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Foundation repair often requires cutting or drilling through a slab on grade foundation, yet buried utility infrastructure, sewer lines, embedded electrical, and post tension cables are frequently overlooked before work begins. This article outlines the investigation steps required before underpinning or polyurethane injection.

Winter private utility locating presents accuracy risks when snow hides surface features and utility paint markings disappear. Documentation becomes critical before ground disturbance begins.

For more than thirty years I have worked around buried utility infrastructure risk. Today my sons William and Chris are continuing that work through Know Before You Dig Locates, applying field experience, training, and a mindset focused on making risk visible before ground is disturbed.

I was recently asked to visit a rural property near Decatur, Texas, to locate buried electrical cables before construction work began on a new barn for their animals. On the surface, it was a straightforward request. In reality, it turned into one of the most meaningful site visits I have had in my career. The property belongs to a non profit animal rescue, education and therapy sanctuary in Texas run by Brooks Trotter and Karen Renee. The ranch spans roughly 180 acres and is

Learn why utility coordination is essential before any private locate. Reduce risk, prevent delays, and ensure accurate buried utility infrastructure data on commercial sites.

811 Private Utility Lines. Why a “CLEAR” 811 Response Can Mislead

When a Private Locate Becomes a Design Locate

Gas station borehole drilling poses unique risks due to underground storage tanks, bundled utilities, and non-conductive piping. Learn why critical zones matter and how to prevent costly damages.