Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Utility & Telecom Construction Services in Sioux Falls
Founded in 1996, Dave's Construction has grown from a two-person operation to a team of over 50 dedicated professionals serving the Sioux Falls region. Our expertise in underground utility services spans directional boring, plowing, trenching, and electrical power construction. We prioritize quality workmanship, utilizing advanced technology to deliver efficient solutions for telecom, power distribution, and infrastructure projects. With two decades of experience, we maintain strict safety protocols and certifications to ensure reliable service. Our commitment to customer satisfaction drives every project, from small installations to large-scale utility developments.As part of Jackson Infrastructure, we combine local knowledge with industry-leading resources to serve South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Iowa. Our team specializes in minimizing surface disruption through non-invasive techniques while maintaining precision in traditional methods. We offer comprehensive services including power splicing, substation construction, and electrical grid maintenance. Our reputation for timely project completion and transparent communication has solidified our position as a trusted regional partner. By focusing on innovation and safety, we aim to build lasting relationships with clients across diverse industries.
Services
Directional Boring
Cable Plowing
Trenching Services
Excavating
Power Splicing
Substation Construction
Electrical Grid Maintenance
Underground Installation
Hipot Testing
Utility Line Repair
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized experience in utility construction
- Certified safety protocols for all infrastructure projects
- Fast project completion with minimal surface disruption
- Serving five Midwestern states with local expertise
- Comprehensive telecom and electrical power solutions
Services
Directional Boring
Our directional boring service installs underground utility lines with minimal surface disruption. Using advanced guidance systems, we precisely place power, telecom, and water lines beneath roads, landscapes, and waterways. This method preserves existing infrastructure while ensuring long-term durability for critical utility connections.
Cable Plowing
Cable and duct plowing efficiently installs underground cables using vibrating blade technology. Ideal for rural areas and road ditches, this method maintains soil integrity while achieving consistent burial depths. We specialize in telecom and electrical conduit installations with rapid deployment capabilities.
Power Splicing
Our power splicing service handles cables up to 1000 MCM with 200-600 amp connections. Certified technicians use precision tools to ensure secure, code-compliant electrical joints. We maintain strict safety standards during all splicing operations to guarantee system reliability and worker protection.
Substation Construction
We build and maintain electrical substations that regulate voltage and ensure grid stability. Our services include equipment installation, transformer setup, and safety system integration. Each substation project follows strict engineering specifications for long-term operational efficiency.
Hipot Testing
High potential (Hipot) testing verifies electrical cable integrity through controlled over-voltage application. This critical quality check ensures dielectric strength before system energization. Our testing services prevent future failures in power distribution networks.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We provide utility construction services across South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Iowa with our Sioux Falls-based operations center.
What utility services do you specialize in?
Our core services include directional boring, cable plowing, trenching, power splicing, substation construction, and electrical grid maintenance for telecom and power distribution systems.
Are emergency repair services available?
While we maintain regular business hours, our standard service model focuses on scheduled infrastructure projects rather than emergency response operations.
What safety certifications do your crews hold?
Our teams follow industry-standard safety protocols with regular training programs. We maintain current certifications for all specialized equipment and construction methodologies.
How do you minimize environmental impact?
We prioritize trenchless technologies like directional boring to preserve landscapes and reduce surface disruption during utility installation projects.
