About us

Family-run, trenchless, and proud of it.

HDD drill rig pushing drill rods toward an underground road crossing

About Us & What You Can Expect

With more than 25 years of experience in the Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) industry, we have built our reputation on experience, precision and doing the job right.

For us, every project is more than simply drilling from one point to another. We understand that you are trusting us with your site, your infrastructure, your time and your investment. That is why we take the time to understand your requirements, plan carefully and approach every project with the level of attention it deserves.

What you can expect

What You Can Expect From Us

Safety First

Safety is at the centre of everything we do. From the initial site assessment and service detection through to drilling and installation, we work carefully and responsibly to protect your property, your existing infrastructure and everyone involved on site.

Experience You Can Rely On

With over 25 years of HDD experience, our knowledge allows us to identify potential challenges before they become problems. Our experienced operators and reliable equipment allow us to approach each bore with confidence, accuracy and control.

Precision From Planning to Completion

Every successful bore starts with proper planning. We carefully assess the site, locate and identify existing underground services and develop a drilling approach suited to the conditions of your project. Our goal is to achieve accurate installations while minimising disruption to your site and surrounding infrastructure.

Clear Communication

We believe you should always know what is happening on your project. From the initial discussion through to completion, we maintain clear and straightforward communication so you can feel confident that your project is being managed properly.

Solutions Built Around Your Project

No two drilling projects are exactly the same. Ground conditions, existing services, access and installation requirements can all present different challenges. We work closely with you to develop a practical HDD solution that meets the specific needs of your project.

Professional From Start to Finish

We take pride in the way we work. Our commitment is to deliver a professional, efficient and dependable service from the first conversation to the final installation.

Your Project. Our Responsibility.

We understand that choosing the right drilling contractor is about more than price. It is about finding a team you can trust to take responsibility, communicate with you and deliver the result you expect.

With decades of hands-on experience, a strong focus on safety and precision, and a genuine commitment to our clients, our goal is simple: to make your project easier, safer and more successful.

When you work with us, you can expect experience, accountability and a team that is committed to getting the job done right.

Bore crossing beneath a railway line

Where we work

Based in Krugersdorp, working nationwide

We're based in Krugersdorp and take on Horizontal Directional Drilling work across South Africa. Recent and current projects span Gauteng, the Free State, North West and Limpopo — wherever the crossing is, we bring the rig to site.

If your project involves going underground, anywhere in the country, get in touch and we'll plan the bore.

Completed highway crossing project

We leave the surface exactly as we found it

L.M. Drilling & Construction is a family-run horizontal directional drilling outfit working across South Africa. We plan the bore, weld the pipe and pull it through — leaving your roads, paving and landscaping untouched.

From single service crossings to full pipe runs, we handle the whole job in-house.

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Got something to cross under?

Send us the details and Leon or Marcel will come back to you with a quote.