
Trenching Services

Trenching Services
Our trenching services ensure safe and efficient installation of electrical lines. We dig precise trenches to meet your project requirements.
Why Choose REC Electric for Trenching?
At REC Electric, trenching is more than just digging a line in the ground. Proper trenching protects your electrical system, prevents future issues, and ensures your installation meets code requirements from the start.
We handle the entire process — from planning and excavation to conduit placement and electrical installation — so you don't have to coordinate multiple contractors.
What You Can Expect
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Clean, professional work
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Proper trench depth and code compliance
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Minimal disruption to your property
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Residential & commercial trenching
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Safe underground electrical installation
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Experienced, licensed electricians
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Service across Minnesota & Western Wisconsin
Our Trenching Services
Underground Electrical Service Installation
Need power brought to a new structure or area of your property? We install underground electrical lines for:
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Detached garages
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Pole barns
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Workshops
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New home construction
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Home additions
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Outdoor living spaces
Generator & Backup Power Trenching
Installing a standby generator often requires underground electrical and gas line routing. We provide trenching solutions that help keep your backup power system clean, protected, and reliable.
Outdoor Lighting & Landscape Power
Power your outdoor spaces safely with underground wiring for:
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Landscape lighting
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Pathway lights
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Patio & deck lighting
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Pool equipment
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Hot tubs
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Outdoor kitchens
Commercial Trenching Services
REC Electric also provides trenching for commercial properties and job sites, including:
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Parking lot lighting
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Underground conduit runs
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Electrical service upgrades
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Site power installation
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New construction projects
The REC Electric Process
1. Site Evaluation
We assess your property, project goals, and utility layout to determine the safest and most efficient trenching route.
2. Utility Coordination
Before excavation begins, we coordinate utility locating to help avoid underground hazards and ensure safe digging practices.
3. Professional Trenching & Installation
Our team carefully excavates the trench, installs conduit and wiring as needed, and ensures all work meets local electrical codes.
4. Clean Finish
We take pride in leaving your property looking as clean and professional as possible after the job is complete.
Why Underground Electrical?
Underground electrical systems provide:
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A cleaner appearance
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Better protection from the weather
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Reduced risk of overhead line damage
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Increased property value
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Long-term reliability
Service Areas
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Minneapolis, MN
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Saint Paul, MN
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Woodbury, MN
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Maplewood, MN
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Oakdale, MN
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Stillwater, MN
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Cottage Grove, MN
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White Bear Lake, MN
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Forest Lake, MN
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Blaine, MN
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Coon Rapids, MN
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Fridley, MN
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Shoreview, MN
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Roseville, MN
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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Hudson, WI
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River Falls, WI
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New Richmond, WI
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Somerset, WI
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Baldwin, WI
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Roberts, WI
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Hammond, WI
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Prescott, WI
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Ellsworth, WI
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Spring Valley, WI
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Durand, WI
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Amery, WI
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Clear Lake, WI
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Osceola, WI
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Star Prairie, WI
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Woodville, WI
And many more!
Services
REC Electric provides reliable residential and light commercial electrical services across the Twin Cities and western Wisconsin. Their work covers everything from new installations to troubleshooting and upgrades, with a focus on quality craftsmanship and getting the job done right the first time.
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Residential
Experienced in residential projects, REC covers all aspects of your home's electrical system. Construction, new installations, troubleshooting, repair, EV charging installations, lighting, panels, services, and more.

Commercial
Our expertise includes electrical installations, wiring, lighting, troubleshooting, repair, and more energy-efficient solutions tailored to meet the unique requirements of commercial spaces for your business and office.

Industrial
We understand the complex electrical needs of industrial facilities. Our team is equipped to handle a wide range of industrial electrical services, including equipment installation, maintenance, control, and troubleshooting, to keep your operations running smoothly.
