Licensed Drilling & Blasting · Eastern Ontario Since 1983

Rock solid work ethic. Ground breaking integrity.

Ontario's
Drilling &
Blasting
Experts.

With over 40 years of experience, Frank's Drilling & Blasting is one of Ontario's leading drilling and blasting companies. Serving the greater part of Ontario with 30+ employees, FDB delivers on even the most demanding projects — safely, reliably, on time.

Our Services
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Rock Blasting
Quarries, roads, infrastructure, residential
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Road & Infrastructure
Municipal, highway & civil projects
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Site Services
Subdivisions, basements, ponds
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Dug Wells
Licensed well contractor — MECP
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Rock Drilling
Fencing, anchors, solar farms & more
40+
Years of Experience
30+
Employees
100%
Licensed & Insured
24hr
Quote Turnaround
What We Do

Full-Service
Drilling &
Blasting

Frank's Drilling & Blasting Ltd. specializes in safe, reliable rock drilling and blasting for quarries, road construction, infrastructure improvements, subdivisions, and residential and commercial properties. We also provide rock drilling for fencing, guardrails, line drilling, and rock anchors — plus dug well installation as a licensed Ontario well contractor.

Every project starts with a clear plan and a detailed quote. We work directly with clients — no middlemen — to understand scope, identify constraints, and deliver on time and on budget. Licensed, insured, and ready to move rock.

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Rock Blasting
Safe and dependable rock blasting for quarries, road construction, infrastructure improvements, subdivisions, residential properties (basements, ponds), and commercial developments. Whatever the scale — FDB delivers.
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Dug Wells
Licensed well contractor serving Eastern Ontario. Specializing in dug/blasted wells — the best solution for properties with poor water availability where conventional deep drilling is not viable. Ministry of Environment licensed.
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ResidentialRuralMECP Licensed
Quarry Services
Production and development blasting and drilling for aggregate quarries. Maximize fragmentation and yield while minimizing vibration, flyrock, and overburden displacement. Ongoing contracts available.
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Road & Infrastructure
Precision rock removal for highway construction, municipal road projects, and infrastructure improvements across Ontario. We coordinate directly with contractors and project managers to fit your schedule.
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Site Services
Rock excavation for residential and commercial subdivisions, basement blasting, pond construction, and site preparation. We clear and level terrain to spec so your next phase begins on time.
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Rock Drilling
Reliable rock drilling for fencing and guardrails, line drilling, quarries, solar farms, and rock anchors. From post-hole drilling through solid rock to precision structural anchor systems — FDB gets it done.
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Building a new home?
We offer blasting for basements, ponds, driveways and more — bundle with your new dug well and save on mobilization costs.
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Our Story

40 Years
in the Making

Founded in 1983 and built one project at a time, FDB has grown from a single operator into one of Eastern Ontario's most trusted drilling and blasting contractors — 40+ years of showing up and getting it done.

1983
Founded by Frank Bagyan. His one-person company laid the foundation for what would become a cornerstone contractor across Eastern Ontario.
2003
Greg Parr acquires FDB. Long-time employee Greg Parr assumed the role of President, serving in that capacity until 2026 and overseeing the company's growth to 30+ employees.
2026
New ownership: Connor Paddon & Mike Gligic. FDB enters a new chapter — extending services, service area, and investing in a formal company structure with employee safety, wellness, and professional compliance programs.
Our Mission

"FDB's mission is to build on its 40-year legacy by combining deep operational expertise with a safety-first management philosophy — ensuring every client, employee, and community we work in is better for having worked with us."

By the Numbers
1983
Year Founded
30+
Employees
6+
Service Categories
ON-Wide
Service Area
Certifications & Licensing
Ontario Ministry of the Environment — Well Contractor Licence
Class 1, 2, 4 Well Technician Licences (MOE)
Required worker training & blasting competency documentation maintained
All explosives licences, permits & transport compliance — federal & provincial
Full Commercial Liability Insurance
Our Fleet

Equipment &
Capabilities

Purpose-built drilling and blasting equipment, maintained to the highest safety standards. Every piece of equipment is operator-certified and inspection-ready.

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Track-Mounted Drill Rigs
Hydraulic track drills for production quarry drilling, road construction, and site prep. Large-diameter blast holes and precision line drilling in any terrain.
Up to 6" diameter · Rock & overburden
Electronic Initiation Systems
Modern electronic detonator systems for precision delay blasting. Tighter timing = better fragmentation, less vibration, and more control in sensitive environments.
Programmable delays · ORICA & Dyno Nobel
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Bulk Explosives Equipment
Licensed bulk ANFO and emulsion loading for high-volume quarry and civil blasting. Consistent energy distribution and lower per-tonne blast cost.
ANFO · Emulsion · Pumped loading
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Seismograph Monitoring
On-site seismograph deployment for every blast. Real-time ground vibration and airblast monitoring — protecting neighbouring structures and maintaining compliance.
Instantel Minimate · PPV & airblast logging
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Portable Compressors
High-capacity air compressors for pneumatic drilling in remote or off-grid locations. Keeps rigs running where power isn't available and downtime isn't an option.
400–750 CFM · Diesel-powered
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Support Fleet
Full support fleet including drill steel carriers, shot-firers' vehicles, and site equipment. Everything needed to mobilize fast and keep your project on schedule.
Licensed transport · Province-wide coverage
Who We Work With

Built for Every Job Site

We've worked alongside some of the largest aggregate producers in Ontario and some of the smallest residential clients. Same license, same standards, same crew.

Quarry Operators
Aggregate producers and mining operations looking for a reliable blasting partner with consistent throughput and safe, repeatable results.
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Municipalities
Municipal road projects, infrastructure work, and public works contracts across Ontario. We understand government timelines and compliance requirements.
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Developers & Contractors
Residential and commercial developers, general contractors, and civil engineers who need a blasting subcontractor that shows up and delivers.
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Homeowners
Property owners needing dug wells, basement excavation, or rock removal for rural and residential projects. We make the process straightforward.
Health & Safety

Safety Is Not a Checkbox

At Frank's Drilling and Blasting, employee safety and wellness are paramount. Extensive training, community engagement, and professional conduct standards on every job site.

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Join Our Team

Careers at FDB

FDB is growing. We're looking for skilled, safety-conscious people who take pride in their work. Stable year-round employment, training support, and room to grow.

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Get In Touch

Ready to Get Started?

Tell us about your project and we'll respond within one business day with a site visit and written quote. No obligation.

Serving  Eastern Ontario
Response within  1 business day
Written quotes on  every project