Environmental & Geotechnical Drilling in Northern Massachusetts, New Hampshire & Southern Maine
Understanding subsurface conditions is vital for safe, compliant, and successful construction. Northeast Directional Drilling provides specialized environmental and geotechnical drilling services throughout Northern Massachusetts, New Hampshire & Southern Maine. Our experienced crews deliver accurate soil, groundwater, and rock data that supports engineering design, contamination studies, and environmental compliance.
We partner with environmental consultants, geotechnical engineers, and contractors to collect dependable field data under challenging site conditions—helping projects stay on time, within budget, and in full regulatory compliance.
Environmental Drilling and Monitoring Wells
For environmental assessments and groundwater studies, precision and containment are non-negotiable. We perform environmental drilling and monitoring well installation in accordance with Maine DEP and EPA standards.
Our methods include hollow-stem auger, direct push, and mud rotary techniques, allowing us to adapt to varied formations across southern Maine. Monitoring wells are installed for groundwater sampling, remediation system design, and long-term contamination monitoring.
In Biddeford, where redevelopment and brownfield projects are increasing, we support consultants and municipalities with compliant installations and detailed documentation for Phase II and Phase III environmental site assessments.
Soil Borings and Geotechnical Investigations
Reliable foundation design begins with accurate geotechnical data. Our soil boring and geotechnical drilling services provide the subsurface information engineers need for safe and effective project planning.
We conduct Standard Penetration Tests (SPT), split spoon sampling, and rock coring to evaluate soil classification, density, bearing capacity, and groundwater depth. Each sample is carefully logged and preserved for laboratory testing.
From residential developments to municipal infrastructure upgrades, we deliver data that informs design parameters for footings, retaining walls, and roadbeds. In Biddeford’s coastal and inland zones, our drilling services help clients anticipate variations in clay, sand, till, and bedrock formations common to southern Maine.
Rock Coring and Subsurface Profiling
When projects extend into bedrock or require structural anchoring, our team performs diamond core drilling and subsurface profiling to assess rock type, strength, and fracture patterns. Core samples are retrieved using high-quality coring systems for precise geotechnical and environmental analysis.
This process supports foundation engineering, slope stability studies, and quarry or groundwater exploration. Our local crews understand the regional geology surrounding Biddeford—from the granite bedrock near the Saco River basin to the metamorphic formations found along Route 111 and beyond.
Each core run is logged and labeled with depth, recovery rate, and visual classification to meet engineering documentation standards.
Micropiles, Rock Anchors, and Tiebacks
In complex foundation or stabilization projects, micropiles, rock anchors, and tiebacks are often required to support retaining walls, bridge abutments, or heavy structures. Northeast Directional Drilling installs these systems with precision drilling techniques suited for confined and urban sites.
Our equipment handles vertical and angled bores, allowing us to anchor into competent rock or stable soil layers beneath existing structures. These systems are customized to meet load requirements while minimizing vibration and ground disturbance—making them ideal for Biddeford’s built environments and historic infrastructure zones.
Drilling Expertise Across Southern Maine
With years of experience working in Maine’s varied geologic settings, Northeast Directional Drilling brings the technical capability and regulatory knowledge needed for complex environmental and geotechnical projects. Our field teams operate state-of-the-art rigs and support vehicles designed for both open and restricted-access sites.
We prioritize safety, data integrity, and coordination with engineering teams to ensure every borehole, well, and core contributes accurate information to project design. Our clients include environmental consultants, municipalities, and construction firms across Biddeford, Saco, Kennebunk, and surrounding York County
Northeast Directional Drilling is Biddeford’s trusted source for environmental and geotechnical drilling, monitoring wells, and subsurface investigations. Whether you need soil borings for a new foundation or groundwater wells for an environmental study, our team provides reliable, local expertise.
Contact us today to schedule drilling services or request a proposal for your next project in Biddeford, ME.