<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Team MTX]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hydro-Vac Excavation, Directional Drilling, Utility Installation, Land Management & Excavation Services.]]></description><link>https://www.teammtx.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:09:23 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.mtxutility.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Dig Safe in Utah: What You Need to Know Before Excavating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Excavation work might look as simple as digging a hole, but in reality, there’s a lot beneath the surface you can’t see. From gas lines to water mains, fiber-optic cables to electrical conduits,  Utah’s underground infrastructure is complex and dangerous to disturb.



That’s why digging safely isn’t optional, it’s the law. Whether you’re a homeowner putting in a fence post or a contractor breaking ground for a new building, you’re required to follow Utah’s “Call Before You Dig” laws.]]></description><link>https://www.mtxutility.com/post/dig-safe-in-utah-what-you-need-to-know-before-excavating</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d805c18febcff6405ec5d5</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:45:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83f1cc_cdbe8f0dba5f4b5ba023bdab76b9521d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_250,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team MTX</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Excavation Contractor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Excavation is one of the first and most important steps in any construction project. Whether you’re preparing land for a new home, trenching for utilities, or building a commercial site, the quality of excavation work will determine the success of everything that follows.

But not all excavation contractors are the same. Choosing the wrong one can lead to costly mistakes, unsafe conditions, and delays. Before you sign a contract, it’s critical to ask the right questions — and know what answers t]]></description><link>https://www.mtxutility.com/post/questions-to-ask-before-hiring-an-excavation-contractor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d804ff8e7f7d476654fe5d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:41:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83f1cc_f3ee4e8d587b4bbb83c15b48c1191b93~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_250,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team MTX</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hydro-Vac vs. Traditional Excavation: Which is Right for You?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Excavation is the foundation of nearly every construction project. From installing utilities to building homes, preparing sites, and creating proper drainage. But not all excavation is done the same way. Today, property owners and contractors often face a choice: hydro-vac excavation or traditional excavation.]]></description><link>https://www.mtxutility.com/post/hydro-vac-vs-traditional-excavation-which-is-right-for-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d78c64ef091a1617dd8f2d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:37:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83f1cc_c4ab8f07a9224e64b868dcb4e97bf22f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_250,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team MTX</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erosion Control &#38; Land Management 101]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erosion may not sound like a big deal, but left unchecked, it can damage property, wash away valuable soil, and even threaten buildings, roads, and utilities. In a state like Utah — with its mix of desert soils, steep slopes, and sudden storms — understanding erosion control isn’t just useful, it’s essential.]]></description><link>https://www.mtxutility.com/post/erosion-control-land-management-101</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d72b40ef091a1617dcb8ac</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 06:50:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83f1cc_9ab6214e588a4267ab9b89f3e6a6b658~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_250,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team MTX</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>