Core Drilling
A core drill is used to give you a perfectly round hole in concrete or asphalt. We can drill diameters from 1/2" to 36" round.
Types of Drills
Depending on the application, we can use a hand-held electric drill, generally used for small holes. For large cores, we may use our hydraulic rig with a vacuum base. All jobs are custom and we have a broad range of equipment that will complete your job with accuracy and on time.
Angled Drilling and Core "Catching"
Many commercial and industrial applications require angled cores and core "catching". We have extensive experience customizing our rigs for angles and making custom rigs to ensure a core won't fall through.
A-Lok, Z-Lok
We provide complete A-Lok installation. We provide core drilling, boot, and installation.
Pipe Bollards
We can do just the drilling or a turn-key installation of pipe bollards.
Dust Control
Core drilling produces slurry and fine silica dust. We use water-fed diamond bits with contained slurry management, and pair our rigs with HEPA vacuum systems for indoor work — ensuring zero airborne silica and a clean workspace.
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Core Drilling — Frequently Asked Questions
We can drill holes from 1/2 inch up to 36 inches in diameter. For holes larger than 36 inches, we typically recommend wall sawing instead. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
Yes. Our core drilling rigs can drill at various angles including horizontal, vertical, and angled penetrations. We use guide systems to ensure precise placement and angle.
We can drill through concrete of virtually any thickness. For very thick slabs (over 3 feet), we may need to drill from both sides. Our largest rigs handle most single-sided applications.
Yes, we offer core-catching services. This is essential when drilling through floors above occupied spaces. We use specialized core-catching equipment to prevent the core from dropping.