UTILITY LOCATING SERVICES

UTILITY LOCATING SERVICES

GPR utility locating and underground scanning to locate underground utilities - cables, pipes, and conduits - before digging or excavation.

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What is Utility Scanning (Utility MAPPING)?

Ground Penetrating Radar for Locating Utilities (GPR)

Utility locating - also called utility scanning - is the process of using ground penetrating radar for utility locating to find utilities before digging and confirm underground utilities in the work zone. Our underground scans support underground services verification and underground radar mapping so crews can plan excavation with fewer surprises.

• Find cables underground (power and communications)
• Find pipes underground (water, storm, sanitary)
• Locate existing services like conduits and duct banks
• Private utility locating for unknown/undocumented lines
• Scanning for underground services

Power/communications lines

Water and sanitary pipes

Voids and Unknown objects

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NOVA – ON TIME, ON SITE, WITH RESULTS YOU CAN TRUST

Share your site details and we’ll recommend the right approach for GPR locating, GPR utility survey, and underground scanning - with clear markings and practical guidance.
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YOUR PROJECT From
START TO FINISH

CONTACT US

Tell us: What area needs underground scanning? (trench line, bore path, excavation limits)

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BOOK A TEAM

We schedule a crew for GPR utility locating and underground utility detection.

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GET A SCAN

On site, we run ground penetrating radar for locating utilities and mark detected targets.

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REVIEW REPORT

Get a Job Summary Report (typically within 24 hours) supporting underground services verification.

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CUTTING & EXCAVATING

If needed, we coordinate with trades so your team understands the scan results before digging.

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CUTTING/EXCAVATING

Nova — it’s about RELIABILITY

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info@xraynova.com
Vancouver - 604-435-3771
Toronto - 647-797-6682
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Frequently asked questions

How deep does ground penetrating radar go?

Ground penetrating radar depth depends on soil conditions, moisture, congestion, and target type. We’ll confirm realistic expectations after reviewing your site. Typically, our utility scans can detect targets up to ~12 ft deep in suitable conditions.

How does GPR utility locating work?

GPR utility locating sends radar signals into the ground and interprets reflections from subsurface changes. This helps identify likely utility paths and supports scanning for underground services in the work area.

Can we add more scan areas once you’re on site?

Yes. The main limitation is schedule and site access. Our goal is helping you clear the work safely, not limiting you to the original list.

How reliable is GPR utility locating?

GPR is reliable when used properly. With our team’s 15 years’ experience and top-tier gear, we deliver solid results.

What are the limits of GPR for utility locating?

GPR detects changes/reflections in subsurface materials. Depth and object identification can be affected by wet soils, clay, rebar/mesh, congested utility corridors, and site conditions.