About East Coast Utility and Tom Colleran
Founded in 2008, Thomas Colleran is the owner and managing director of East Coast Utility, LLC, a company specializing in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and utility construction services. Based in New Jersey, East Coast Utility operates across several states including New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland.
Under Tom Colleran's leadership, East Coast Utility has focused on providing effective and minimally invasive drilling solutions for installing underground utilities. Colleran has played a crucial role in the company's growth and its commitment to quality and environmental sustainability.
East Coast Utility has demonstrated significant expertise in various HDD projects. For instance, they have successfully completed HDD gas work for Elizabethtown Gas and NJ Natural Gas, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of gas infrastructure with minimal surface disruption. Additionally, they have been involved in the installation of fiber optic cables at McGuire Air Force Base, ensuring robust and secure connectivity. The company has also contributed to the installation of traffic signals, leveraging HDD to improve urban infrastructure with minimal disruption to roadways. Their work on low voltage lighting along major transportation routes and fiber runs for surveillance cameras has further showcased their capability in enhancing safety and visibility through advanced horizontal directional drilling techniques.
East Coast Utility's commitment to innovative solutions and sustainable practices has solidified its reputation as a reliable partner in the utility construction industry, delivering high-quality services across a range of projects.
East Coast Utility (ECU) Horizontal Directional Drilling Services
- Trenchless Technology: Minimizes surface disruption by drilling underground.
- Pilot Hole Drilling: Initial borehole is drilled along a predetermined path.
- Reaming: Enlarges the pilot hole to the required diameter using reamers.
- Pipe Installation: Pulls back the utility pipe through the reamed hole.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for installing water, gas, sewer lines, and telecommunications cables.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduces impact on sensitive areas like wetlands and urban settings.
- Precision and Control: Uses real-time guidance systems to steer the drill accurately.