Solid Stem Auger Drilling Services
Efficient Solid Stem Auger Drilling for Geotechnical & Construction Projects
Hanlon Drilling provides dependable solid stem auger drilling services for geotechnical investigations, construction support, and soil exploration projects. Using proven drilling techniques and modern equipment, our experienced crews deliver accurate subsurface information that helps engineers, contractors, and developers make informed decisions.
Solid stem auger drilling is a cost-effective method for exploring soil conditions in stable formations and is widely used for foundation design, site characterization, and construction planning.
What Is Solid Stem Auger Drilling?
Solid stem auger drilling uses continuous-flight augers with a solid center shaft to advance a borehole through soil without the need for drilling fluids. As the auger rotates into the ground, soil is transported to the surface along the flights, allowing geologists and engineers to observe subsurface conditions throughout the drilling process.
This drilling method is well suited for shallow to moderate-depth investigations in cohesive and relatively stable soils where temporary casing is not required.
Common Applications
Hanlon Drilling performs solid stem auger drilling for a variety of projects, including:
- Geotechnical site investigations
- Soil exploration and classification
- Foundation design studies
- Building and infrastructure projects
- Roadway and bridge investigations
- Commercial and residential developments
- Utility corridor evaluations
- Construction material testing
- Agricultural and land development projects
Our Solid Stem Auger Capabilities
Our experienced drilling crews work closely with engineers, geologists, and project managers to meet project specifications while maintaining safe and efficient operations.
Services include:
- Solid stem auger drilling
- Soil sampling
- Split spoon sampling (SPT)
- Shelby tube sampling
- Undisturbed soil sampling
- Geotechnical borings
- Soil logging support
- Borehole abandonment
- Project documentation and drilling logs
Benefits of Solid Stem Auger Drilling
Solid stem auger drilling offers several advantages for geotechnical and construction projects, including:
- Fast and efficient drilling in suitable soil conditions
- No drilling fluids required
- Cost-effective subsurface exploration
- Continuous observation of soil cuttings
- Reliable soil sampling for engineering analysis
- Minimal site disturbance
- Ideal for shallow and intermediate-depth investigations
- Safety, Precision & Reliability
At Hanlon Drilling, safety and quality are at the core of every project. Our crews follow industry best practices and established drilling procedures to provide accurate subsurface data while maintaining a safe work environment.
We understand that reliable soil information is essential for successful engineering and construction projects, and we are committed to delivering dependable results on schedule.
Industries We Serve
Hanlon Drilling supports clients across a wide range of industries, including:
- Geotechnical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Commercial construction
- Residential development
- Transportation infrastructure
- Utilities
- Industrial facilities
- Municipal projects
- Educational institutions
- Government agencies



