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Expert Foundation Drilling & Earth Shoring Solutions
D J Scheffler has delivered specialized foundation drilling and earth shoring solutions for over 35 years. Our expertise spans deep foundations, micro-piles, underpinning, and slope repair, supported by a fleet of advanced equipment and a team of licensed professionals. We operate across the western United States, holding contractor licenses in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Washington. Our commitment to innovation and safety has earned recognition, including a State Fund safety award in 2008. We prioritize client needs through value engineering, environmental stewardship, and a relentless focus on quality.Our design/build approach integrates geotechnical and structural engineering to optimize project outcomes. With a completion rate of 150+ projects annually, we tackle complex challenges in both public and private sectors. Our safety program includes quarterly training and certifications in excavation, fall protection, and confined spaces. Backed by memberships in industry leaders like the Deep Foundations Institute, we combine technical excellence with a client-centric philosophy to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions.
Services
Foundation Drilling
Earth Shoring
Continuous Flight Auger
Ground Improvement
Environmental Drilling
Rock Drilling
Reverse Circulation Drilling
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized experience in foundation drilling and earth shoring
- Licensed in six western U.S. states with advanced equipment inventory
- Award-winning safety program with quarterly employee training
- Design/build expertise integrating geotechnical and structural engineering
- Proven track record with 150+ completed projects annually
Associations and certifications
- Deep Foundations Institute
- Nevada Contractors Association
- Gold Shovel Standard Certification
Services
Foundation Drilling
Our foundation drilling services construct CIDH piles, mini-piles, and Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles ranging from 16-120 inches in diameter. We stabilize structures on unstable soils by drilling to supportive substrata, using steel reinforcement and concrete. Our low-vibration technology protects adjacent structures during installation for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Earth Shoring
We implement cantilever, secant pile walls, and tieback systems for excavations up to 100 feet deep. Our shoring solutions include soldier piles with lagging, internally braced systems, and soil nail shoring with shotcrete facing. These systems enable safe excavation near property lines while maintaining structural integrity during construction.
Landslide Mitigation
Our landslide solutions combine tieback anchors, soldier piles, and drainage systems to stabilize slopes. We install shear pins and hydraugers to control groundwater while constructing reinforced concrete beams. Our approach balances structural reinforcement with environmental considerations for residential and infrastructure projects in hillside areas.
Environmental Drilling
We provide containment solutions like secant pile cut-off walls and bentonite slurry barriers for contaminated sites. Our team installs methane wells, piezometers, and pressure grouting systems while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations. Staff hold HAZWOPER certifications for work in sensitive ecosystems and industrial sites.
Rock Drilling
Our specialized rigs core through reinforced concrete and rock formations up to 21,000 psi strength. With 10-foot diameter capacity and 100-foot depth capability, we handle projects requiring precision drilling in granite, limestone, and sandstone. Equipment includes high-torque drills with 220,000 ft./lbs. capacity for challenging geological conditions.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the western United States, including California, Nevada, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, New Mexico, and Hawaii.
What foundation drilling methods do you use?
We employ CIDH piles, mini-piles, micro-piles, and Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) techniques for diameters ranging from 16-120 inches and depths up to 120 feet.
Are you licensed for specialized drilling work?
We hold contractor licenses in six states with specialized certifications for environmental drilling, rock coring, and deep foundation construction.
How do you handle landslide repair projects?
We use tieback anchors, soldier piles, and drainage systems combined with site-specific engineering to stabilize slopes and prevent future movement.
What safety certifications do your teams hold?
Our staff maintains CPR/First Aid, Excavation Competent Person, and Confined Space Entry certifications. We received State Fund's 2008 safety recognition award.
Can you drill through solid rock formations?
Yes, our specialized rigs can core through rock up to 21,000 psi strength, including granite and limestone, with diameters up to 10 feet.
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