Gas, water, and electricity diversions delivered under one contract, in one trench, with one traffic management scheme. 25 to 40% cost savings vs separate contractors.
Every utility diversion follows a clear, auditable sequence. Here is exactly what happens at each stage.
When gas, water, and electricity diversions are placed with separate contractors, each contractor opens its own trench, operates its own traffic management scheme, and drives its own design through a separate approval process. This means three mobilisations, three TM schemes, three sets of reinstatement, and three separate programmes running in sequence or in conflict. USP holds NERS, GIRS, and WIRS accreditations, allowing all three utilities to be designed, approved, and installed under one contract, in one trench, with one traffic management scheme. This is the foundation of the 25 to 40% cost saving.
Before any design work begins, USP carries out a full asset detection survey. Desktop records are obtained from all three network operators. Electromagnetic detection is used to locate buried services, and vacuum excavation is used for physical verification at key points. This prevents design errors that can cause costly redesign after ground investigation, and reduces the risk of service strikes during construction.
USP prepares the diversion design for all three utilities simultaneously and submits to all three network operators in parallel. This prevents the sequential delay that occurs when designs are submitted separately and each operator waits for the previous one to complete. Coordinated approval means the programme starts from a single design approval milestone rather than three separate ones. USP manages the approval process with each operator and resolves technical comments without escalating to the client.
Installation is sequenced within a single trench opening, with each utility laid at the correct depth and separation in accordance with the HSG47 guidance and individual network operator specifications. A single traffic management scheme covers the full working area. All three utilities are tested and commissioned simultaneously where the programme allows, and as-built records are produced for all three utilities in a single handover package. USP issues these records to each network operator for asset register update and to the Principal Contractor for the CDM health and safety file.
Every diversion we deliver is pressure tested, DNO inspected, and formally adopted before handover. These are real USP projects, not stock photos.
The critical parameters that govern every multi-utility diversion project.
End-to-end multi-utility capability from a single accredited provider.
Every utility diversion we deliver meets the highest industry standards across gas, water, and electricity. Worker safety, public safety, environmental responsibility, and project compliance from planning to sign-off.
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I contacted USP and within minutes had a chat with Justin who described exactly how the job would be done and provided a comprehensive quote including labour and materials and was able to start the work in just 7 days. Justin and his team were brilliant and did an amazing job. I can highly recommend USP.
Jack and Joel were absolutely amazing this morning and really put themselves out to dig a hole without having to dig another hole in my drive. More work for them but one happy customer.
From the initial quote through to work completion, Justin and his work partner were a mix of professional, knowledgeable, good-humoured, and clear in all explained (I felt an instant ease to agree to the work). The work itself was excellent and they left the place immaculate!
George and Jack come out today to move a gas meter. It wasn't a straightforward job, but they both took time to talk me through what they were doing and what the next steps are. Very friendly and polite and thought about the needs of our family.
Jack and George are great.
Bang on time, completed the work perfectly, no issues. Left the meter really neatly finished. Jack and Joel were very courteous and did a great job.
George and Jack turned up and did a first class job, very friendly and professional. Great job lads.
Jack and Joel were brilliant. Very polite, worked to my highest expectations. Left the area as clean and tidy, as was possible. And explained every step of the process to me, answering any questions I had.
Fantastic work from Jack and Johl.
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