Professional Concrete Scanning Services - Sydney
At Elite Pipe & Cable Locating, we deliver expert concrete scanning solutions to detect what lies within concrete before you cut, drill, or core. Our concrete scanning services are trusted by builders, contractors, and property owners across Sydney for slabs, walls, and structural inspections.
What is Concrete Scanning?
Concrete scanning is a non-destructive way to see inside concrete before you cut, core or drill. At Elite Pipe & Cable, our technicians use Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and electromagnetic locating equipment to map what’s hidden in your slab, so your team can work with confidence.
Why scan with us:
- Avoid costly damage: We help you avoid expensive repairs, rework and structural problems caused by hitting something you can’t see.
- Keep your crew safe: Knowing what’s in the slab before work starts lowers the risk of injuries on site.
- Stay on schedule: Accurate results the first time mean fewer surprises and less downtime for your project.
- Meet your safety obligations: Scanning before penetrating concrete supports your WHS duties and gives you a clear record of due diligence.
- Get clear, on-site results: We mark findings directly on the surface, so your team knows exactly where it’s safe to work.
What We Can Locate Within Concrete
- Rebar and mesh
- Post-tensioned cables
- Electrical conduits
- Water and sewer pipes beneath the slab
- Gas lines beneath the slab
- Stormwater and drainage lines
- Telecommunications and data cables
- Voids and slab thickness
How Accurate is Concrete Scanning?
Concrete scanning with modern GPR equipment is highly accurate, generally locating objects within ±10 mm to 20 mm. Accuracy can vary based on slab thickness, material density, and site conditions, but in most cases it provides precise, reliable results. When performed by trained technicians, concrete scanning delivers a clear picture of what’s beneath the surface, helping ensure safe drilling, cutting, or excavation.
What affects accuracy:
Thicker slabs reduce signal strength at depth. We adjust our equipment settings to suit each slab.
Heavy or layered rebar can mask objects below it. Our technicians scan from multiple directions to separate close or overlapping targets.
Wet or newly poured concrete absorbs radar signal. We factor this in when we read the data and advise you if conditions limit what we can detect.
Tiles, coatings and uneven surfaces can affect readings. We assess the site first and choose the right approach.
Why Choose Our Concrete Scanning?
Choosing Elite Pipe & Cable Locating means choosing accuracy, safety, and reliability. Here’s why clients across NSW trust us:
Subsurface expertise beyond the slab
We combine GPR with electromagnetic (EML) locating, the same methods we use for underground utility locating. This lets us trace live services entering, leaving or running below the slab, not only what's cast into it.
Experienced interpretation
GPR equipment is only as accurate as the person reading it. Our technicians locate subsurface services every day, so they know how to tell a live conduit from a void or a rebar reflection.
Versatile applications
We provide both floor and wall scanning services, making it suitable for slabs, columns, beams, and walls.
Compliance support
We can provide reports that support your WHS planning, risk assessments and handover records.
One contractor, full picture
Your project may need a slab scan and utility locating for excavation outside. We handle both, so you avoid coordinating several providers and piecing together separate results.
Local knowledge
As a team providing concrete scanning Sydney-wide and across regional NSW, we understand the needs of Australian construction sites.
Peace of mind
Avoid delays, unexpected costs, and ensure your team works with confidence.
Our Process
Site Assessment
We start by reviewing your project requirements, existing plans, and any “Dial Before You Dig” (DBYD) data to prepare the right scanning approach.
On-Site Scan
Our technicians use state-of-the-art GPR and electromagnetic equipment to scan slabs, walls, and concrete structures. This process is safe, fast, and non-invasive.
Data Analysis
Once scans are complete, our team carefully interprets the results to identify reinforcement, conduits, utilities, or voids.
Clear Reporting
We mark findings directly on-site for immediate guidance and provide detailed reports, maps, and in-depth information for project records.
Project Support
We’re available to answer questions, review results with your team, and provide additional guidance where needed.
Service Areas
We provide local concrete scanning services across:
- Sydney Metro
- Illawarra & Wollongong
- Central Coast
- Regional NSW
If you’re searching for concrete scanning near me, our mobile team can travel to your site and deliver results you can trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concrete Scanning?
Concrete scanning is a non-destructive testing method that uses Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) or X-ray technology to detect what’s inside a concrete slab or structure before drilling, cutting, or coring. It helps locate rebar, post-tension cables, conduits, and voids to prevent costly damage and safety risks on construction sites. Professional concrete scanning ensures your project is carried out efficiently, safely, and in compliance with Australian standards.
How Much Does Concrete Scanning Cost?
The cost of concrete scanning in Australia typically ranges from $250 to $600, depending on the project size, accessibility, and complexity. Small residential jobs may be on the lower end, while larger commercial or industrial projects can be higher. Investing in concrete scanning saves money in the long run by preventing accidental strikes to hidden services, structural damage, and project delays. For an exact quote, it’s best to contact a trusted concrete scanning specialist.
Do you cut, core or remove concrete, or relocate the services inside it?
No. Elite Pipe & Cable specialises in scanning and locating only. We find and mark what’s inside and beneath your concrete, but we don’t cut, core, drill, demolish or relocate services.
We do work closely with trusted Sydney concrete cutters, coring contractors, electricians and plumbers. If your project needs that work, you can use your own contractor or ask us to recommend one. Either way, we can share our scan results with them directly, so they start with an accurate picture of what’s in the slab.
Keeping locating separate from cutting also works in your favour. Our job is to give you accurate, unbiased findings, without any interest in how much cutting or removal your project needs.
Avoid Costly Mistakes – Scan Before You Dig
Protect your project and avoid costly surprises with Elite Pipe & Cable’s expert concrete scanning services.
Call or email us to arrange your concrete scan today. Get safe, accurate results before you cut, drill, or core.