Tag: Installing Underground Utilities

Also known as horizontal directional drilling (HDD), directional drilling is an accurate method of installing underground utilities like pipes, cables, and lines under constructed surfaces like parking lots, buildings, and other structures without digging trenches. This is an ideal method of installing cables and conduits below surfaces that have already been occupied. Here are some reasons why directional drilling is ideal for installing underground utilities.

• When you choose the directional drilling method, there is no need to block the traffic or impede public areas while installing underground utilities.

• The process requires less manpower than other processes for installing pipes, cables, sewer lines, etc.

• HDD is an inexpensive method as it requires less manpower and limited machinery and equipment. When compared to trenching or a standard excavation process which requires several machines, tools, equipment, and workforce, the directional drilling process is much cost effective.

• Digging and trenching have a higher risk of worker injuries, mishaps, and accidents. The risk of accidents is relatively very low in the HDD method.

• This method has the least impact on the landscape and nature. In this method, the drills are horizontally dug deep into the earth without actually digging pits.

• Time, cost, and materials are saved which are typically invested in filling trenches and pits that are created to install underground utilities in other processes like the excavation.

• HDD can install utilities deeper in the earth which is practically difficult to do with other processes.

• The process helps in installing utilities over a widespread land without disrupting the nearby land surface.

• Holes and bores of various sizes can be drilled using different drilling tools and attachments. One single truck can have interchangeable attachments for varied drilling.

• It is not necessary to access the site to drill underneath. Bores and holes can be drilled from some distance without obstructing the normal work or transportation.

• As it causes the least disruption to the land and has fewer workforce risks, the directional drilling process is safe for the environment.

The benefits of HDD process are plenty over other methods of laying a gas pipe, sewer line, an electric wire, etc. However, the process is not as easy as it may seem. The entire process requires a lot of planning and perfection. This perfection and precision can be achieved only by skilled and experienced drilling professionals. Here, at Sierra Hydrovac, we provide services that can ease your excavation and drilling projects using the best equipment. Get in touch with us today and we will be happy to help you!