ECLIPSE UNDERGROUND SERVICES
Directional Drilling & Vibratory Plowing
Water lines. Conduit. Sewer lines. Northwest lower Michigan.
Put your next connection underground with a local, owner-operated team. We install water lines, conduit, and sewer lines up to 3 inches for contractors, municipalities, and homeowners—with practical planning, clear communication, and an approach suited to your property.
- Owner operated
- MISS DIG 811 compliant
- Insured
Underground installation for the connections you need
Our work focuses on water lines, conduit, and sewer lines up to 3 inches. We review the proposed route, material, and site conditions to determine the appropriate installation method.
Water lines
Underground water-line installation planned around the route, access, and conditions at your property.
Conduit
Conduit placement to create an underground pathway for the connections your project requires.
Sewer lines
Underground sewer-line installation, with the application and installation requirements reviewed as part of the project scope.
The right approach for the route
Directional drilling
Horizontal directional drilling creates a guided underground path for pipe or conduit. Where site conditions allow, it can pass beneath driveways, sidewalks, and landscaped areas while reducing the need for a continuous open trench.
Vibratory plowing
A vibratory plow places suitable pipe or conduit through a narrow opening in the ground. It can be a practical option for routes through compatible ground, depending on the material and installation requirements.
On-site HDPE fusion
We can fuse HDPE pipe on site as part of the installation. The pipe and connection requirements are reviewed with your project scope.
Eclipse Underground Services
Why Contractors Choose Eclipse
Owner operated
Owner involvement connects the planning, decisions, and fieldwork, giving you a direct point of accountability throughout the project.
Quality driven
We pay attention to the route, placement, and installation details that matter to the finished work.
Organized from the start
Clear scope, route planning, and job preparation keep the installation focused on the work agreed.
Practical problem solving
Access, existing utilities, and changing site conditions call for practical decisions. We work through those details with you to find a suitable approach.
Easy to work with
Direct communication and coordination with your project team help everyone understand the plan, the next step, and any changes that need attention.
Locate first. Plan the route. Then install.
We follow MISS DIG 811 requirements before drilling or plowing. Utility locate requests, response checks, and review of the marked work area are part of preparing the job. Private underground lines are considered separately so their locating needs can be addressed before installation.
Private underground asset locating
We also offer locating for private underground assets. Tell us what needs to be traced, and we will confirm whether it can be located with our equipment and the access available at the site.
Private-line locating is separate from the utility-owner markings coordinated through MISS DIG 811.
From the first conversation to the field
A clear plan before work begins
Tell us about the project
Share the location, the type and size of line or conduit, and the approximate route or distance. Let us know about access restrictions or surfaces the route needs to pass beneath.
Review the site and scope
We consider the route, installation method, locating needs, and project requirements, then provide a quote for the proposed work.
Coordinate the installation
Once the scope is agreed, we coordinate scheduling and complete the required preparation before installation begins.
Your project, explained
Underground Services FAQs
Based in Benzonia.
Serving northwest lower Michigan.
What is horizontal directional drilling?
Horizontal directional drilling, or HDD, uses a steerable drill to create an underground path for pipe or conduit. The line is then pulled through the bore. It can reduce the need to open a trench along the full route, although access at the entry and exit points is still required.
What size and type of pipe can you install?
We install water lines, conduit, and sewer lines up to 3 inches, including HDPE pipe. We review the material, route, and site conditions to confirm the appropriate installation approach for your project.
Can you fuse HDPE on site?
Yes. We can fuse HDPE pipe on site as part of your installation.
Do you locate utilities before drilling?
Yes. We follow MISS DIG 811 requirements before drilling or plowing, including locate coordination and response checks. We also review private-line locating needs before work begins because private assets may require locating separately from utility-owned lines.
Do you offer private utility locating?
Yes. We can help locate private underground assets where the asset and site conditions are suitable for our equipment. Contact us with the details so we can confirm what we can trace.
Do you work with contractors, municipalities, and homeowners?
Yes. We work with all three on directional drilling and vibratory-plow installations within our service scope.
What area do you serve?
We are based in Benzonia and serve northwest lower Michigan.
Are you insured?
Yes. Eclipse Communications is insured.
How do I get a quote?
Use our contact form to send the project location, type and size of pipe or conduit, approximate distance, and any access concerns. You can also call 231-421-6279.
Tell us what you need to put underground.
From the first route discussion to the installation plan, we help you work through the details. Contact Eclipse Underground Services for directional drilling and vibratory plowing in northwest lower Michigan.