One Foot At A Time
Presented by DrilRite Chem, "One Foot at a Time" is the podcast dedicated to the world of horizontal directional drilling. Each episode features a new guest from the HDD industry—drillers, engineers, company owners, and more—sharing their career paths, lessons learned, and real stories from the jobsite. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been in the game for years, this show is here to celebrate the craft, grow the industry, and pass down the knowledge—one foot at a time.
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One Foot At A Time
Episode 15: Frank Duregger of HDD Supply & Equipment on growing with his customers.
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In Episode 15 of the One Foot At A Time podcast, we sit down with Frank Duregger, owner of HDD Supply & Equipment in Florida, to talk about his path in the horizontal directional drilling industry and how he built his business by growing alongside his customers. Frank shares how hands-on service, strong relationships, and a contractor-first mindset helped him earn trust in a competitive market. We discuss the realities of supporting crews in the field, the importance of being present on the jobsite, and what it takes to build a reputation that keeps customers coming back. If you work in horizontal directional drilling, run a crew, or supply the industry, this episode offers practical insight into the value of relationships and long-term growth in HDD.