Trenchless Drilling in Miller, CA

Skip the Yard Destruction

Get underground access without tearing up your property using specialized directional drilling equipment.

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No-Dig Drilling Miller CA

Your Yard Stays Intact

You don’t have to choose between fixing your underground plumbing and keeping your landscaping. Trenchless drilling gets us exactly where we need to go without the mess.

Your driveway stays put. Your garden survives. Your neighbor’s fence doesn’t get damaged. We use directional drilling and specialized reamer equipment to create precise underground pathways for sewer lines, ADU connections, and complex plumbing projects.

The result? You get the underground work done right while your property looks the same as when we started. No massive restoration project afterward. No replanting everything. Just clean, professional access to exactly where the work needs to happen.

Miller Trenchless Sewer Specialists

We're Your Second Opinion

Fix-it Plumbing has specialized in underground plumbing construction since 2007. We’re not your typical service call plumbers – we focus on the complex stuff that requires real excavation expertise and specialized equipment.

Our three-person crew serves Santa Clara County exclusively, with nearly 20 years of experience in trenchless drilling, ADU plumbing, and underground construction. We’ve built our reputation as the “first choice for your second opinion” – especially when you’ve gotten estimates that seem too high.

We’re not trying to be the biggest plumbing company in Miller. We’re trying to be the most honest one, with fair pricing for quality work that actually matches the complexity of your project.

Directional Drilling Process Miller

Here's How We Do It

First, we map out the exact underground route using locating equipment. No guesswork – we know where existing utilities are and plan the most efficient path to your target area.

Next, we set up our directional drilling equipment at the entry point. The drill head creates a precise underground pathway, guided by our tracking system. We can navigate around obstacles, under driveways, and through tight spaces that would be impossible with traditional digging.

Finally, we pull the new piping or cable through the drilled pathway using our reamer attachment. The whole process creates minimal surface disturbance – usually just small entry and exit points. You get professional underground access with almost zero impact on your property’s appearance.

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Trenchless Drilling Services Miller

What's Included in Our Service

Every trenchless drilling project starts with proper utility locating and route planning. We don’t just start drilling – we map everything out first so you know exactly what’s happening and why.

You get our specialized directional drilling equipment operated by experienced crew members who’ve been doing this type of work for years. We’re not learning on your property – we know how to handle the complex underground access that ADU projects and sewer line work requires.

We also handle the coordination with other trades when needed. If your project involves multiple contractors, we work with your timeline and make sure our underground work sets up the next phase properly. Clean entry and exit points, proper backfill, and site cleanup are standard parts of every job.

How much does trenchless drilling cost compared to traditional excavation?

Trenchless drilling typically costs more upfront than traditional digging, but you save significantly on restoration afterward. When you factor in replanting landscaping, repairing driveways, fixing sprinkler systems, and dealing with all the mess from open trenches, trenchless often comes out ahead. Plus, your project gets done faster with way less disruption to your daily life. We provide transparent pricing so you can compare the real total cost, not just the drilling portion.

Can trenchless drilling work for ADU sewer connections?

Yes, directional drilling is actually ideal for ADU projects because you’re typically connecting to existing sewer lines without tearing up established landscaping between your main house and the new unit. We can drill under driveways, walkways, and planted areas to make the connection. Since ADU projects often involve tight spaces and existing improvements you want to protect, trenchless drilling usually makes more sense than traditional excavation methods.

What's the difference between trenchless drilling and pipe bursting?

Trenchless drilling creates new underground pathways for new pipes or cables. Pipe bursting replaces existing damaged pipes by breaking up the old pipe and pulling new pipe through the same route. Both are “trenchless” methods, but they solve different problems. If you’re adding new service lines or connecting new construction, you need directional drilling. If you’re replacing damaged existing pipes, pipe bursting might be the better option. We can evaluate your specific situation and recommend the right approach.

How deep can trenchless drilling go for sewer lines?

Our directional drilling equipment can typically reach depths of 8-12 feet, which handles most residential sewer line connections and ADU projects. The exact depth depends on your property’s grade, the location of existing utilities, and local code requirements for sewer line depth. We always verify the required depth and confirm our equipment can handle your specific project before starting. If your project requires deeper access, we’ll let you know upfront rather than discovering limitations halfway through the job.

How long does a typical trenchless drilling project take?

Most residential trenchless drilling projects take 1-2 days, depending on the distance and complexity. Simple ADU connections might be done in a single day, while longer runs or projects with multiple direction changes take longer. The actual drilling usually goes faster than traditional excavation, but the setup and precision work takes time. We don’t rush the locating and planning phase because that’s what prevents problems later. You’ll get a realistic timeline estimate based on your specific project requirements.

What happens if you hit an existing utility during drilling?

This is exactly why we spend time on proper utility locating before drilling starts. We use professional locating equipment and call for utility marks to map out existing lines. Our drilling equipment also has guidance systems that let us track the drill head’s exact position underground. If we do encounter an unexpected utility, we stop immediately and reassess the route. With 17+ years of underground construction experience, we know how to avoid utility conflicts through proper planning rather than hoping for the best.

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