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PCI locating equipment marking utilities ahead of ground disturbance work in Edmonton

Utility Locating & GPR

Ground Disturbance Support

Complete dig-safe packages: locates, documentation and on-site support that let excavation proceed with confidence.

Ground disturbance programs on industrial sites and larger projects need more than a single locate — they need documented utility investigation, clear markings, records for the excavation permit process, and support when conditions change mid-dig.

PCI Surveys provides ground disturbance locating packages that combine private utility locating, GPR investigation, documentation and repeat-visit support, aligned with your ground disturbance procedures and permit systems, across BC, Alberta and the Yukon.

What PCI Performs

  • Pre-excavation utility investigations
  • Locate packages for ground disturbance permits
  • GPR clearance of dig areas
  • Marking maintenance and re-locates during long programs
  • Locate documentation and sketches for permit files
  • On-call support during excavation

When You Need It

  • Industrial sites operating formal ground disturbance programs
  • Pipeline and facility maintenance digs
  • Multi-phase excavation programs
  • Projects requiring documented locate records

Who Uses It

  • Industrial facility operators
  • Pipeline and energy companies
  • Civil and excavation contractors
  • Project safety teams

Deliverables

  • Documented locate reports for permit files
  • Marked dig areas with sketches and photos
  • Repeat visit records
  • Utility maps of investigated areas

PCI In The Field

Real crews. Real sites.

Ground disturbance monitoring in Northwestern BC
Locating support during ground disturbance work
Line locating ahead of drilling and excavation
Ground disturbance monitoring in the field
Private locates marked ahead of excavation
High-vis vest and warning signage before ground disturbance
GPR clearance of a dig area on an industrial lot
GPR cart clearing a work yard before excavation

Common Questions

Ground Disturbance FAQs

What are the Risks of Not Locating Utilities Before Digging?

Not locating utilities can lead to damaging lines, causing service disruptions, legal penalties, and serious safety risks, including injury or death.

Is Underground Utility Locating Required by Law?

In many areas, underground utility locating is legally required before any excavation to prevent damage and ensure public safety.

What Happens if a Utility Line is Damaged During Excavation?

If a utility line is damaged, immediately cease work, ensure safety, and contact the utility provider and emergency services if necessary.

How Can I Prepare My Site for Underground Utility Locating?

Clear the site area of debris and obstructions, provide access to technicians, and mark any known utility lines or areas of concern beforehand.

How long are locates good for?

14 days or whenever the marks have been destroyed.

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Need ground disturbance?

Send drawings, site plans or a short description. We'll review and respond with a clear scope and quote.

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