Pipe Boring for Utility Crossings Nationwide
Crigger Power delivers pipe boring services for contractors who need straight-line utility installs without surface disruption. We bore clean, controlled paths for water mains, gas lines, sewer pipes, and conduit through clay, sand, rock, and mixed soils—no trenches, no delays.
Our crews handle trenchless pipe boring in-house, using our own equipment, experienced operators, and field-tested processes. Whether you’re boring under a roadway, through tight urban infrastructure, or across open ground, we’ll keep the grade on target and your schedule intact.
For projects that demand precision pipe installation and minimal surface impact, Crigger Power drills it right.
When to use Trenchless Pipe Boring
Trenchless pipe boring is the go-to method when a job calls for a straight, controlled utility path but open excavation isn’t an option. It’s especially useful on projects where surface disruption needs to be avoided, such as beneath highways, rail lines, and developed job sites. Unlike directional drilling, which follows a curved path, pipe boring drives a straight line using precision augers or guided methods, keeping the bore aligned from entry to exit.
At Crigger Power, we use trenchless pipe boring when accuracy, stability, and clean surface conditions are non-negotiable. It’s the preferred method for sewer mains, water lines, conduit runs, and storm drains in shallow or sensitive areas. We assess site access, soil conditions, and utility depth to determine the best boring method, and when pipe boring is the answer, we bring our own rigs, operators, and support vehicles to execute it in-house.
If your site needs a utility line installed without surface damage or deviation, we’ll bore it right.
Other Trenchless Boring Services for Utility Crossings
Trenchless pipe boring is just one of several precision methods we use to install utilities where excavation isn’t possible. Whether the job calls for structural casing, shallow-grade sewer lines, or accurate pulls beneath sensitive infrastructure, Crigger Power adapts the bore method to match the site, not the other way around. Our crews handle the planning, setup, and drilling in-house, using gear we own and control from start to finish.
These services outline how we complete straight-shot utility crossings beneath roads, railways, and built environments without disturbing the surface.
Pipe Boring FAQs
Trenchless pipe boring comes with its own set of questions, especially when accuracy is needed, soil conditions are tough, or utility specs are tight. At Crigger Power, we handle pipe boring in-house, using equipment we own and control from launch pit to pullback.
Below are some of the most common questions we get about pipe boring services, underground pipe boring, and trenchless utility installations across different ground conditions and project types.
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Pipe boring is a trenchless method used to install utility lines underground without disturbing the surface. It involves using specialized boring machines to create a guided path through soil or compacted ground, followed by pulling or pushing the utility pipe into place. This method is especially useful beneath roads, parking lots, or developed sites where open trenching isn’t feasible.
At Crigger Power, we use trenchless pipe boring equipment and guided boring techniques to keep every run accurate. Whether it’s sewer, water, gas, or power conduit, we drill it clean, straight, and on grade—no surface cuts, no guesswork.
- Shallow Installations: When the bore path is too shallow for curved drilling
- Straight-Line Bores: For utility runs that must maintain exact line and grade
- Urban Zones or Tight Sites: Where there’s no room to arc or curve a bore
- Soil Stability: Pipe boring holds better alignment in certain clay or mixed conditions
- Casing Support: Often used when steel casing must be jacked into place
If your project requires a straight utility bore with minimal disruption, pipe boring often outperforms HDD in precision and control.
Pipe boring is commonly used to install steel casing, ductile iron, and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) piping beneath roads, railways, and developed sites. These materials are ideal for projects that require long, straight bores with strong structural integrity and minimal grade deviation.
At Crigger Power, we install sewer sleeves, water mains, power conduit, and telecom duct banks using underground pipe boring methods. Whether the job calls for a gravity-fed sanitary line or a pressurized utility system, we match the pipe type to the project’s engineering requirements and bore it into place with trenchless precision.
Pipe boring is one of the most accurate trenchless methods when it comes to line and grade. Guided boring setups, including pilot tube systems or laser targets, allow us to control the path within tight tolerances. Unlike HDD, which often includes a curved or variable-depth path, pipe bore installations are built to hit a straight line from pit to pit.
At Crigger Power, we fine-tune every bore path based on soil reports, elevation data, and utility specs. We don’t wing it—we plan it, drill it, and deliver it clean.
The cost of a pipe boring project depends on several factors:
- Soil Composition: Hard clay or rocky ground may require reinforced bits or extra time
- Bore Length & Diameter: Longer bores and larger pipes increase material and labor costs.
- Access & Staging: Tight urban sites or limited launch pit space can increase complexity
- Depth & Grade Precision: Tighter tolerances may require guided boring or extra surveying
- Casing or Pipe Type: Steel casing, HDPE, or PVC all come with different handling needs
Crigger Power prices projects based on real site conditions and includes full planning, boring, and cleanup in our quotes—no surprises, no upcharges down the line.
Contact Crigger Power for Pipe Boring
Crigger Power brings precision pilot tube boring to jobs where failure isn’t an option. We install sewer mains, water lines, and conduits across tight, sensitive sites using guided trenchless methods that consistently hit grade. There is no guessing, no delays—just clean, controlled bores.
From municipal sewer installs to utility crossings under roads or railways, we handle the full pilot tube auger tedious process in-house. That means our crews, our equipment, and full control over your bore from setup to final push. If your project demands accuracy and trenchless execution, we’re the team to get it done.
Contact us today and let’s start drilling it right.