What actually affects the cost of Horizontal Directional Drilling? From pipe diameter and ground conditions to access, mobilisation, reaming and project risk, we break down the key factors behind an accurate HDD quotation.

Planning a directional drilling project? An accurate quote depends on more than distance. Pipe size, pipe type, site access, entry and exit points, wayleaves, existing underground services, ground conditions and timing can all affect the method, equipment, risk and cost. In this article, we explain what information to prepare before requesting a directional drilling quote.

Compare Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) with traditional open trenching and explore which method may be better suited to your project. We look at disruption, access, ground conditions, reinstatement, cost and other practical factors that can influence the right installation method.