Posts Tagged ‘drilling’
Why You Need an Experienced Foundation Driller in El Paso
If you have recently taken on the lead as the project manager of a commercial construction project in El Paso or Southwest Texas, you know that one of the most important parts of a successful project is building a strong foundation—both literally and figuratively! One of the most essential parts of building a foundation for…
Read MoreThe Process of Underground Utility Locating: How It’s Done for Safe Digging
As our cities grow and expand, the need for essential services—such as gas, water, and telecommunications—also increases as buildings, homes, schools, and hospitals require the use of these utilities. Whenever new infrastructure goes up, the complicated work of underground utility locating becomes an essential aspect of construction. Deep beneath the ground we walk on, there…
Read MoreWelcome our newest drill! All the way from Ancona, Italy, the Ecoline 35 drilling rig.
Coming soon to Texas! Our new Ecoline 35 drilling rig from MAIT Italy. Our Ecoline 35 drilling rig (EC 35) is currently being built to our specifications in Osimo, in the province of Ancona, Italy, by the phenomenal MAIT team. In the photos above you can see…
Read MoreInfrastructure’s Need for Drilling and the Power of the Soft Dig
Homebuilding, commercial building construction, utility installation, geological surveys, plumbing, landscaping, and everything in between requires digging into the earth to some degree or other. The term “soft dig” is a commonly used colloquialism in the excavation business, and it is a term of affection that more specifically refers to vacuum excavation. We call it the…
Read MoreThe Quest to Drill: The Magic of Drill Bits and the Power of Digging Through Earth
Since the dawn of time, human beings have had a natural tendency to want to explore the world around them. It’s why sixty years ago there was a race to the moon between two competing nations. And just like human beings have explored their natural habitats and built rocket ships to explore beyond Earth’s atmosphere,…
Read MoreThe Power Drill: From Manual Drilling to Sophisticated Hard Rock Drilling
In our quest to build better structures, mankind has always searched for creative ways to better mold the land to our needs. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, new building techniques are always sought after. One common activity that is frequently performed in order to prepare land or open up land for the building includes…
Read MoreHydro Excavation Basics and Benefits
While hydro excavation is a pretty basic process in the drilling business, but we understand that it can be a little more complex than the name suggests. In this article, we’ll discuss the basics of vacuum drilling, and why you’ll want a professional on the job. Hydro Excavation Hydro excavation, by most standards, is one…
Read MoreA Brief Overview of Our Foundation Drilling Services
LB & Sons are your go-to choice for all your foundation drilling needs. We drill from El Paso to Southern New Mexico and Arizona so our name has become well-known throughout the Southwest region. We strive to offer our clients affordable, cost-effective foundation drilling services, all while maintaining our high standard of quality. When you…
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