Advantages Of Horizontal Directional Drilling

Hydro excavation services is used for various purposes including directional drilling. Directional drilling is a technique through which a well is bored at different angles. Typically, it controls the direction of the wellbore to a predetermined location. It most often refers to drilling at non-vertical angles and is referred to as Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD).

HDD bores a well underground without destroying the landscape. The work is carried out by a directional rig that uses pressurized water jet and vacuum. Following are some of the benefits that HDD offers:

A Cost-efficient Process

Open cut excavation is the most common way of installing utilities. But, the method comes with its limitations. It can only be done when the ground above utilities can be disturbed. Open cut or trenching is the most common way of installing utilities. While this method is considered economical, it is also slow and may not be applicable in certain areas. Horizontal directional drilling is faster and can be used in the same situation where an open cut excavation is used. And, it can be utilized in areas where there are buildings and roadblocks. Not only this, there is savings in terms of equipment and manpower as well. Thus, cost-effectiveness is a benefit of HDD that must not be overlooked.

A Location-friendly Process

Horizontal directional drilling can help you excavate and install utilities at locations which are less accessible. If the area involves the risk of damaging important underground utilities, then you can opt for HDD for excavation. It also helps preserve the landscape as it does not require digging down the entire length of pipe and displaces less soil. Also, if you want a pipeline curved at a particular direction under the road, river, house, water bodies, etc. HDD can help you get the task done without any damage.

A Quick Installation Procedure

As compared to traditional drilling methods, horizontal directional drilling is faster as it reduces the need for manpower and conventional equipment. It eliminates the time of evacuating the soil and waste materials because it bores a well and the excess soil is adjusted.  In other words, the water jet used during the process does not generate excess debris. In fact, it pushes the soil to the side and does not let it come up to the surface.  There is less debris to rebury and dispose of, quickening the process.

If you are looking for directional drilling or any other hydro excavation services, then Sierra Hydrovac can help you with all your needs.