Private Utility Locating Service

Private utility locating helps us to identify underground utilities in private properties. All utilities that are found will be visually marked with paint, letting all field personnel know that they need to avoid that area. Some of the utilities that are typically discovered and marked include:

• Gas pipes
• Backup generator lines
• Sewer laterals
• Septic tank pipes
• Irrigation systems
• Storm drains
• Site lighting lines
• Telecommunication lines

Private utility locating services are also useful in facilities like industries, schools, hospitals, apartments, and military installations that are not considered public-owned. These utilities are below the ground and may not be visible, so calling for private utility locating services is the best thing to do.
Performing an excavation before locating private utilities can lead to severe injuries to construction workers. Also, fixing or repairing damaged underground utilities can be expensive and time-consuming. Sometimes the repair may involve trenching or drilling the entire area. If an underground utility is damaged, it’s up to the project manager on-site to fix it as soon as possible.