Our Services

Big or small, complex or simple; we provide excavation, trenching and horizontal directional drilling services throughout East Gippsland to get your job done on time and on budget. Request a quote today.

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Directional Drilling

For cost-effectiveness and efficiency, horizontal directional drilling is the ideal solution for underground construction projects. We have a fleet of Directional Drills of various sizes allowing us to complete any project.

Trenching

With our local terrain knowledge, skilled operators and more than 2 decades of experience, we can provide trenching for utility installations and repairs, as well as construction projects with minimal damage to the surrounding environment. We are the trusted name in Gippsland for even the most challenging terrain.

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Poly Welding

At Blackwood Trenching and Boring we are qualified and equipped to weld large diametre pipe. With over a decade of experience in gas and water main construction, we provide exceptional reliability in the installation of underground infrastructure

Excavation

We work with Tier One companies, utility corporations, plumbers, electricians, farmers and the general public needing the most efficient excavation services for underground infrastructure. Our aim is to deliver underground access with as little disruption to the ground, surroundings and community as possible.

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Non-Destructive Digging

When you need to install or access underground utilities or infrastructure, but are limited by concrete, roads, landscaping or vegetation that can’t be disturbed, our non-destructive digging services can ensure you can get your job done. Our local expertise allow us to provide non-destructive excavation services in Gippsland in any terrain or conditions.

Projects

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Maffra Water Main Replacement- Gippsland Water

The construction of approx 500m of 180mm poly water main including all fittings, valves, connections, cross connections & associated works by horizontal directional drilling. Pipe welding by butt fusion.

Stratford Water Main Replacement- Gippsland Water

The construction of approx 300m of 100mm water main for Gippsland Water including all fittings, valves, connections, cross connections & associated works using a combination of open cutting & horizontal directional drilling

Metung Water Main Extension- East Gippsland Water

The construction of approx 200m water main extension for East Gippsland Water including all fittings, valves, connections, cross connections & associated works using a combination of open cutting & horizontal directional drilling

Why us?

With our 20 years of experience in the HDD industry and local knowledge of underground conditions, we provide the highest of standards and efficiency meeting our clients needs on time and on budget.

Welding of large diameter pipes

Our poly welding experts can weld large diameter pipe, providing services for a wide range of infrastructure needs, including sewer, gas and water mains.

Extensive Experience

With 2 decades of experience in Directional Drilling and Civil Construction throughout Gippsland we have attained the specialised equipment and qualified team to take on any terrain or project.

Safety Compliance

We follow the latest safety regulations and best practices to lower the risks for our team, as well as your workers and the surrounding environment.

Highly Trained Team

Our skilled operators are not only trained in the latest techniques but are also committed to excellence, bringing a high level of professionalism to every job.

Main Construction

Our Gippsland team brings extensive experience in gas, water and sewer main construction and replacement, handling everything from minor asset connections to major construction projects.

Customised Solutions

We collaborate with you to gain a deep understanding of your project needs, delivering excavation solutions designed to meet your unique requirements and objectives.

Trusted by

Apa
East Gippsland Water
Ventia
Gippsland Water
Downer

Testimonials

“We have worked in conjunction with Blackwood Trenching and Boring on numerous projects and have found them to be very professional and easy to deal with.”

Brendan Totman

Google Reviews

“Highly recommend Glen & his team! Friendly, Punctual & Reliable service – Glen explained what was involved, promptly inspected the site, provided a quote and completed the works. Couldn’t be happier with the work and service provided!”

Emily Sangster

Google Reviews

“Great people to deal with, nothing’s a problem.
Just easy – thank you for a great job done with no fuss. Cheers Graeme”

Graeme Radford

Google Reviews

“A great customer focused company with consistent high performance on several of our large commercial projects. With a strong commitment to safety and quality the team at Blackwood Trenching and Boring have continued to go above and beyond to ensure their results exceed our expectations on completion of work whilst delivering on-time and on-budget. We have been impressed by their innovative solutions, recommendations, and can-do approach to difficult or challenging conditions across our projects. We highly recommend Glen and the Team.”

Keane Bannister

Google Reviews

“We thought Glen and Michelle were fantastic. Great communication prior to, and after service. As we don’t live where we had work done (yet) they took photos for us. We found their quote to be reasonably priced. We were delighted that we heard about them, and would not hesitate in recommending them in connecting your sewer boundary pit to sewer line, or other associated work.”

Jeanette Jones

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