About Us

We’re more than a contractor—we’re a long-term partner for utility companies, general contractors, developers, energy providers, and cooperatives.

WHO WE ARE

Our Story

ERTEL joined Black Diamond Industries in the fall of 2024, marking a significant investment in growth and capability. Over the years, we’ve expanded our fleet with new excavators, horizontal directional drills, and hydraulic fusion equipment—enhancing our ability to handle projects large and small with precision and efficiency.

Our People

We believe that people make the difference. Our team includes:

  • Full-time certified pipeline welder
  • Experienced equipment operators and line installers
  • In-house mechanics maintaining peak performance
  • Office support staff who ensure clear communication throughout every project

Our Clients

ERTEL has proudly served:

  • Dominion Energy
  • Phases of Cane Bay, Nexton, Daniel Island, and Summers Corner
  • Gas line installation beneath Joe Riley Stadium

Our experience ranges from individual hookups to multi-mile commercial pipeline installations.

Our Commitment

We’re more than a contractor—we’re a long-term partner for utility companies, general contractors, developers, energy providers, and cooperatives. Our goal is to build infrastructure that lasts, while protecting the environment and community around it.

Infrastructure shouldn’t come at the cost of the environment. ERTEL combines full-service utility installation with advanced, low-impact boring and excavation technology. By handling everything in-house, we reduce site footprints and protect developed landscapes, making us the ideal partner for utility work in South Carolina’s busiest corridors and most sensitive coastal areas.

Our People

We believe that people make the difference and ours are dedicated to quality work.

What We Do

We provides full-service installation and maintenance services.

Our Team

Layne King

Electric Operations Manager

Steven Sprouse

Gas Operations Manager

Michael Fitzpatrick

Field Operations Manager

Tracie Martin

Payroll and Fleet Coordinator

Stephanie Roberts

Contract Administrator

Raymond Colson

Safety Coordinator

Michael Crosby

Training and Certification Coordinator

Missi Whoten

Office Administrative Assistant

Our Client

Companies we've worked with

gulfstream
dominionEnergy