Geotechnical Drilling Services

Reliable Subsurface Information for Better Project Decisions

Successful projects start with understanding the ground conditions below the surface.

Owen’s Drilling provides geotechnical drilling services for engineering firms, municipalities, developers, industrial operators, transportation projects, and resource-sector clients throughout British Columbia and Alberta. With experienced crews and a versatile fleet, we help project teams gather the subsurface information they need to make informed engineering and design decisions.

Geotechnical Investigation Services

Site Investigations

Subsurface drilling support for infrastructure, commercial, industrial, transportation, and resource-sector site investigations.

Soil Sampling

Drilling services that allow engineers and geoscientists to obtain representative soil samples across a wide range of geological environments.

Rock Coring

Rock coring investigations supporting engineering design and construction planning in challenging geological conditions.

Piezometer Installation

Piezometer and groundwater monitoring infrastructure installation according to project specifications and engineering requirements.

Instrumentation Support

Supporting monitoring programs and long-term site assessments alongside engineers and consultants.

Site Investigations

Every project begins with understanding site conditions. Our drilling services support geotechnical investigations for infrastructure, commercial development, industrial facilities, transportation projects, and resource-sector developments.

Owen’s Drilling works with engineering firms, geologists, and project consultants to provide the subsurface drilling access needed to complete thorough and accurate site investigations.

Soil Sampling

Accurate soil sampling is essential for evaluating subsurface conditions and supporting engineering analysis. We provide drilling services that allow engineers and geoscientists to obtain representative soil samples from a wide range of geological environments.

From shallow surface samples to deep formation testing, our equipment and crews support sampling programs designed around your project’s specific objectives and technical requirements.

Fraste MDXL geotechnical drill
Rock coring and geotechnical drilling

Rock Coring

Rock coring programs provide critical information for engineering design and construction planning. Our drilling equipment can support rock coring investigations in challenging geological conditions throughout Western Canada.

Whether your project requires shallow bedrock confirmation or deep core recovery programs, we have the equipment and experience to support your investigation objectives.

Piezometer Installation & Instrumentation Support

Piezometers are commonly used to monitor groundwater conditions and support geotechnical analysis. We install piezometers and associated monitoring infrastructure according to project specifications and engineering requirements.

Many geotechnical projects also require the installation of monitoring equipment and instrumentation. We work alongside engineers and consultants to support monitoring programs and long-term site assessments. See also our environmental drilling services.

Specialized Equipment for Challenging Conditions

Our fleet includes environmental, geotechnical, and sonic drilling equipment capable of adapting to a wide range of site conditions.

Fraste MDXL geotechnical drilling rig

Fraste MDXL

A versatile geotechnical and environmental drill suited for soil sampling, piezometer installation, and site investigation work across a range of ground conditions.

Fraste MDML drill rig

Fraste MDML

Compact and capable, suited for constrained sites, urban investigations, and projects requiring access to tight working areas.

Terra Sonic TSi 150CC

Sonic drill ideal for continuous core sampling, overburden penetration, and geotechnical investigations where sample quality and minimal disturbance are critical.

Supporting Infrastructure & Development Projects

Our geotechnical drilling services support a variety of project types throughout Western Canada.

  • Transportation infrastructure
  • Municipal infrastructure
  • Commercial development
  • Industrial facilities
  • Mining projects
  • Energy projects
  • Resource development
  • Remote site investigations

Why Choose Owen’s Drilling

Experience Since 1979

Decades of drilling experience across Western Canada’s diverse geological conditions.

Flexible Equipment Fleet

Multiple drilling methods available to suit project objectives and site conditions.

Safety-Driven Operations

Committed to safe, efficient, and professional project execution on every site.

Reliable Project Support

Working closely with engineers, geologists, and consultants throughout every stage of the investigation.

Serving British Columbia & Alberta

Owen’s Drilling supports geotechnical projects throughout British Columbia and Alberta, including urban developments, municipal infrastructure, transportation corridors, industrial facilities, mining operations, and remote project locations.

Our crews are equipped to mobilize across Western Canada and work in challenging terrain and operating environments. Need environmental drilling support alongside your geotechnical program? Our team handles both.

Owen's Drilling service truck

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Need geotechnical drilling support for an upcoming project? Contact Owen’s Drilling today to discuss your project requirements and request a free estimate.

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