Rock Drilling

HDD rock drilling rig working in hard ground conditions
In-house rock drilling capability for all ground types

Specialist rock drilling using directional drilling techniques – install utilities through rock and challenging ground conditions across the Midlands and UK.

Many trenchless contractors cannot work in rock. Heartland Pipelines has invested in equipment that lets us complete directional drilling installations through rock and the most challenging ground conditions.

Drilling the ground others avoid

  • Installations in rock and hard strata
  • Versatile across mixed and difficult ground
  • Maintains accuracy and bore integrity
  • Reduces the need for costly open-cut in hard ground

This capability is particularly valuable for road, rail and river crossings where ground conditions are unknown or variable.

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.

  • STW-approved Tier 1 contractor
  • WIRS / WaterSafe accredited
  • UKAS certified
  • ISO 14001 environmental
  • Family-run since 2005
  • Ductile-iron HDD pioneer
  • In-house rock drilling

Frequently Asked Questions

Can directional drilling go through rock?

Yes. With our latest drilling equipment we can drill through rock and challenging ground conditions, completing installations that standard rigs cannot.

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