Underground Utility Experts | PG&E OQ Certified

Apex Directional Drilling

A Division of Core Engineering Inc.

📞 David Lara, President
Mobile: (408) 849-6200
✉️ david@apexbore.com
🌐 www.apexbore.com

Licenses: CA #838568 (A, B, Haz)
Certifications: PG&E OQ Certified • OSHA Shoring Certified

Apex Directional is a trusted leader in trenchless construction and underground infrastructure solutions throughout the Bay Area. We specialize in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) to install critical utilities with unmatched precision and minimal surface disruption.

We offer Directional Boring for

  • Water and Force main wastewater sewer discharge

  • Natural gas service lines

  • Electrical conduit installations

  • Fiber optic and communication networks

Our focus on safety, efficiency, and quality ensures every project is delivered seamlessly while protecting the surrounding environment.


Residential & Commercial Focus
From trenching for single homes and ADUs to complex utility layouts for business parks and multi-family developments, we’ve done it all — and done it right.

Complete Utility Services
We specialize in:

  • Directional Boring & Open Trench Projects

Who We Work With

  • Residential Homeowners & Builders

  • General Contractors & Developers

  • PG&E Subcontractors

  • Commercial Property Owners

  • City Agencies & Public Works Projects

We proudly serve clients across the Northern California

Let’s Break Ground Together!


📞 Call 408*849-6200
📧 Email: david@apexbore.com
🌐 Website www.apexbore.com

Underground utility construction done right — and built to last.

 

DELIVERING SUPERIOR SERVICE THROUGH TOP-OF-THE-LINE EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY

Utilizing cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art Vermeer equipment, we efficiently complete projects with minimal disruption, significantly reducing time compared to traditional trenching and drilling methods.

Based in Santa Clara, CA, we proudly serve a 100-mile radius, extending our expertise from Pebble Beach to Walnut Creek and beyond.

About the Founder: David Lara

David Lara, Founder and Principal of Apex Directional Drilling, is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver the most accurate project results. He takes an innovative approach, thinking beyond the immediate scope to ensure clients plan effectively for future infrastructure needs—integrating essential utilities from the outset for long-term efficiency.

With a diverse background as an owner, subcontractor, and general contractor, David brings a well-rounded perspective to every project. His experience spans building spec homes, managing complex construction projects, and devising innovative solutions that go beyond conventional approaches. He is dedicated to exploring all available options, helping clients avoid outdated technologies and streamline project execution.