AboutDavid Traugott Expertise I can answer questions related to the technical issues associated with the drilling and completing of oil and gas wells; very familiar with the cementing process and LWD tools. Limited knowledge of mineral rights and/or royalties.
Experience Twelve years working as an engineer in the industry both in the field and in the office. Field locations include offshore, land, and overseas. Office locations include Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX.
Organizations SPE, AADE, IADC, API, IEEE
Publications SPE Drilling and Completion Magazine
Education/Credentials -Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1995
-Currently working on MBA, 2010 (anticipated)
Past/Present Clients Major and Independent Oil and Gas Companies.
Expert: David Traugott Date: 6/18/2008 Subject: Natural Gas Exploration???????
Question Hi David. I would like to know the process of exploring for natural gas on my vacant 32 acres in south Louisiana? I was told from my dad that the neighbors of this land( some 50-60 years ago), heated their house from gas coming from a pipe he drilled on his property...... I really think there is gas under this land..... I just don't know the process I would have to go through or the contacts! Thanks for your help! Ed.
Answer The process is quite involved and can get expensive in a hurry. Perhaps the best option for you would be to hire a turnkey operator to drill some wells; here are some links.
