ServicesPre-Construction Locating
Comprehensive subsurface intelligence before ground breaks

Pre-Construction Locating

Development projects require a complete picture of what's underground before design finalizes and ground breaks. Our pre-construction locating service combines multi-technology scanning with CAD deliverables, giving engineers and contractors the subsurface intelligence they need for foundation design, shoring plans, and municipal permit applications — across Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, and Gulf Islands BC.

Applications
Development site utility mapping
Foundation excavation clearance
New subdivision planning
Municipal permit support
Shoring and anchoring design
Underground parking design
Specifications
DeliverablesCAD/DWG + PDF
CoverageUp to 10,000 m²/day
AccuracyMeets BC 1 Call standards
Turnaround48-hour reports

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Our Process
01

Drawing Review

Review of site plans, municipal utility records, and as-built drawings.

02

Site Walkthrough

Visual inspection of surface indicators, valve boxes, and surface infrastructure.

03

Multi-Technology Scan

Combined GPR and EM scanning across the full site footprint.

04

3D CAD Compilation

All detected utilities compiled into a georeferenced CAD drawing.

05

Permit-Ready Report

Full written report with CAD/DWG and PDF deliverables for permit submission.