Metro Hydrovac Toronto Free Tools: Hydrovac Hourly Rate Estimator & Planning Calculators in CAD
Metro Hydrovac Toronto publishes every rate, so you can estimate a hydrovac job before you call. A hydrovac cost estimate is the published hourly band for your truck or service, multiplied by billable hours (4-hour minimum per day). Mobilization, disposal and locate fees are quoted separately.
RATE ESTIMATOR Free Hydrovac Calculators
Hydrovac Hourly Rate Estimator
Estimate your hydrovac cost in CAD from truck type, hours on site and timing, using our published rate bands.
Open calculator → PlanningVacuum Tank Load Estimator
Work out how many tank loads your excavation or cleanout will fill, and whether a 6,000 gallon truck saves dump trips.
Open calculator →Hydrovac Cost Inputs Behind the Estimator (CAD)
The estimator uses these published bands. Your quote confirms the exact rate for your site.
| Equipment, Crew or Scope | Published Rate (CAD) | Minimum / Base | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard hydrovac truck + 2-person crew | $280-$350/hr | 4-hour minimum ($1,120-$1,400) | 3,500 PSI wand, 27 inch Hg vacuum. Potholing, test pits, backfill removal, small trenches. |
| Large tank truck (6,000 gal) + 2-person crew | $350-$450/hr | 4-hour minimum ($1,400-$1,800) | High-volume slurry, culverts, long daylighting runs, fewer dump trips. |
| Emergency 24/7 off-hours response | $450-$650/hr | 4-hour minimum | Water main breaks, sewer backups and insurance claims only. |
| Weekend / statutory holiday | $500-$700/hr | 4-hour minimum | Scheduled weekend work and holiday emergency callouts. |
Every quote itemises hourly rate, mobilization, disposal and locate fees separately. Free on-site assessment for commercial projects across the GTA.