Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Underground Utility Contractors in Youngstown, OH
Utility Contracting has served Youngstown, Ohio since 1972, delivering reliable underground utility solutions through dedicated leadership and technical expertise. Our team specializes in water, sewer, gas, and trenchless drilling projects while maintaining core values of teamwork, integrity, safety, and efficiency. With decades of combined experience, we utilize advanced construction practices and technology to meet client needs across municipal, utility, and commercial sectors.Our union workforce ensures quality execution through specialized training in horizontal directional drilling, boring, and comprehensive site development. We maintain long-standing partnerships with government agencies and contractors by consistently exceeding project expectations for quality, scheduling, and budget adherence.
Services
Underground Utilities
Horizontal Directional Drilling
Horizontal Boring
Sitework Excavation
Retention Ponds
Parking Lots
Clearing & Grubbing
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with 50+ years of underground utility expertise
- Specialized in horizontal directional drilling and complex municipal projects
- Maintain strict safety and quality standards through union-certified personnel
- Utilize advanced technology for trenchless solutions and site development
- Established long-term partnerships with government agencies and utility companies
Services
Underground Utilities
We specialize in comprehensive underground utility systems including water mains, sanitary sewers, and gas lines. Our team handles complete lifecycle projects from initial planning through installation and maintenance. With decades of experience, we ensure minimal environmental disruption while meeting strict municipal code requirements across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.
Horizontal Directional Drilling
Our trenchless drilling technology enables efficient utility installation beneath roads, rivers, and sensitive areas without surface disruption. This method reduces restoration costs and project timelines while maintaining structural integrity. We apply this technique for waterlines, gas pipelines, and sewer laterals with precision engineering oversight.
Sitework Excavation
We provide full-scale site preparation including grading, clearing, and infrastructure development. Our capabilities cover parking lot construction, retention pond excavation, and building pad preparation. Advanced equipment and experienced operators ensure precise earthwork execution that meets project specifications and environmental regulations.
Wastewater Treatment
Our expertise extends to complete wastewater treatment plant construction and upgrades. We handle complex piping systems, pump station installations, and stormwater management solutions. Projects incorporate sustainable design principles while maintaining compliance with environmental protection standards for municipal and industrial clients.
Horizontal Boring
We perform traditional horizontal boring operations for utility crossings in challenging terrain. Our crews understand soil composition variables and equipment limitations to ensure safe, accurate bore paths. This method remains essential for specific applications where trenchless technology isn't optimal, particularly in road and river crossings.
People
George Chepke
Founder
Established the family-owned business in 1972, laying the foundation for Utility Contracting's reputation through commitment to quality and customer satisfaction in underground utility projects.
David Chepke
Co-Leader
Assumed leadership in 1988, expanding service offerings to include major water, sewer, and gas infrastructure projects while maintaining the company's core values of safety and efficiency.
Jeffery Chepke
Co-Leader
Joined leadership in 1988, focusing on operational improvements and technology integration that enhanced project execution capabilities across municipal and commercial construction sectors.
Questions
What underground utility services do you offer?
We install and repair water mains, sanitary sewers, gas lines, and storm sewers. Our capabilities include wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and trenchless drilling solutions.
How long have you operated in Youngstown?
We've served Youngstown since 1972, establishing ourselves as one of the region's most experienced utility contractors with continuous family ownership.
Do you work outside Youngstown?
Yes, we serve all of Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, handling projects ranging from small repairs to large-scale infrastructure development.
What makes your company different?
Our combination of 50+ years' experience, union-certified workforce, and investment in modern trenchless technology enables superior project execution with minimal environmental impact.
