About Knuckles Boring ETX in Tyler, TX

Knuckles Boring ETX is a startup division providing horizontal directional drilling and utility boring services to contractors and property owners throughout Tyler and East Texas. The operation is run entirely by Micah, who performs every bore himself—meaning you work directly with the person behind the machine on every project.

Micah brings four years of boring and HDD experience to the work. He handles everything from site assessment to equipment operation to final inspection, which means there's no gap between what you discuss and what gets executed. You get one point of contact who knows every detail of your job.

This East Texas division exists because Micah wanted to stay in the region where he's raising his family rather than relocate for work. Instead of leaving, he launched a local operation focused on building relationships with East Texas contractors and homeowners. While the business inherited 40 years of established Dallas-area clients from its original purchase, this Tyler presence represents a ground-up effort to serve the local market.

The approach is practical: show up when scheduled, execute precise bores, communicate honestly about what the equipment can handle, and solve problems without creating unnecessary complications. Micah stands behind every project because he's the one who completes it.

Reach out if you need boring work scoped or scheduled in the Tyler area.

Working directly with the owner, that means direct accountability. When you call Knuckles Boring ETX, you're talking to the person who will operate the drill rig on your site. There's no subcontracting, no miscommunication between estimator and operator, and no wondering who's responsible if something needs adjustment mid-project.

Tyler's mix of residential developments and rural properties requires flexibility in approach—some sites have sandy soils that bore cleanly, while others involve clay or unpredictable underground obstacles. Micah handles site-specific challenges as they arise because he's managing both the planning and the execution.

The four years of HDD experience and eight years of heavy equipment experience in the Marine Corps translate to familiarity with common utility line installations: conduit runs for electrical and fiber, water and sewer laterals, gas line pathways, and irrigation feeds. He knows when a bore path is viable, when it requires adjustment, and when conditions call for an alternative method—and he'll tell you upfront rather than discover limitations after mobilization.

Same-day or next-day service is available for emergencies only. Standard projects are scheduled based on current workload and site readiness. After-hours calls are answered when possible, particularly for contractors managing tight deadlines or weather windows.