Commercial Drilling
Specialized Drilling for Infrastructure, Engineering & Industrial Projects
Canadian Soil Drilling is the trusted partner behind some of Ontario’s most complex and demanding commercial drilling projects. From infrastructure and industrial developments to environmental and exploratory work, we support contractors, engineers, developers, and government agencies with precision, safety, and professionalism.
We’re known not just for doing the job right, but for doing the jobs others can’t. When projects push beyond standard capabilities, even other drillers call us in. Whether it’s over water, in sensitive terrain, or under challenging conditions, our team brings the specialized equipment, technical expertise, and steady execution needed to get it done—safely, cleanly, and with total confidence.
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Marine Based Drilling
Drilling over water demands advanced expertise and customized equipment. Our marine-based drilling services are conducted using stable, barge-mounted platforms—ideal for infrastructure and environmental projects on lakes, rivers, and waterfronts. We are fully insured and qualified for Great Lakes operations.
Our marine drilling services include:
✔ Barge-mounted drilling on lakes, rivers, and water bodies
✔ Dock, pier, and bridge foundation work
✔ Subsurface sampling and geotechnical testing over water
✔ Temporary or long-term floating rig setups
✔ Safe deployment and recovery procedures
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Environmental & Geotechnical Drilling
Environmental and geotechnical drilling services support engineering, construction, and remediation projects. We work closely with environmental consultants and engineers to provide high-quality subsurface data and monitoring infrastructure with precision and regulatory compliance.
Our services in this area include:
✔ Soil and groundwater sampling (auger, split-spoon, Shelby tube
✔ Monitoring well installation (including nested wells)
✔ Borehole logging, permeability testing, and soil classification
✔ Support for ESA Phase I & II, remediation, and brownfield projects
✔ Data collection for foundation and slope stability analysis
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Exploratory Drilling for Mineral Resources
Before investing in mining or excavation, proper exploration is essential. We provide early-stage exploratory drilling to help clients evaluate potential mineral resources and geological conditions, with a focus on accuracy, recovery, and safety.
Exploration drilling services include:
✔ Test hole drilling for overburden and bedrock mapping
✔ Core drilling with sample logging and analysis
✔ Stratigraphy and mineral identification
✔ Low-impact access options for remote or protected areas
✔ Sample handling and delivery for lab testing
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Difficult Terrain & Remote Access Drilling
When your project site is located on sloped ground, soft or unstable terrain, or deep in remote areas, standard drilling methods may not suffice. We deploy specialized equipment and customized plans to reach and drill effectively in even the most inaccessible conditions.
Our remote and terrain-specific solutions include:
✔ Drilling on steep grades or uneven ground
✔ Soft or marshy terrain access
✔ Compact and track-mounted rigs for low-impact travel
✔ Off-grid mobilization and setup
✔ Site-specific hazard planning and risk management
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High Water Table & Artesian Pressure Zones
Encountering pressurized aquifers or high groundwater levels requires more than basic drilling knowledge. Our team is trained to safely contain, seal, and manage flowing wells and artesian conditions using proven techniques and regulatory-compliant equipment.
Our services for high-water areas include:
✔ Sealing and managing artesian wells
✔ Pressure management and flow containment
✔ Surface seal installation and sanitary caps
✔ Water diversion and control systems
✔ Regulatory documentation and flow rate monitoring
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Confined and Hazard-Sensitive Environments
In industrial zones, brownfields, or sites with underground utilities and contamination risks, precision and protection are everything. We operate with full awareness of surrounding infrastructure and environmental sensitivity.
Specialty operations include:
✔ Drilling near underground tanks, utilities, or active infrastructure
✔ Brownfield site drilling with environmental safety measures
✔ Contaminated soil protocols and material containment
✔ Industrial facility and tight-clearance drilling
✔ Air rotary and hollow-stem auger methods for containment
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