Underground Utility Location Services
Prevent costly utility strikes with precise GPR mapping of buried water, gas, electrical, and telecommunications infrastructure across British Columbia.
⚠️ Utility strikes cost Canadian contractors over $1 billion annually
Protect your project with professional utility location
Utilities We Locate
Comprehensive detection of all major underground utility types with risk assessment and safety recommendations.
Power lines, electrical conduits, and distribution networks
Detection Capabilities:
- High voltage transmission
- Underground power cables
- Electrical conduits
- Distribution panels
Water mains, sewer lines, and drainage systems
Detection Capabilities:
- Municipal water mains
- Sewer and storm drains
- Service connections
- Irrigation systems
Natural gas distribution and service lines
Detection Capabilities:
- High pressure gas mains
- Service connections
- Distribution networks
- Meter connections
Fiber optic, telephone, and data communication lines
Detection Capabilities:
- Fiber optic cables
- Telephone lines
- Internet infrastructure
- Cable TV systems
Industry Applications
Pre-excavation utility location for safe construction practices
Common Applications:
- Foundation excavation
- Trenching operations
- Site preparation
- Infrastructure installation
Infrastructure maintenance and expansion projects
Common Applications:
- Road construction
- Sidewalk installation
- Park development
- Utility upgrades
Rapid utility location for emergency repairs and investigations
Common Applications:
- Utility strike response
- Emergency repairs
- Damage assessment
- Service restoration
Site planning and development utility mapping
Common Applications:
- Site surveys
- Development planning
- Utility connections
- Property assessments
Our Utility Location Process
Site Assessment
Review project plans, utility records, and site conditions for comprehensive planning
GPR Scanning
Systematic GPR scanning using multiple frequencies for optimal utility detection
Marking & Mapping
Precise surface marking and GPS-referenced mapping of all detected utilities
Documentation
Comprehensive reports with CAD drawings and safety recommendations
WorkSafeBC Compliance
Regulatory Requirements:
- Pre-excavation utility location mandatory
- Professional documentation required
- Safety zone establishment
Our Compliance Support:
- Certified technicians and equipment
- Comprehensive documentation
- Insurance-ready reports
Don't Risk a Utility Strike
Protect your workers, avoid costly damages, and ensure project success with professional utility location services.