Locate With Precision

At NG Companies, we provide responsive and accurate utility locating services that help you identify and map subsurface utilities within your project area. With our advanced equipment and experienced team, we make what’s hidden below ground visible. As a result, you improve safety, reduce risk, and keep your project moving forward without unnecessary delays.


What Is Utility Locating?

Utility locating is the process of identifying underground utilities before excavation or construction begins. At NG Companies, we carefully detect and mark essential assets such as electrical lines, gas pipelines, water mains, and communication cables. By doing this early in the process, we help you avoid costly damage and unexpected interruptions. In addition, our locating services work seamlessly with hydrovac and other subsurface solutions, so you gain a clear and complete understanding of site conditions before breaking ground.

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Locate the Utilities You’re Looking For, Protect Those You Aren’t

NG Companies’ utility locating services are pivotal in mitigating risks and ensuring the success of your construction or maintenance projects. Our state-of-the-art technology and skilled technicians combine to accurately identify and map subsurface utilities, preventing costly damages and delays. With our precision locating, you can proceed with your projects confidently, knowing that the groundwork is accurately laid out and secure.

Electromagnetic Scanning
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
Utility Marking and Mapping
GIS Integration

Could Your Project Benefit From Utility Locating Services?

If you have a project you think could use professional utility locating services, give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.

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Utility Locating Expertise Backed By Customer Service

Choosing NG Companies for your utility locating needs unlocks a range of invaluable benefits. Our commitment to responsive service, accelerated production, and safety assurance ensures that your projects are not just efficient but also completed with the utmost care and precision.

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NG Companies Prevents Avoidable Damage and Risks For Maximum Protection

NG Companies’ utility locating services are more than just a contractual obligation, they are the key to a smoother, safer, and more efficient project experience. By preventing costly utility damage and delays, we can help you save time and money while ensuring the safety of your team and the surrounding community.

Avoidable Operator Error

34,000 underground utility strikes happen yearly from locator errors. NG Companies cuts this risk with top-notch training and techniques.

Avoidable Inaccuracy

Over 3,550 utility strikes in 2022 were due to faulty maps. NG Companies uses advanced technology to ensure higher accuracy and prevent strikes.

Avoidable Safety Risks

In the last 20 years, underground utility strikes have resulted in 2,000 personal injuries in the U.S. NG Companies uses accurate utility locating to protect workers and civilians.

Responsive Service

We understand the urgency of your projects; therefore, our utility locating team responds quickly to assess your needs. From the very beginning, we gather the right information to support your timeline. As a result, you receive accurate data faster and keep your projects moving forward without unnecessary delays.

Accelerated Production

Locating underground utilities quickly and accurately helps streamline overall project production, especially in sensitive or hazardous environments. Because we identify potential risks early, crews can plan their work more effectively. In addition, clear and precise utility data gives your team the confidence to operate efficiently. As a result, productivity improves while costly interruptions are reduced.

Safety Assurance

Utility locating services play a critical role in protecting both workers and the surrounding community. By identifying underground hazards in advance, we help prevent accidents and unexpected utility disruptions. Furthermore, proactive locating reduces the risk of damage to essential infrastructure. Overall, this process strengthens safety on every job site.

Combine Utility Locating With Other Services for Turnkey Utility Protection

Merging utility locating with additional services creates a more complete and strategic approach to subsurface management. By combining these solutions, we enhance project safety, efficiency, and overall accuracy. In addition, this integrated approach strengthens coordination across every phase of the project. As a result, we ensure comprehensive utility protection and accurately identify and manage all underground assets throughout the construction process. Ultimately, this proactive strategy reduces risk and supports smoother project execution.

“NG Companies utility locating division is the first step in minimizing the risk of utility strikes on our clients' job sites. Each of our Utility Locating Project Managers completes an eight-week training program that covers the safe operation of equipment on job sites and the utilization of our unique 5-step utility locating protocol.”
James Ross
Director of Utility Locating, NG Companies

Frequently Asked Questions About Utility Locating

Learn more about what sets NG Companies apart as a private damage prevention company. For any questions not listed, please feel free to contact us!

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  • What is the importance of subsurface utility locating in construction projects?

    Subsurface utility locating is crucial in construction projects as it helps prevent accidental damage to existing utilities during excavation. This process ensures the safety of workers, minimizes project delays, and reduces the risk of costly repairs.

  • How accurate are subsurface utility locating methods, and can they identify all types of utilities?

    Subsurface utility locating methods, including technologies like Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and electromagnetic locators, offer high accuracy in identifying various types of utilities such as water lines, gas pipes, and electrical cables.

  • What role does subsurface utility mapping play in project planning and budgeting?

    Subsurface utility mapping plays a crucial role in project planning and budgeting. By providing comprehensive information about the location and depth of underground utilities, project budgets will be accurate, unforeseen costs can be avoided, and projects can be scheduled with higher accuracy.

  • Are there regulations or standards related to subsurface utility detection in construction projects?

    Yes, there are regulations and industry standards governing subsurface utility detection to ensure safety and compliance. Organizations like the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) provide guidelines for best practices in utility locating. Adhering to these standards helps construction projects meet regulatory requirements and maintain a high level of safety and accuracy in subsurface utility detection.