What makes the job feel less disruptive
Less digging, less mess
We assist with drilling beneath obstacles instead of cutting long trenches across the surface. That helps protect access, finishes, and day-to-day use of the site.
Sequenced with electrical works
We can time any drilling work around cable installation and follow-on trades. You avoid the stop-start feeling that slows bigger projects down.
Route details for later
We assist with basic as-built route information once the work is done. That gives you a clearer record for future maintenance or upgrades.
A cleaner way to get services underground
Horizontal directional drilling is a trenchless way to install underground routes where open digging would cause too much disruption. It is used to create paths beneath roads, driveways, footpaths, gardens, and other awkward crossings.
We assist in horizontal directional drilling, including with route planning, utility checks, clear entry and exit points, and a pilot bore that keeps the route controlled. Then, the bore is enlarged to the required size and pulled through ducting or cable, depending on what your project needs.
Planned properly from the ground up
Ground conditions play a big part in how a drilling job is planned, because soft ground, mixed terrain, and tighter access all affect the method, timing, and cost. Our team looks closely at bore length, depth, diameter, crossings, and any permissions or wayleaves before work begins.
On larger infrastructure jobs, we assist in coordinating drilling with cable pulling and termination teams so one stage doesn't hold up the next. That joined-up approach is especially useful on multi-site contracts where other trades are working to fixed schedules. You get a route that suits the wider project, not a drilling plan that ignores everything happening around it.
Frequently asked questions
What is horizontal directional drilling used for on electrical projects?
Horizontal directional drilling is used to create underground routes for ducting or cables without opening a full trench across the surface. It's especially useful where services need to pass under roads, driveways, footpaths, gardens, or other obstacles.
What affects the cost of a horizontal directional drilling job?
Cost usually depends on ground conditions, bore length and depth, the diameter required, and how many crossings or obstacles are involved. Permissions, restricted access, and coordination with other site activities can also affect the programme and overall price.
Can ducting be installed first and cables pulled later?
Yes, that's a common approach on infrastructure and power projects. We can install the underground route first so cable pulling and termination can be completed at the right stage of the wider programme.