Case studies and testimonials

HVSS are committed to setting the standard in the utilities industry, corroborated by their excellent reputation. Explore some of their case studies and testimonials below:

Case Studies

Commercial Development: Braintree

  • Developed a site-wide strategy for a joint venture between local authority and developer.
  • Flexibility for speculative plots via adaptable core infrastructure.
  • Phase 2 engagement already secured due to successful Phase 1.
  • Worked closely with a blue-chip main contractor.
  • Gas required long off-site route; directional drill used to avoid road disruption.
  • Electricity diversions with UKPN negotiated to reduce costs.

Mixed Use Development: Milton Keynes

  • Site-wide infrastructure for strategic land developer.
  • Includes electricity, gas, and water (fibre handled separately).
  • Extending 33kV network; establishing new primary substation.
  • Flagship scheme: 4,000 homes & 4,000 job opportunities.
  • Engineering challenges: A5, M1, canal crossings, redways.
  • Ongoing management key to long-term client value.

Residential Development: Leeds

  • Worked with a main contractor for city-centre apartments.
  • Services include electricity, water, and fibre.
  • Extending 11kV network and prepping water/fibre groundwork.
  • Each apartment gets metered electricity, water & high-speed broadband.
  • Coordination with NPG, Yorkshire Water, BT, Virgin & Hyperoptic.

Testimonials

David Wilson Homes

David Wilson South Midlands have been using HVSS for a number of years... Overstone Sustainable Urban Extension... 1,800 units including a primary school and local centre.

HVSS led negotiations with Western Power and other authorities to reinforce networks cost-effectively. Also managing the undergrounding of eight 33kV spans.

We have no hesitation recommending HVSS – they go beyond installation, offering design, negotiation, and delivery.

GLP

HVSS has worked on multiple GLP projects, from 11kV connections to a 24MVA primary substation. Always high-quality work, with knowledgeable, proactive personnel.

Excellent collaboration with IDNOs ensures the best client outcomes in cost and specification.
We would not hesitate in recommending them.

Winvic

HVSS are a trusted supply chain partner for our residential schemes. We receive excellent preconstruction support with well-drawn, detailed assumptions.

They're flexible and responsive to project challenges, paving the way for successful delivery. Promises are met and service is consistently excellent.

We thoroughly recommend them.