Professional Bore Drilling in Orange

Contact Us

Family Owned & Operated

For over four decades, McKechnie Drilling Services has proudly served the Orange community with well-rounded domestic, commercial, agricultural and mining drilling services. As a family owned and operated enterprise, we provide unbeatable quality when it comes to water bore drilling and mining exploration. 


Our perfect track record of success is something we take great pride in—let us show you what we can do! For more information, get in touch with our team today on (02) 6372 6558.

Get in Touch
Drilling Machine — Mining Exploration in Orange, NSW
Drilling Tractor — Mining Exploration in Orange, NSW

What We Do

If it involves drilling, we’ve got it covered at McKechnie’s Drilling Services! Our services include:

  • Irrigation boring
  • Bore construction & design
  • Bore repairs
  • Town water supply bores
  • Hydrogeological studies
  • Groundwater modelling
  • Aquifer testing
  • Hydrochemistry
  • Borehole geophysics

And that’s just the start!


Contact our team today to get started on your next drilling project.

Let’s Go

Orange Services

Bring water to your home quickly and easily with our reliable water boring services. With our licensed and experienced team in Orange, we are the ultimate choice for all of your water drilling needs. We can help with everything from irrigation to stock, domestic and town water supply bores.

Ready to take your mining exploration to the next level? Our expert exploration drilling contractors are here to help! We offer a full range of services in Orange—from bore construction design to hydrogeological and geophysical analysis. No matter how deep you dig, we'll make sure your exploration is successful.

Our locally owned and operated business is committed to providing Orange customers with prompt, professional and dependable drilling services. Safety is at the heart of all that we do, and we’re a proud member of the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA).

Our Drilling Rigs

We have a great fleet of high-quality equipment at our disposal here at McKechnie Drilling Services. Check out some of our drilling rigs below:


  • Schram TH64
  • UDR 650
  • McCulloch DR800 MK2
  • Ingersol Rand T4
  • Sheroto Foundation Track Rig Cat Mounted


We’re fully licensed, insured and ready to tackle any drilling job. We adhere to all OHS regulations and operate in a safe manner.

Make A Booking
Hydraulic Breaker Hammer — Mining Exploration in Orange, NSW

Contact Us In Orange, NSW

Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How deep will a bore go?

    Bores can be drilled to depths of up to 200 metres depending on the soil type, water table and other factors.

  • How long does it take to drill a bore?

    Depending on the depth required, most bores can be constructed in 2-5 days from start to finish. However, this time may be extended if challenging conditions are encountered.

  • What is the best way to locate a bore?

    The best way to locate a bore is through using modern geo-location technology. This tech enables drilling professionals to identify the most suitable spot for a bore and carry out detailed testing to confirm water availability.

  • Is there any disruption while drilling a bore?

    Modern, advanced equipment allows for bores to be drilled with minimal disruption. The tools drilling specialists use operate with low noise and vibration to ensure minimum disturbance during the drilling process.

Ask A Question