Before you dig, know what’s below. Trace Utility provides expert buried utility locating services in the Kootenays and Southern Alberta, helping contractors, homeowners, and municipalities safely identify underground utilities. Our advanced technology ensures accurate detection, preventing costly damage and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

• Reliable & Precise – We use advanced Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electromagnetic Locating to detect utilities with accuracy.
• Safety & Compliance – Avoid hitting gas lines, power cables, or water pipes and stay compliant with excavation laws.
• Fast & Efficient – Minimize downtime with our responsive utility locating experts.
• Locally Trusted – Proudly serving Southern Alberta, and communities across the Kootenays, BC, including Nelson, Castlegar, Cranbrook and Trail.

We provide comprehensive underground utility locating for:

• Electrical & Power Lines – Prevent accidental contact with live cables.
• Gas & Oil Pipelines – Identify and mark underground gas lines for safety.
• Water & Sewer Lines – Locate underground plumbing and municipal infrastructure.
• Telecommunications & Fiber Optics – Detect buried phone, internet, and fiber-optic cables.
• Private Utility Locating – Covering private properties where public 811 services may not apply.

We utilize state-of-the-art methods to locate underground utilities:

• Electromagnetic Utility Locating – Detects metallic pipes and cables with precision.
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) – Identifies non-metallic utilities like plastic pipes and fiber optics.
• Vacuum Excavation (Potholing) – Safely exposes buried utilities when needed.

Damaging underground utilities can lead to expensive repairs, safety hazards, and legal issues. Whether you’re planning a construction project, home renovation, or municipal work, Trace Utility ensures you dig with confidence.

Don’t risk costly mistakes! Contact us for your buried utility locating needs, and get a free, no-obligation cost estimate.