Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Underground Utility Construction Services
S J Louis Construction has been a trusted leader in underground utility construction since 1983. Our mission prioritizes safety, quality, and empowering employees to deliver projects on time and within budget. Specializing in trenchless technologies like HDD and CIPP, we serve public and private sectors nationwide. With decades of experience, we install pipelines, tunnels, and utilities through challenging terrains, from rock to urban environments. Our fleet of advanced equipment and skilled workforce ensures precision in projects exceeding 7,000 feet in length.We maintain a culture of continuous safety training, exceeding regulatory standards to protect employees and clients. Our history of successful projectsfrom gravity sewers to cross-river installationsdemonstrates our technical expertise. As a Minnesota-based company, we combine local roots with national reach, serving diverse markets with ethical practices. Our commitment to innovation and client satisfaction has solidified our reputation as an industry leader.
Services
Underground Utilities
Tunneling
HDD
CIPP
Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience in underground utility construction.
- Our team specializes in HDD, CIPP, and tunneling technologies.
- Safety is our top priority, with rigorous training programs.
- We serve clients nationwide, from Minnesota to Texas.
- Advanced equipment handles projects up to 108-inch pipelines.
Services
Underground Utilities
S.J. Louis installs large-diameter underground utilities, including gravity sewers, storm sewers, and water mains. Our expertise spans open-cut methods and trenchless technologies, ensuring minimal surface disruption. Clients benefit from reliable infrastructure solutions tailored to project-specific needs.
Horizontal Directional Drilling
We perform HDD for pipelines up to 48 inches in diameter across 7,000-foot spans. This method safely crosses beneath rivers, roads, and urban areas without excavation. Clients gain cost-effective, environmentally friendly installations for gas, water, and utility lines.
Cured-In-Place Pipe
CIPP services rehabilitate existing pipelines using trenchless methods. We install liners via steam, water, or UV curing for diameters 6120 inches. Clients avoid disruptive excavation while extending pipeline lifespan with durable, seamless solutions.
Tunneling
Our tunneling capabilities include earth pressure balance, microtunneling, and hand-mining through rock and soil. Projects span under railways, highways, and waterways. Clients receive precise, large-diameter tunnels up to 24 feet with minimal surface impact.
Logistics
S.J. Louis Logistics manages transportation of oversized machinery and equipment nationwide. Our fleet includes RGN trailers and 12-axle beams for complex freight. Clients gain reliable delivery and project management for time-sensitive construction needs.
Questions
What services does S.J. Louis Construction offer?
We specialize in underground utilities, tunneling, HDD, CIPP, and logistics for public and private infrastructure projects.
How long has S.J. Louis Construction been in business?
We’ve served clients nationwide since our founding in 1983.
What safety measures does the company prioritize?
We enforce rigorous safety training, exceed OSHA standards, and maintain a culture of accountability for all employees.
Can S.J. Louis handle large-scale tunneling projects?
Yes, we’ve completed tunnels up to 144 inches in diameter under railways, waterways, and urban areas.
Where is S.J. Louis Construction based?
Our headquarters and founding location are in Rockville, Minnesota.