What services does your company offer?

We specialize in directional boring, utility locating, and utility excavation. Whether you need underground utilities installed, existing utilities located, or excavation work completed safely, we have the expertise to handle your project efficiently.

Who do you typically work with?

We work with homeowners, general contractors, utility companies, industrial facilities, municipalities, and developers. Our team handles projects of all sizes—from residential to large-scale infrastructure.

What areas do you serve?

We proudly serve projects across Arkansas, including Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Benton, Bryant, Russellville, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Cabot, Searcy, Jacksonville, Pine Bluff, Hot Springs, Arkadelphia, Hope, Monticello, and Brinkley.

Do you provide free estimates?

Yes! We offer free estimates. Contact us with your project details and we’ll provide a quote tailored to your needs.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major credit cards, checks, and electronic payments. Payment terms can be discussed based on your project’s scope.

What is directional boring, and how does it work?

Directional boring, also known as horizontal directional drilling (HDD), is a trenchless method for installing underground utilities with minimal surface disruption. A drill creates a pilot hole, then a reamer enlarges it to fit the utility pipe or conduit.

What are the benefits of directional boring?

Directional boring reduces surface damage, minimizes restoration costs, and allows installation under roads, rivers, and landscaping. It’s often faster and more cost-effective than open-cut trenching.

What types of utilities can be installed using directional boring?

We can install water lines, sewer lines, electrical conduits, fiber optic cables, and gas lines using directional boring.

Why is utility locating important before excavation?

Locating utilities before excavation prevents accidental damage that could cause costly repairs, safety hazards, or service outages.

Do you provide private utility locating or just public utilities?

We provide both. 811 services locate public utilities, but we also locate private lines—such as water, sewer, gas, and electric—on private property.

Can you detect all types of underground utilities?

Most utilities can be accurately detected using electromagnetic locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar (GPR). Some older or abandoned lines may require extra verification methods like potholing.

What types of excavation services do you offer?

We provide trenching and general excavation for installing, repairing, or replacing underground utilities, following strict OSHA safety standards.

How do you ensure safety during excavation projects?

Safety is our top priority. We follow OSHA regulations, perform pre-dig inspections, and use trench boxes and protective systems when needed.

How long does a typical underground utility project take?

Timelines vary depending on project size, soil type, and weather. Small residential jobs may take a day or two, while large commercial projects can take several weeks.

How is pricing determined for your services?

Pricing depends on project scope, depth, soil conditions, permits, and materials. We evaluate each site individually to ensure accurate and competitive quotes.

Do you offer warranties or guarantees on your work?

Yes. We stand behind our workmanship and guarantee quality installations. If an issue arises due to our work, we’ll promptly address and resolve it.

Do you provide restoration after excavation or boring?

Yes. After completing the job, we restore the site through backfilling, compacting, grading, and cleanup to return your property to its original condition.

Randy Carter Construction

Arkansas’s Expert Full Service
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Directional Boring

When trenching or excavation is not a practical solution, directional boring can be the solution to installing utilities in hard to reach places. We can install pipes from 1” up to 24”.

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Hydrovac Excavation

Avoid costly delays and damage with Randy Carter Construction’s hydrovac excavation. This service uses pressurized water and a powerful vacuum for clean, controlled soil removal, making it the safest, most accurate way to expose utilities and create access points.

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Utility Locating

At RCC, we use ground penetration radar and traditional radio detection to locate utilities for homeowners, businesses, hospitals, schools, manufacturing plants, prison facilities, and state and federal government facilities.

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Utility Excavating

When it’s time to get to work on residential and commercial utilities, Randy Carter Construction will dig trenches to install, repair, and upgrade water pipes, gas lines, electrical cables, and more.

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Concrete Scanning

Before cutting or drilling into concrete, it’s important to know what’s inside. We use GPR, electromagnetic induction, and concrete X-ray scanning to locate rebar, conduit, and other embedded materials so you can avoid costly mistakes.

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About RCC

Arkansas’s Trusted Underground Utility Construction Company

Est. 1979

Randy Carter Construction began in 1979 in Benton, Arkansas by Randy and Lana Carter. What began as a part-time trenching business grew to a full-time dedicated team serving Little Rock and the surrounding areas in all of their construction and utility needs.

Back in the day, the only advice that Randy’s Dad gave him about owning a business was “Do a good job for someone and they will tell a few people. Do someone a poor job and they will tell many.” At Randy Carter Construction, our most important asset is our people.

Our team is our family. The hard working people on the RCC team bring their outstanding qualities and expertise to the job every single day to ensure that every customer is met with hard work, loyalty, and craftsmanship. Some of the team members have been with us at RCC for over 30 years!

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Hear From
Our Customers

“There isn’t a better group of people you could hire to bore or excavate in the industry. They have experience excavating and boring under and around things I wouldn’t touch with a shovel. They make it look easy! I know when they do a job for me I can cross it off my list of things to worry about. I never get surprise costs, they keep their word, and they allow me to take on more jobs.”

Rick Hobby

Hobby Electric, Inc.

“I’ve used RCC for many years now. They’re employees are honest, hardworking, knowledgeable, and always kind. In the plumbing industry, I get a lot of unusual requests. RCC helps me find solutions to complicated challenges. I would recommend this company to anyone that needs any utility work. I’m confident you won’t be disappointed.”

Steve LaRue

LaRue Plumbing Inc.

“RCC has a great group of guys and provide quality work for a good price. They work with you on scheduling and are quick and efficient. We get a great response time, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and their locates and bores are always accurate. RCC is a great company to work with and anytime we need assistance, they are there to help.”

Kyle Rutherford

B&K Electrical Contractors, Inc.

“RCC gets me quick and fair estimates and they’re always willing to work with our schedule. They are honest, easy to work with, and they create good solutions for projects. Their field teams are very knowledgeable of the business and I appreciate that they maintain up-to-date equipment. I’ve never had a bad experience working with them.”

Matt Rickford

Nabholz Construction

Rick Hobby

Hobby Electric, Inc.

Steve LaRue

LaRue Plumbing Inc.

Kyle Rutherford

B&K Electrical Contractors, Inc.

Matt Rickford

Nabholz Construction

Our Edge

The Randy Carter Construction Difference

A quality that sets our company apart from the rest is our people. Our trusted professionals have years of expertise, with the average years of tenure for our employees being upwards of 20 years. With us, you’re on a first name basis!

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Behind the Scenes:
Our Work in Action

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Every project follows a structured process to ensure efficiency and safety. It begins with site inspection, followed by utility locating to identify underground infrastructure. Planning outlines timelines, permits, and logistics before installation begins. After completion, a final inspection ensures quality and compliance.

Timelines vary depending on project size and conditions, while permits are typically coordinated during planning. Proper site preparation ensures safe and efficient execution from start to finish.

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