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Atlas HDD operator at the controls of a horizontal directional drilling rig

Built for Contractors Who
Value Quality and Efficiency

Atlas HDD is an owner-operated horizontal directional drilling company based in Fenton, Michigan, serving Southeast Michigan and the Detroit metro area.

We specialize in directional drilling for underground utilities and work directly with general contractors, municipalities, and homeowners. Our approach is simple: plan the job correctly, execute efficiently, and deliver quality work that does not create problems later in the project.

Underground Utility Drilling Services

Atlas HDD provides horizontal directional drilling for:

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Water services and water mains

Trenchless drilling for residential water services and municipal water mains, sized for the job.

Sewer lines

Sanitary and storm sewer installations bored cleanly with minimal surface disruption.

Gas lines

Code-compliant directional drilling for natural gas service lines and distribution mains.

Electric utilities

Underground electric runs and service drops installed without tearing up the site.

Fiber and telecom

Fiber and broadband conduit bored for ISPs and telecom contractors on tight timelines.

Conduit installations

Empty conduit installed at proper depth and alignment for current and future utility runs.

From short residential bores to large-scale utility work, each project is approached with the same attention to planning, accuracy, and execution.

How It Works

How Directional Drilling Works

Trenchless from start to finish. Here is how Atlas HDD installs underground utilities without open-cut trenching or tearing up the surface.

01

Locate & Plan

We call in MISS DIG (Michigan 811) and map every existing utility, then plan the bore path with clear entry and exit points.

02

Drill the Bore

A steerable drill head bores a tracked pilot path beneath roads, driveways, and landscaping, then reams it out to the size your pipe needs.

03

Fuse the Pipe

We butt-fuse HDPE into one continuous, leak-free, fully restrained string right on site. No subbed-out fusing and no weak joints.

04

Pull Back & Test

The fused pipe is pulled back through the bore in a single pull, then pressure-tested and tied in, ready for service.

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Proven Work

Directional Drilling Projects Across Southeast Michigan

Real municipal water main and underground utility work, installed by horizontal directional drilling with documented production. Here is a look at what Atlas HDD delivers on the ground for contractors and municipalities.

8,000+ ft8" HDPE water main, Lincoln Park
412" HDPE crossings, Michigan Ave
600+ ft/dayPeak production, 8" water main
7Streets in the Lincoln Park project
Lincoln Park, Michigan

8,000+ ft of 8" HDPE Water Main

8" HDPE SDR-117 streets600+ ft/day
Detroit, Michigan

Four 12" Crossings Under Michigan Avenue

12" HDPE SDR-114 crossings
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Why Contractors Choose Atlas HDD

01

Owner-operated with direct communication and accountability on every job.

02

Quality-driven work with no shortcuts that lead to rework or failed inspections.

03

Efficient systems that keep projects moving.

04

Proven problem-solving for technical challenges and tight timelines.

05

Easy to work with and clear coordination with crews and site supervisors.

About Atlas HDD

Owner-Operated Directional Drilling, Built on Accountability

Atlas HDD is an owner-operated horizontal directional drilling contractor based in Fenton, Michigan, led by owner and operator George Durocher. We install underground water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber, and conduit lines using trenchless directional boring, delivering clean and accountable work for general contractors, utility crews, developers, and municipalities across Southeast Michigan.

Because Atlas is owner-operated, the person who quotes your bore is the person running the rig. That means no layered handoffs, no rotating crews, and no surprises. Just years of hands-on directional drilling experience, 811-compliant installation, and a job done right and on schedule.

Owner-OperatedDirect accountability
811 CompliantEvery line located first
Fully InsuredProtected on every job
ISCO-Certified FusionLeak-free HDPE joints
Southeast Michigan~90 min of Fenton

Serving Southeast Michigan

Based in Fenton, Michigan, Atlas HDD serves Southeast Michigan, with the majority of work completed throughout the Detroit metro area.

FAQ

Directional Drilling Questions, Answered

Straight answers for contractors, developers, and municipalities planning underground utility work in Southeast Michigan.

What is horizontal directional drilling (HDD)?
Horizontal directional drilling is a trenchless method for installing underground pipe and conduit. A steerable drill bores a path beneath roads, driveways, landscaping, and existing utilities, then pulls the new pipe back through the bore. That lets us install water, sewer, gas, electric, and fiber lines without open-cut trenching or tearing up the surface.
What areas does Atlas HDD serve?
Atlas HDD is based in Fenton, Michigan and serves Southeast Michigan, typically anywhere within about 90 minutes of Fenton. That covers Genesee, Livingston, Oakland, Shiawassee, Lapeer, and Washtenaw counties and cities like Flint, Grand Blanc, Linden, Holly, Brighton, Howell, Hartland, Fowlerville, Lapeer, Clarkston, and Ann Arbor. Call us for jobs outside that radius.
What size and type of pipe can you install?
We install HDPE pipe (commonly SDR-11 and SDR-17) for pressure water, gas, and force mains, along with PVC, conduit, and fiber duct. Recent projects include 8-inch HDPE water main and 12-inch HDPE road crossings. Larger diameters are available depending on soil conditions and bore length, so send us your specs and we will confirm.
Do you fuse HDPE pipe on site?
Yes. We perform ISCO-certified butt fusion of HDPE pipe on site, producing continuous, leak-free, fully restrained joints. On-site fusion keeps your project moving and avoids the delay and added cost of subbing the fusing out.
Do you locate utilities before drilling?
Always. Atlas HDD is a MISS DIG (Michigan 811) member, and every bore starts with proper utility locating and a tracked drill head so existing lines stay protected. Safe, damage-free installation is the whole reason to go trenchless.
Do you work with contractors and municipalities, or homeowners?
Primarily general contractors, utility and site contractors, developers, and municipalities who need dependable directional boring as part of a larger project. We are built for crews that value quality work delivered on schedule. Reach out with any underground utility project and we will tell you if it is a fit.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Atlas HDD is fully insured and owner-operated, so you get direct accountability from the person running the rig instead of a rotating crew or a middleman.
How do I get a quote?
Call (810) 252-0243 or request a quote through this site with your project location, the type and size of pipe or conduit, and approximate footage. Owner George Durocher will walk the scope with you and get you a clear, competitive number.

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If you are planning a utility project or facing a tight schedule, Atlas HDD is ready to help.

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