Auger Drill Rigs

What is Auger Drilling and When is it Used?

Auger drilling is a method that uses a rotary drill with a helical screw blade (auger) to drill holes into the ground. This drilling technique creates a pilot hole and forms the path for a larger drill bit, allowing drillers to extract soil samples. It’s an effective method for environments with loose soil conditions to more cohesive subsurface conditions.

There are several types of augers involved in the drilling process, each designed for specific conditions:

• Hollow Stem Augers: Ideal for softer terrains, these augers allow for easy soil sampling and are commonly used in geotechnical investigations.

• Continuous Flight Augers: A variation of the hollow stem auger, continuous flight augers are used for creating deep foundation holes, offering greater depth and efficiency.

• Solid Flight Augers: Built for tougher rock and soil layers, solid flight augers are used in more challenging drilling environments where greater force is needed for harder surfaces.

Auger drilling is an effective soil sampling system for geotechnical analysis. It allows drillers to collect samples that are undisturbed and representative of the subsurface environment. Key applications for auger drilling include:

• Construction projects
• Agriculture
• Geotechnical projects
• Environmental assessment
• Utility installation

Where Can You Rent Auger Drill Rigs?

You can rent auger drill rigs right here at Rig Source!

We are a comprehensive rental center for auger equipment and have a full lineup of auger rigs available to support your company’s various drilling needs. When you choose Rig Source for auger drill rig rentals, you can rest assured that your unit is in outstanding condition and ready to work. Our rental department is excellent at providing you with various rental options that include weekly and monthly rental rates. We also work directly with vendors to get the tooling you need ready for your scheduled rental period and secure transportation if needed, so all you need to do is focus on getting your job done. You won’t find another rental center like us!

Auger Drill Rig Buying Options

In addition to providing our customers with auger drill rig rentals, Rig Source has auger drill rigs for sale in both truck and track mount. We have an experienced team available to complete a variety of drilling services, including remounts of your existing auger drills if you find yourself needing a different mount option. At Rig Source, we look to exceed your expectations, and our sales team will do what it takes to get you the auger rig that does just that!