Many construction sites have to worry about surface and groundwater, which can be hazardous for workers and damaging to equipment. Removing the water from your job site is often necessary, which can be done through dewatering. This process is typically one of the first steps in preparing a construction site for work.

You can use many different dewatering methods to remove water from a specific location, including sump pumps, wellpoints, eductor wells and deep wells. The method you choose will depend on various factors and the type of water you need to remove. Learn more about the dewatering process, the four different methods, the benefits and the equipment you may need to complete the process.

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• What Is Dewatering on a Construction Project Site?
• What Are the Four Methods of Dewatering?
• Factors to Consider When Choosing a Dewatering Method
• Requirements for Dewatering
• Benefits of Dewatering on Construction Sites
• Why You Should Rent Equipment for Dewatering Projects
• Equipment Available for Dewatering Construction Sites