WHAT WE DO
At MAK Drilling, we deliver a full range of drilling and sampling solutions for construction, engineering, and environmental projects. From small-scale test borings to deep foundation drilling, our experienced team provides accurate results that inform smarter, safer construction decisions. Based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, we serve clients across the Red River Valley, Fargo, Bismarck, and surrounding communities.
Reliable Soil Data For Sound Engineering Decisions
Our geotechnical drilling services help engineers and developers understand exactly what lies beneath their project site. Using advanced drilling rigs and precise sampling methods, we collect soil and subsurface data for design, permitting, and construction purposes.
Standard Penetration Tests (SPT)
Continuous Soil Sampling
Shelby Tube Sampling
Test Pits and Boring Logs
Pipeline Drilling
Accurate Bedrock Profiling & Geological Assessment
Rock coring allows us to extract continuous, intact core samples from bedrock to understand geological conditions, structural integrity, and material characteristics. Our team conducts high-precision coring in challenging formations, providing engineers with reliable data to support foundation design and large-scale infrastructure projects.
NQHQ/PQ Rock Core Sampling
Bedrock Depth Identification
Core Logging & Classification
Corrosion & Durability Assessment
Reliable Ground Monitoring for Long-Term Performance
We install a wide range of geotechnical instruments to help engineers evaluate subsurface movement, groundwater behavior, and long-term site performance. Our team ensures proper placement, calibration, and secure installation so your data is accurate and dependable.
Inclinometer Installation
Vibrating Wire & Standpipe Piezometers
Monitoring Well Conversions
Casing Installation for Future Measurements
Complete Soil & Ground Condition Analysis
Our subsurface exploration services provide the essential data needed for safe, cost-effective design of buildings, roads, and industrial developments. We deliver high-quality samples and field data that help engineers understand load-bearing capacity, soil behavior, and potential construction risks.
Standard Penetration Testing (SPT)
Shelby Tube & Split Spoon Sampling
Soil Classification & Logging
Foundation & Bearing Capacity Evaluation
Ground Improvement Recommendations
Specialized Drilling for Public & Private Infrastructure
We support utility companies, engineering firms, and municipalities with drilling services designed specifically for infrastructure development. Our team is equipped to work in urban, rural, and restricted-access locations while keeping projects compliant and on schedule.
Powerline & Transmission Structure Foundations
Water & Sewer Corridor Investigations
Pipeline Alignment & Boring Design
Roadway & Pavement Subgrade Exploration
Municipal Infrastructure Site Investigations
Dependable Drilling in Remote or Challenging Terrain
Some projects demand drilling in areas where standard rigs can’t safely operate. Our crew uses specialized equipment and field strategies to access remote, soft-ground, or tight-clearance sites without compromising safety or data quality.
Off-Road & Soft-Ground Access
Remote & Agricultural Land Drilling
Winter & Frozen Ground Operations
Confined-Space or Tight-Area Setup
Lightweight & Portable Rig Deployment
8000 ft
Our team completed a high-volume drilling program for a new wind farm development in Chugwater, Wyoming. Across the expansive project site, we drilled 50-ft borings spread strategically throughout the terrain, totaling 8,000 feet of drilling in October 2025. These subsurface investigations provided essential data for turbine foundation design and terrain suitability.
Large-Scale Project Coordination
Efficient Multi-Rig Field Operations
Detailed Subsurface Logging
Renewable Energy Infrastructure Support
1500 ft
We supported a major transmission line and substation build near Flasher, North Dakota. Our crew drilled 1,500 feet in August 2025, delivering precise soil and subsurface data needed for structure placement and long-term grid stability.
Utility & Energy Sector Drilling
Accurate SPT & Soil Sampling
Foundation Load Evaluation
Timely Delivery Under Tight Schedules
320 ft
Partnering with Braun Intertec, our team completed drilling across five separate state park sites, totaling 320 feet of geotechnical borings. This work supported the design of new storm shelters, requiring accurate subsurface profiles to ensure safety, durability, and compliance.
Multi-Site Project Management
ASTM-Compliant Sampling
Collaboration with Engineering Firms
Reliable Data Collection for Public Infrastructure
280 ft
For TC Energy, we drilled 280 feet and installed vibrating wire inclinometers near Watford City in November 2025. These instruments allow continuous monitoring of ground movement to ensure pipeline and facility safety.
Geotechnical Instrumentation Expertise
Precision Drilling for Deep Installations
Oil & Gas Sector Compliance
Accurate Data Infrastructure Setup
