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.