Vacuum excavation is a non-destructive way of daylighting utilities, and a vacuum truck can be even more effective in winter than in other seasons provided users follow a few simple steps.
Winterize equipment
Whether you own an air-vac truck or a hydrovac truck, you have to prepare it for cold-temperature operation.Check your machine’s instruction manual for specific recommendations. It will probably include the following:Switch over to winter tires
Start using a heavier oil designed for colder temperatures
Change over to a hydraulic fluid that is designed for winter operation
Top off the windshield wiper fluid tank
Check the battery and clean it and related components
Check filters
Vacuum Truck Best Practices for the Winter Season
Feb 26, 2026
| by Association of Equipment Manufacturers |

















