Shovel Standard certified company, which means that we have met the highest standards for safety and quality in the industry. We also have an EMR rate of .74, which is a measure of our safety performance. This means that we are a safe and reliable company to work with.

80% self performed work with an EMR rate of .74

Always Underground Inc. performs 80% of our work in-house. This allows us to maintain a high level of quality control and ensure that our projects are completed on time and on budget. We also have an EMR rate of .74, which is a measure of our safety performance. This means that we are a safe and reliable company to work with.

AUI also believes in diversity and works with trusted subcontractors, we keep them accountable throughout the entire build

Always Underground Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion. We work with a variety of trusted subcontractors to ensure that our projects are completed on time and on budget. We also hold our subcontractors accountable for their work, ensuring that they meet our high standards for quality and safety.

From sequence to production and quality control, we stay focused on the goal.

Always Underground Inc. is committed to providing quality telecommunications services. We have a strong focus on quality control and ensure that our projects are completed on time and on budget. We also have a strong commitment to safety and ensure that our employees and subcontractors are working in a safe environment.

Why Us?
Respected for our integrity

Always Underground Inc. is a company that is respected for its integrity. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality of service and always strive to do what is right.

Gold Shovel Standard certified for safety

Always Underground Inc. is a Gold Shovel Standard certified company. This means that we have met the highest standards for safety and quality in the industry.

Woman Owned Business

Always Underground Inc. is a woman-owned business. We are proud to be a part of the growing number of women-owned businesses in the United States.

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