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Big Sky Utilities, LLC

Experts in Trenchless Technologies

Leading the industry with safe, professional, efficient utilities placement.

We’re a boring company, with a boring job!

Big Sky Utilities, LLC specializes in underground utility infrastructure with advanced horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and plowing techniques. Since 2011, we've been delivering safe, professional, and efficient utility placement services across Western Montana.

Discover Big Sky Utilities expert utilities placement and horizontal drilling services across Western Montana. Get a free estimate for tailored, efficient solutions today.

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Our Expertise

Utility Placement & Infrastructure Support:

  • Telecommunications, grid work, water works, gas, and storm systems

  • Turnkey operations to streamline project execution

Specialized Excavation Services:

  • Trenchless and long-haul trenching

  • Traffic control and site planning

  • Site cleanup and landscape restoration

Comprehensive Project Support:

  • Advanced drilling techniques for minimal disruption

  • Assistance with plan and profile creation for undefined projects

  • Coordination with permitting entities, utility locators, and engineers

With Big Sky Utilities, your vision and planning become a reality, backed by a team that guarantees its work.

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About Big Sky Utilities

Based in Butte, Montana, Big Sky Utilities, LLC is a locally owned and operated utilities placement contractor proudly serving all of Western Montana.

We are a versatile team delivering tailored solutions to meet diverse client needs. With over a decade of experience in the Rocky Mountain region, we combine "big-city" capabilities with "in your neighborhood" responsiveness, ensuring your project receives the care and attention it deserves.

We are licensed and insured, offering a fleet of hydrovacs, excavators, plows, and directional drills operated by an experienced team to deliver reliable local utility installation and horizontal directional drilling services.

Whether working on residential, commercial, or large-scale projects, our focus remains on safety, professionalism, and minimal disruption.

What We Offer

  • Trenchless Bore & Plow Technology

    Trenchless Bore & Plow Technology

    Advanced drilling techniques for minimal disruption - serving your needs for installation of fiber, water, sewer, gas (certified), electric, and irrigation.

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    Project Coordination

    We provide assistance with plan and profile creation for undefined projects and coordination with third parties including permitting entities, utility locators, and engineers.

  • Delicate Landscapes

    Specialized Projects

    We are experts at working in delicate landscapes, historical areas, and congested locations as well as more complex environments such as river, roads, or railroad crossings.

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    Expertise & Equipment

    Our team handles a variety of projects ranging from ¾" to 12” pipe or conduit placement, drop line work, fiber optic networks, sprinkler systems, and large pipelines.

Our Service Area

We serve all of Western Montana and beyond, leveraging our local knowledge with our specialized skills to handle the challenging terrain of the Rocky Mountain region with safety, professionalism, and efficiency.

Book a Free Consultation

Give us a call to discuss your project’s unique needs and nuances. We’ll prepare a free estimate and walk you through every step of the process.

Why choose Big Sky Utilities, LLC?

  • Decades of Experience: Over 15 years in the industry, setting the bar for underground utility and trenchless technologies.

  • Tailored Solutions: We work closely with our clients to deliver customized solutions for utilities and excavation needs.

  • Reliable Team: A dedicated and versatile team of professionals who bring pride, dignity, and expertise to every project.

  • Guaranteed Work: We stand behind the quality of our services, ensuring satisfaction from start to finish.

  • Strong Relationships: Our top priority is building partnerships that last a lifetime.

  • Licensed & Insured

Serving all of Western Montana

Let’s Work Together!

We would love to hear about your project and offer you a free estimate!

Eli Estenson: 406-461-2389 | eli@bigskyutilities.com

Steve McCurry: 406-560-2803 | steve@bigskyutilities.com

Contact us