Service Locating
Service Locating Services
- Electromagnetic Utility Detection
- Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
- Utility Mapping & 3D Modeling
- Potholing & Non-Destructive Digging (NDD)
- As-Constructed Utility Verification
Our end-to-end service locating capabilities
Accurate subsurface detection is critical to getting excavation right the first time. At Territory Surveys, we provide precise, reliable service locating for underground utilities, pipes, cables, and civil infrastructure — ensuring every asset is identified exactly before you dig.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT
- ACCURATE SURVEY & SET-OUT
- Practical expertise
- Unmatched Efficiency & Site Coordination
- Rigorous Quality Assurance
- Clear Communication
Good surveying isn't just about accuracy. It's about giving construction teams the confidence to make the right decisions at every stage of a project. That's exactly what we aim to deliver.
Mikel & Manu Etchegoyen | Co-founders & Seniors surveyors
Frequently Asked Questions
Our professional utility detection and accurate asset mapping help ensure projects meet Australian standards (including AS 5488) and local council safety requirements. Below are some of the most common questions people ask.
Service locating is the process of identifying and labeling underground utility lines, pipes, and cables—such as electricity, gas, water, and telecommunications—before any excavation work begins.
We use a combination of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), electromagnetic pipe and cable locators, signal transmitters, and trace rods to accurately detect both metallic and non-metallic utility lines.
Professional locating prevents accidental utility strikes, ensuring worker safety and compliance with WorkSafe guidelines. It also prevents massive financial liabilities and project delays caused by damaging critical infrastructure.
AS 5488 is the Australian Standard for the Classification of Subsurface Utility Information. It defines the four distinct Quality Levels (QL-D to QL-A) of utility data accuracy, ensuring absolute clarity regarding how a service was detected.
Yes. While standard electromagnetic locators require a metallic conductor, our high-frequency Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) systems can detect non-metallic assets like PVC water mains, concrete stormwater pipes, and fiber-optic conduits.