Dump truck transportation services are commonly hired by the average consumer, but they are perhaps most valuable to commercial or business customers. The truth is, there is a wide range of different types of companies that rely on dump trucks on a regular basis. Here is a look at some of the types of companies that are commonly in need of contracted dump truck services to complete certain tasks and projects. 

Public Water Companies 

During the installation of water lines or the replacement of old plumbing and sewer pipes, employees use heavy equipment to dig up the ground surrounding residential properties. During this process, they also often have to dig up places that are coated with gravel like residential driveways. When the pipes are installed and the job is done, the water company has to put properties back into the condition they were in before they started working. Therefore, they often need loads of topsoil and gravel brought in by dump trucks. 

Highway Construction Companies 

When a highway or roadway is under construction, there can be several types of materials that must be brought into the construction sites, such as gravel or sand. It is not uncommon for a highway construction company to contract several dump trucks for a specific project and rely on their services for the duration of the project or until the highway has been completed. These companies often hire an entire fleet of trucks. 

Mining Companies 

Mining companies rely on dump trucks for everything from carrying mined materials to moving dirt. While most mining companies have their own dump trucks, there can be situations when they need a bit of additional assistance with a vehicle that offers a dump bed. For example, if a mining operation speeds up production temporarily to finish a project quickly, they may need more trucks to carry away loads of mined materials. 

Landscape Companies 

Landscaping companies frequently need large loads of materials hauled to or from a work site to complete certain tasks for clients and customers. A dump truck service may be needed if the landscaping company is: 

• installing new mulch around landscaped areas
• cleaning up storm debris after a wind storm 
• hauling away topsoil or bringing in topsoil 
• removing branches after a tree removal project 

Landscapers may also need a dump truck for transport if they are in the process of installing something like sod, which is often shipped in large loads.