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Welcome to the Arctic Backhoe Services Ltd blog! Here we share tips on septic tanks, hydrovac services, and contaminated soil excavation. Read the following blog articles to learn more about each service and how to choose the best contractor for the job on your property. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule services, please call Artic Backhoe Services today.
How Our Snow Removal Fleet Handles Large Snowfalls
If you live in territories where snowfalls are at their extreme, you understand the importance of snow removal to go ahead with your daily work. Snow covered roads and walkways can make travelling very difficult and in some cases, people aren’t able to move out of...
Bio-Remediation 101 & Why Your Business Needs It
The ever-growing industrial and agricultural activities continue to push development around the world; however they often come at the cost of environmental degradation. Without careful planning, toxic spills and chemicals can damage the land surrounding your property...
How to Save the Yukon with Environmental Impact Assessments
The Earth is facing a lot of environmental problems due to global warming and the exploitation of our planet has gone up at an alarming rate over the last few decades. Yukon’s average temperature has increased by two degrees Celsius and the winter temperature has...
The Benefits of Hydrovac Excavation
Hydrovac excavation is the perfect solution when you need to dig in an area but are worried about underground pipes and utility lines, and about disrupting the surrounding environment. Yukon hydrovac services from an excavating contractor such as Arctic Backhoe...
The Pros and Cons of Septic and Sewer Systems in Whitehorse
If you're in the market for a home or if you're perhaps considering building your own home, then you may have the option of choosing between a sewer system and a septic system. In Whitehorse, Yukon, a septic system installed by the team at Arctic Backhoe Services Ltd....
Common Environmental Spills on Whitehorse Sites
No matter how you cut it, spills are bad news. Environmental spills can cause massive damage to your property, can delay construction, and are often serious health hazards. There really is no good news when it comes to environmental spills, but there are steps that...
Why You Need to Remove Contaminated Soil in the Yukon
Soil contamination, which is typically the result of human activity, is not something to be taken lightly. Contaminants can be introduced into the soil by a variety of different means, such as through waste disposal, motor vehicle accidents, oil spills, and industrial...
Record Snowfall Means Record Snow Removal for Whitehorse
We’re lucky in Whitehorse. We live in a beautiful city with stunning landscapes and plentiful natural resources. Yet, despite our location, our weather is mild compared to other northern cities and according to the Guinness Book of Records—our city has the lowest...
How to Choose the Best Septic Tank for Your Whitehorse Property
Septic installation in Whitehorse, Yukon is not a one-size- or one-technique-fits-all sort of deal. Every property is unique in regard to its size, water use, soil consistency, groundwater table, and other factors which can influence the size and design of a septic...