Di Drill Survey Services

What Di Drill Survey Services does

Di Drill Survey Services is a privately held, Bakersfield, California-based oilfield services company that delivers specialized downhole survey, directional drilling, cased hole, and complex plug and abandonment (P&A) services to the oil and gas and geothermal energy industries. The company organizes its offering around five service lines: Complex P&A (anchored by the WellDone™ service and three proprietary magnetic ranging sub-systems — DeadSet™ active ranging with onboard in-line gyro and 150+ ft detection, Torped™ at-bit active ranging with 250+ ft detection, and EverReady™ passive ranging with a proprietary residual-magnetism algorithm), Wellbore Surveying (North-Seeking Gyro with no moving parts, Gyro Orienting, and Electronic Multi-Shot Surveying), Directional Drilling (including Gyro-While-Drilling integration with standard MWD data streams and project engineering support), Cased Hole Services (HPHT downhole cameras, calipers, casing thickness measurement, radial bond logging, pressure/temperature/flow spinner, and mechanical slickline tools), and Hoisting Equipment (seven- and mono-conductor wireline units, offshore wireline skid units, and truck-mounted slickline units).

The business operates as a B2B enterprise field-services provider, engaging directly with major oil and gas operators and geothermal energy companies on a consultative, project-based sales motion. Revenue is generated through two streams: specialized oilfield services priced on project scope and complexity (professional services), and equipment rental/deployment of proprietary wireline units, skid units, and non-magnetic collars (usage-based). Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quoted per project. The company claims over 40 years of industry experience, four generations of family heritage in oil and gas, and a global delivery footprint from its Bakersfield headquarters using experienced field personnel deployed across the US and internationally. It is led by President Daniel McCall and shows no evidence of public listing, institutional investment, M&A activity, or external partnerships in the source material.

Name

Di Drill Survey Services

Legal name

Di Drill Survey Services

Website

https://didrill.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Di Drill Survey Services is a privately held Bakersfield, California-based oilfield services company that delivers complex plug and abandonment, magnetic ranging, gyro wellbore surveying, directional drilling, and cased hole services to oil and gas operators and geothermal energy companies globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Oilfield Well Services

NAICS

Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (541360), Support Activities for Mining (213)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Exploration Services (1382)

akta.pro primary industry

Completion Tools & Subsurface Equipment (Packers, Liners, Valves, Sand Control) (EUALABAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Geothermal Drilling & Well Construction (Production/Injection, Directional, Well Services) (EUAMAEAB)

Keywords

• Wellbore surveying services
• Plug and abandonment
• Directional drilling services
• Magnetic ranging systems
• Cased hole services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bakersfield

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. Specialized Oilfield Services: Di Drill generates revenue through providing specialized downhole services including directional drilling, well surveying, cased hole services, and complex plug and abandonment operations. Services are delivered by experienced field personnel using proprietary equipment, with pricing based on project scope and complexity.
2. Equipment Rental and Deployment: Revenue from deployment of specialized wireline units (seven-conductor, mono-conductor, slickline units), skid units for offshore deployments, and tool rental services including non-magnetic collar rentals for electronic multi-shot surveying operations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Di Drill Survey Services delivers specialized high-temperature downhole surveying, directional drilling, and complex plug & abandonment (P&A) services to oil & gas operators and geothermal energy companies. The company employs proprietary magnetic ranging systems (DeadSet™, Torped™, EverReady™), North-Seeking Gyro technology, and specialized wireline units to provide precise well placement, well integrity assessment, and well abandonment operations across California and globally.

Product overview

Di Drill Survey Services offers a comprehensive portfolio of oilfield services organized around five core service lines: Complex Plug & Abandonment (featuring WellDone™ as the flagship service, with DeadSet™, Torped™, and EverReady™ magnetic ranging sub-products), Wellbore Surveying (North-Seeking Gyro Surveying, Gyro Orienting, and Electronic Multi-Shot Surveying), Directional Drilling (directional drilling service with Gyro-While-Drilling capability and project engineering support), Cased Hole Services (Pressure Temperature Spinner, Downhole Cameras, Downhole Calipers, Casing Thickness Measurement, Radial Bond Logging, and Mechanical Slickline Tools), and Hoisting Equipment (Seven- & Mono-Conductor Wireline, Skid Units for Offshore, and Slickline Units). The company serves the O&G and Geothermal markets with high-temperature survey services, positioning magnetic ranging technology as a key differentiator across its P&A and drilling offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WellDone™ Complex P&A: Complex Plug & Abandonment technology for routine and emergency well plugging services.
• DeadSet™
• Torped™
• EverReady™

Products and services

• WellDone™ Complex Plug & Abandonment Expert well plugging and abandonment service for both routine and emergency needs, combining cutting-edge technology with experienced personnel and comprehensive engineering, planning, and execution. Targeted at oil & gas and geothermal operators needing to intercept and plug wells, including complex P&A projects in California and globally.
• DeadSet™ Magnetic Ranging System Active magnetic ranging system engineered for intricate plug and abandonment operations in California and globally. Deployed via Di Drill's specialized 7-conductor wireline unit in open hole or through 1 7/8" ID pipe, featuring an industry-first onboard in-line gyro and ultra-long-range detection of over 150 feet without requiring access to adjacent wells.
• Torped™ At-Bit Active Ranging System At-bit active ranging system designed to accurately determine distance and direction from the bit in the drilling well to an offset wellbore. Compatible with any motor, integrated via a bit sub, and deployed with Di Drill's wireline receiver in the offset well via mono-conductor wireline, offering ultra-long-range detection exceeding 250 feet. Requires access to the adjacent well.
• EverReady™ Passive Magnetic Ranging Service Passive magnetic ranging service that measures residual magnetism of target well tubulars. Uses Di Drill's proprietary algorithm to generate precise distance and direction to the target, integrated with an ultra-high-resolution wireline receiver and Di Drill's own MWD or third-party standard MWD. All interpretation is performed offsite for short call-out time and deployment flexibility.
• North-Seeking Gyro Surveying High-accuracy North-Seeking Gyro survey system featuring a robust sensor without moving parts for unparalleled downhole durability and reliability. Deployable via electric line, slickline, or inside drill string for operational flexibility, providing precise downhole directional survey data for operators.
• Electronic Multi-Shot Surveying (EMS) Precision, cost-efficient electronic multi-shot survey system provided with a comprehensive kit and non-magnetic collar rentals, supporting regulatory compliance for survey operations.
• Directional Drilling Service Directional drilling services achieving optimal drilling performance through meticulous planning, leveraging experienced personnel who have drilled across various fields in the United States and globally, supported by field-proven advanced equipment.
• Gyro-While-Drilling Service Gyro-While-Drilling service that integrates North-Seeking Gyro measurements with a standard MWD data stream to deliver outstanding survey accuracy, enhanced operational speed, reduced operating costs, and minimized survey time compared to traditional mechanical gyro tools.
• Cased Hole Services Cased hole services providing valuable insights into well performance, including Pressure Temperature Spinner tools, HPHT-rated Downhole Cameras, Downhole Calipers, Magnetic Thickness Inspection (MTI) casing thickness tools, Radial Bond Logging for cement integrity assessment, and Mechanical Slickline Tools for intervention and well diagnostics.
• Hoisting Equipment & Wireline Services Hoisting equipment and wireline services encompassing seven- and mono-conductor wireline units (supporting advanced services like DeadSet™ deployment), offshore-engineered wireline skid units optimized for space efficiency, and truck-mounted slickline units for streamlined well intervention in rig and rigless environments.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Hunting PLC: Hunting manufactures and supplies oilfield equipment including downhole tools and accessories, with overlap to Di Drill's wireline equipment and cased hole tool offerings, though operating at a much larger scale.
• Halliburton: Halliburton is a major oilfield services conglomerate offering directional drilling, surveying, P&A, and wireline services globally. While not focused solely on the niche Di Drill occupies, it competes on many of the same contracts with broader portfolios.
• SLB (Schlumberger): SLB is the largest diversified oilfield services company, providing drilling, surveying, completion, and intervention services. It competes with Di Drill across most service lines, particularly in wireline and drilling.
• Weatherford International: Weatherford provides drilling, evaluation, and intervention services including wireline tools and P&A offerings, making it a broad incumbent competitor to Di Drill's specialized service portfolio.
• Baker Hughes: Baker Hughes is a major oilfield services and equipment provider offering drilling, completions, and intervention services. Its wireline and drilling segments directly overlap with Di Drill's offerings.

Direct peers

• Gyrodata: Gyrodata is a leading provider of wellbore surveying and gyro-while-drilling services, directly competing with Di Drill's North-Seeking Gyro and Gyro-While-Drilling offerings across the same operator customer base.
• Vector Magnetics: Vector Magnetics specializes in magnetic ranging technology for wellbore interception and P&A, directly competing with Di Drill's DeadSet™, Torped™, and EverReady™ magnetic ranging systems in complex plug & abandonment operations.
• Scientific Drilling International: SDI provides directional drilling, wellbore surveying, and downhole tools, overlapping with Di Drill's directional drilling service, wellbore surveying, and cased hole portfolio for oil & gas operators.
• Welltec: Welltec is a specialist in well intervention and P&A operations, with proprietary downhole robotics and conveyance technologies that compete directly with Di Drill's complex plug & abandonment capabilities.

Regional players

• Calfrac Well Services: Calfrac is a North American-focused oilfield services company with pressure pumping and well intervention services. While geographically concentrated in Canada/US, it operates in adjacent well-services categories to Di Drill.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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