Moling (Impact Moling)

Impact moling for small-diameter trenchless service installation
Impact moling for short trenchless crossings

Impact moling for fast, low-cost trenchless installation of small-diameter services beneath drives, paths and gardens with minimal disruption.

Moling is a fast, economical trenchless technique for installing small-diameter services – such as water and gas connections – beneath drives, paths, gardens and roads without digging a continuous trench.

When moling is the right choice

  • Short crossings and service connections
  • Minimal surface disruption and reinstatement
  • Quick, cost-effective installation

For larger or longer installations we use directional drilling instead; our team will recommend the most suitable trenchless method for your site.

Related services: Directional Drilling (HDD), Pipeline Installation, Utilities and Trenching.

Planning a project? Contact our team or call 01952 260505 for a no-obligation quotation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between moling and directional drilling?

Moling uses an impact mole to punch a small unsteered hole over short distances, ideal for service connections. Directional drilling is steered, tracked and suited to larger diameters and longer, more complex crossings.

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