Straub

What Straub does

Straub Corporation is a privately held, family-owned professional services firm founded in 1957 and headquartered in Stanton, Texas. The company delivers integrated groundwater, geoscience, drilling, and land/mineral management services to municipalities, energy producers, agricultural operations, and private landowners across the Permian Basin in Texas and New Mexico. It operates through three interlocking divisions: Geoscience (subsurface visualization, geophysical modeling using AGI SuperSting/EarthImager, borehole logging, and aquifer characterization via AQTESOLV), Drilling (exploratory and production wells, aquifer testing, water-quality/isotope sampling, and turnkey project management), and Land & Mineral (surface rights, mineral interest management, and acquisition/divestiture services).

The firm's underlying technology stack combines commercial geoscience and engineering software with proprietary drilling workflows refined over thousands of wells and a GIS-integrated subsurface database accumulated across six decades of Permian Basin field work. Specialized offerings include a Zombie Well Investigative Unit addressing leaking legacy oil, gas, and water wells. The business model is project-based professional services with quotes driven by scope and complexity; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Distribution is direct, delivered through field-deployed rigs and credentialed staff (Licensed Professional Geoscientists, Master Pump Installers, Certified Mineral Managers, Registered Professional Landmen) operating under multi-state licensure. Marketing is relationship- and reputation-driven rather than digital.

Name

Straub

Legal name

Straub Corporation

Website

https://straubcorporation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Straub Corporation is a family-owned Permian Basin professional services firm providing integrated groundwater exploration, drilling, and land/mineral management to municipalities, energy producers, agricultural operations, and private landowners in Texas and New Mexico.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Groundwater and Geoscience Services

NAICS

Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (541360), Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations (213112)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Exploration Services (1382), Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389)

akta.pro primary industry

Seismic & Geoscience Services (Acquisition, Processing, Interpretation) (EUALABAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Well Intervention, Workover & Integrity Management (EUALAAAJ)

Keywords

• Water well drilling
• Groundwater exploration services
• Hydrogeology consulting
• Mineral rights management
• Borehole geophysical logging

Headquarters

HQ city

Stanton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Professional Geoscience Services: Full-service hydrogeologic exploration services including subsurface geologic mapping, exploration, and aquifer testing and analysis for municipalities, companies, and individuals with specialized groundwater needs.
2. Drilling Services: Quality professional drilling services including exploratory and production wells, turnkey project management from permitting through pump outfitting, and water-quality sampling under QA/QC protocols.
3. Land and Mineral Services: Surface rights, mineral rights management, title research, damage negotiations, mineral acquisition and divestiture services, and division order review.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Core offering

Straub Corporation is a licensed professional geoscience and drilling firm providing integrated groundwater exploration and development services across the Permian Basin. The portfolio spans three divisions: Geoscience (subsurface visualization, geophysical modeling, borehole logging), Drilling (exploratory and production wells, aquifer testing, water-quality sampling, turnkey project management), and Land & Mineral (surface rights, mineral interest management, mineral acquisition/divestiture). Services cover every stage from initial siting and permitting through pump outfitting, plus specialized offerings such as Zombie Well investigations and litigation support.

Product overview

Straub Corporation is a Licensed Professional Geoscience and Drilling Firm providing integrated groundwater exploration and development services across the Permian Basin. The company operates three interconnected service divisions: Geoscience (subsurface visualization, geophysical modeling, borehole logging, and groundwater resource development), Drilling (exploratory and production wells, aquifer testing, water-quality sampling, and turnkey project management), and Land & Mineral (surface rights services, mineral interest management, and mineral acquisition/divestiture). The portfolio is unified by the company's hydrogeologic expertise and six decades of field experience serving municipalities, agriculture, energy producers, and private landowners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Groundwater Resource Exploration and Development Integrated hydrogeologic exploration services that identify, characterize, and develop groundwater resources for municipalities, energy producers, agricultural operations, and private landowners; includes subsurface geologic mapping, exploration drilling, and aquifer testing and analysis.
• Litigation Support Expert hydrogeologic and geoscientific support for legal cases involving complex water disputes and groundwater-related litigation, including expert testimony and technical analysis.
• Exploratory and Production Well Drilling Design and construction of exploratory and production wells from initial siting through final pump tests, maximizing yield while protecting aquifer integrity using a proprietary drilling workflow.
• Turnkey Well Project Management End-to-end project management covering permitting, drill supervision, casing, screen installation, and pump outfitting for groundwater development projects.
• Aquifer Testing and Characterization Hydrogeologic services including step-rate, constant-rate, and recovery drawdown tests to determine transmissivity, storativity, and sustainable pumping rates.
• Water-Quality and Isotope Sampling Collection of surface and subsurface water samples under QA/QC protocols with advanced isotope analysis to trace recharge sources and detect contamination.
• Subsurface Graphics and Modeling Manual, graphical, and electronic subsurface visualization using Golden Software Surfer for 2D/3D surface modeling and Strater for borehole and well log displays, integrated into GIS platforms.
• Geophysical Modeling and Surface Data Acquisition High-resolution subsurface imaging and geophysical data acquisition using AGI SuperSting electrical resistivity systems and EarthImager software.
• Borehole Geophysical Logging Collection and interpretation of subsurface borehole geophysical data using standard API Triple-Combo logging equipment and formats.
• Zombie Well Investigative Unit Specialized investigation of leaking legacy oil, gas, and water wells combining boots-on-the-ground field science with regulatory expertise to solve well integrity challenges.
• Surface Rights Services Certified easement and right-of-way agent services for surface and water rights, including damage agreement drafting, title document research, and acquisitions/divestitures.
• Mineral Interest Management Comprehensive mineral rights services including digital organization of mineral interests, division order review, title due diligence, and representation as agent with oil and gas companies.
• Mineral Acquisition and Divestiture Services Full-service mineral property transaction support including title and ownership research, title defect identification and cure, rights and obligations management, and negotiation for acquisition, divestiture, and unitization.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• International Right of Way AssociationminorOthersStaff members are active members of the International Right of Way Association, ensuring current knowledge of easement and right-of-way standards and best practices for surface rights services.
• American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL)minorOthersStaff members maintain membership in AAPL as Registered Professional Landmen, providing professional credentials and industry standards adherence for land and mineral management services.
• National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO)minorOthersStaff members include NARO Certified Mineral Managers, providing expertise in mineral rights and dedication to client advocacy for royalty owners.
• National Association of Division Order Analysts (NADOA)minorOthersStaff members maintain professional affiliation with NADOA for division order analysis and accuracy review services.
• Texas Real Estate CommissionminorOthersCertified Easement/Right-of-Way Agents registered with the Texas Real Estate Commission for surface and water rights transactions in Texas.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Tetra Tech: Global consulting and engineering firm with a leading water resources and environmental practice. Provides overlapping services to Straub's geoscience and groundwater development offerings, but at much larger scale and with broader geographic and sector diversification.
• Golder Associates (now part of WSP): Global environmental and geoscience consultancy (now integrated within WSP) known for hydrogeology, groundwater modeling, and contaminated site work. Overlaps with Straub's geoscience and aquifer characterization services at a much broader scale.
• Geosyntec Consultants: Specialized environmental and geotechnical consulting firm focused on complex subsurface, water, and contamination projects. Comparable to Straub on geophysical investigation and hydrogeology, though operating at national scale across many more verticals.
• Stantec: Global engineering, environmental, and water resources consultancy. Competes with Straub on groundwater development, environmental permitting, and water supply studies, with the scale advantages of a publicly listed firm.

Regional players

• Freese and Nichols: Texas-based engineering and environmental firm specializing in water resources, water supply, and wastewater infrastructure across the Southwest. Comparable to Straub on Texas-focused water and hydrogeology work, with stronger municipal engineering depth and broader service portfolio.
• Halff Associates: Texas-headquartered engineering and environmental consulting firm serving municipal, energy, and private clients across the Southwest. Comparable to Straub on regional water resources, environmental, and land management services in the same Texas geography.

Direct peers

• Layne Water Resources (Granite Construction): One of the largest water well drilling and groundwater services firms in the US, historically serving municipal, agricultural, and industrial water customers. Directly comparable to Straub on water well drilling, aquifer testing, and hydrogeology service lines, but at substantially greater geographic and operational scale.
• SWCA Environmental Consultants: Employee-owned environmental consulting firm offering geoscience, hydrology, and natural resource services across the western US. Directly comparable to Straub on subsurface investigation, hydrogeology, and environmental permitting work, with a similar regional focus on the Southwest.
• Daniel B. Stephens & Associates (DBS&A): Hydrogeology and water resources consulting firm providing aquifer characterization, groundwater modeling, and water supply development. Highly comparable to Straub's geoscience and aquifer testing offerings, with overlap in serving municipal and agricultural clients in the Southwest.

Emerging players

• Haley & Aldrich: Environmental and geotechnical engineering firm with strong subsurface investigation and groundwater practices. Comparable to Straub on hydrogeology and subsurface characterization, with overlap in energy-sector clients but a broader national footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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