Private Locates
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What is Private Locates and what it includes
One Call services are generally focused on infrastructure owned by participating utility owners and do not typically provide locate services for privately owned underground utilities located beyond the public ownership boundary.
Private Utility Locates help bridge this gap by identifying and documenting underground infrastructure located on private property.
Kiwa T2 uses a range of surface-level geophysical utility locating techniques to detect and confirm the position of privately owned underground utilities. Depending on site conditions and utility characteristics, multiple locating methods may be employed to improve confidence in the results.
Who is it for?
Private Utility Locates by Kiwa T2 are intended for property owners, developers, contractors, landscapers, civil construction firms, facility managers, municipalities, engineering consultants, and project managers planning excavation or ground-disturbing activities on private property.
These customers typically need reliable information about buried infrastructure to support construction, maintenance, renovations, utility installations, and site development projects.
Benefits of Private Locates
- Reduce the risk of damaging privately owned underground utilities
- Supports safer excavation and construction activities
- Minimizes project delays and costly repairs
- Improves safety for workers and property occupants
Why choose Kiwa?
Kiwa T2 provides practical utility locating services supported by experienced personnel and proven field methodologies.
Our team applies appropriate geophysical locating techniques to identify underground infrastructure and deliver clear documentation.
We focus on accurate field investigations, straightforward reporting, and responsive support throughout the locating process.
Process
Project Inquiry
Discuss the project scope, site conditions, and locating requirements.
Project Review
Field Investigation
Conduct on-site utility locating using applicable geophysical locating methods.
Utility Marking
Mark confirmed utility locations on the ground surface.
Documentation
Prepare a 2D sketch and compile findings into a general locate package.
Delivery of Results
Provide the completed documentation to support excavation activities.
Applicable Norms or Regulations
Local and industry-specific regulations for private property excavation
Best practices for underground utility identification
Contact Kiwa T2 to discuss your project and determine whether a Private Utility Locate can help support safe and informed excavation. Our team can assist with identifying and documenting underground infrastructure before work begins.
Public Locate Project Management
Comprehensive management of public utility locate projects, ensuring safe excavation, regulatory compliance, and efficient project delivery.
Visual Verification of Utilities (Hydro-Vac Excavation)
Direct observation and documentation of exposed utilities to confirm their location and attributes supporting accurate records, design decisions, and construction activities.
Marker Ball Installations
Simplify future utility locating and verification by installing marker balls on difficult-to-detect underground infrastructure.
As Built Documentation (ASCE 75/CSA S250)
Professional support for accurate as-built documentation, ensuring compliance with ASCE 75 or CSA S250 standards for engineering and construction projects.
Tracer Wire Verification
Verify tracer wire continuity and connectivity to help support accurate future locating of non-conductive underground utilities.
Underground Storage Tank Investigations
Identify potential underground storage tanks with confidence using non-invasive Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) investigations that help reduce uncertainty and support informed property decisions.
