Jim Watland, CEO, built Watland Custom Underground, LLC., after working over a decade in the industry and now has over 30+ years of experience. He is among the top leaders of the directional drilling business with many accolades and has earned a respected reputation of being open, honest, committed and driven with unmatched work ethics that provide optimum performance and results.

He has also established a successful partnership with his son, Casey Watland, who is the President of Watland Custom Underground, LLC. 

 

Casey Watland began operating a bore rig when he was 14 years old and has continued to excel in his knowledge and expertise to execute and fulfill jobs in this industry.  He has continued working in this industry now with 20+ years of experience and has led many complex projects with proven operational efficiency. 

 

Our company has contracted with some of the largest power and telecommunications companies in the United States, including various cable providers, and countless municipalities for the installation or upgrading of utility infrastructure. 

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We utilize our experience and expertise to scale our services to match our specific customer’s requirements, ensuring a safe and cost-effective solution. We can facilitate any size or length directional bore for any sector (i.e., Oil & Gas, Water, Sewer, Telephone & Internet) and underground utility installation.

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​We take great care to ensure that existing utility lines are not damaged, job sites are disturbed as little as possible, and installations are done accurately the first time. 

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We treat every project with professionalism, high standards, ethics and integrity.

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