Directional drilling is done by Amerine crews with years of shared field experience, making decisions based on real soil conditions, not assumptions.
From short shots under a cul-de-sac to long bores on a major route, we bring the same level of prep, coordination, and hands-on oversight.
Amerine’s bonding capacity and project experience allow us to support large, multiphase directional drilling projects.
From permits to ground conditions, we know how things work in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, and the Central & Western U.S. That shorthand knowledge means our projects move faster and smoother.
We love what we do, and that care and quality means top-tier work that doesn't need fixing later and stronger relationships with the people we work for.
Before a directional drill ever touches the ground, we want to know exactly what’s in our way.
That means pulling utility records, making the calls, and if something doesn’t add up, we keep investigating until it gets resolved. Gas lines, water lines, buried telecom, we’ve seen what happens when a contractor assumes it isn’t there just because it isn’t marked. We don’t assume.
Once we know what’s underground, we select entry and exit points that make sense for the job site, protect the property, and give us a clean pull. Plywood goes down on nice yards, tarps catch the spoil, and we’re thinking about restoration before we ever start drilling.
That upfront work isn’t extra, it’s what keeps a bore on schedule and off the evening news.
Crossings and installations supporting network expansion and long-distance fiber routes.
Underground power and communication systems installed beneath developed areas.
Directional drilling coordinated with traffic control and right-of-way requirements.
Underground bores supporting pipelines, disposal systems, and facility upgrades.
Trenching is incorporated where directional drilling needs to connect with other underground work, access points, or installation segments.
Directional drilling tears things up when it’s done wrong.
We’ve seen the mud in the gutters, the dirt mounds in freshly sodded yards, the spoil piles left sitting for days. That’s not how we work.
Our crews clean as they go, not at the end of the job when the mess has already spread. Debris gets swept and disturbed soil goes back where it belongs.
When we pull off a job site, it should be hard to tell we were ever there.
Directional drilling can come with risks you can’t always see from the surface.
Amerine crews stay focused on locates, exposed utilities, bore tracking, and equipment movement throughout the job and remain hyper-adaptable as conditions change. Clear procedures and on-site supervision helps keep work controlled around traffic, existing utilities, and public areas.
That consistent, detail-driven approach is reflected in one of the best-in-class safety records in the industry, including a perfect record in 2025.
“Amerine Construction did a fantastic job. Their crew was professional, knowledgeable, and the quality of work was outstanding. They got the job done right, on time, and within budget. Best of all, their post-plow cleanup left the landscape looking virtually untouched. I highly recommend them.”
Eric Norstrom, Project Manager at Home Communications Inc.
“Amerine Utility Contractors has been an outstanding company to have worked on our projects. Their efficient and quality work is completed with integrity.“
Ryan Oren, Outside Plant Supervisor at Haviland Broadband
“We value our partnership with Craig and his team at Amerine Construction. They operate as a true extension of our business, going beyond the traditional vendor role to share in our goals and outcomes. Their willingness to adjust, adapt, and collaborate ensures that together we deliver successful projects and build stronger Western Kansas communities.”
Beau Rebel, General Manager at GBT
Amerine integrates directional drilling with other underground services to maintain sequencing and avoid delays.
Supporting services include:
Plowing & Installation: Coordinated pulls following bore completion
Trenching & Backhoe Work: Open-cut transitions and tie-ins
Energy & Utility Infrastructure: Underground systems managed end to end
Manhole & Underground Structures: Access and support infrastructure
Directional drilling is used to install conduit or utilities beneath roads, driveways, rail lines, waterways, and developed areas where open trenching would cause too much damage.
Many directional drilling projects can be completed in a single day, though longer crossings or challenging ground conditions may require additional time for setup, drilling, and restoration.
Successful directional drilling depends on understanding the ground conditions, accurate utility information, careful planning, and operators who can make adjustments as conditions change.
Yes. Directional drilling is often planned alongside trenching, plowing, or structure installation so schedules stay aligned and work progresses efficiently.
Trenching is often used alongside directional drilling for tie-ins, open-cut transitions, and areas where a bore connects to the rest of the underground installation.
If your project requires directional drilling done carefully and responsibly, Amerine Construction is ready to talk.
