Accurate Utility Locating Services in Wollongong You Can Trust

Our Utility Locating Services in Wollongong ensure that underground utilities are accurately identified, keeping your site safe, compliant, and on schedule.

Why Choose Us in Wollongong?

Here at Elite Pipe & Cable Locating, we have local knowledge of the Wollongong and surrounding Illawarra areas, having provided trusted utility locating services in Wollongong for years. Our certified technicians have extensive experience with underground locating services, using advanced equipment, including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electromagnetic Frequency (EMF) technology. 

We are the locators of choice for builders, contractors, and councils throughout the Wollongong and Illawarra region, and are available for emergency or same-day locating services.

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Comprehensive Utility Locating Across Wollongong & Illawarra

We offer a complete range of underground detection services tailored for Wollongong:

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Underground Utility
Locating

We have extensive experience with pipe and cable locating for all utilities, including gas and water lines, electricity cables (both live and decommissioned), as well as sewerage pipes and drains, and all kinds of communication lines.

Concrete Scanning

Concrete Scanning and
Rebar Detection

Before starting a drilling or excavation project on a concrete substrate, it’s imperative to understand what lies beneath – we conduct full and accurate concrete scanning and rebar detection so you can complete your project with peace of mind.

Utility Mapping Services

Utility Mapping and
CAD Deliverables

Our CERTLOC-certified team can help you create a complete and accurate map of all underground utilities present on your site, in a CAD-integrated file.

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CCTV Pipe Inspection
and Drain Surveys

We use the latest CCTV technology to get you clear visual data on the state of pipes and drains on your site. We can find and locate problem areas such as drain deterioration, root incursion, or pipe misalignment.

Our Process

We follow a proven process to make sure every project is completed with precision:
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Site Assessment and Plan Review

For any job utility locating in Illawarra or Wollongong, we start with a visual assessment of the site and review existing plan drawings to understand expectations regarding the utilities layout.

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Dial Before You Dig Checks

We will conduct all ‘Dial Before You Dig’ checks for detailed plans of existing utilities, pipes, and cables located on your site.

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On-site Scanning and Locating

Our team will then conduct a comprehensive on-site scanning and inspection to ensure all drains, pipes, and cables are accurately mapped and accounted for, including live and deactivated electrical lines.

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Clear Utility Markings On-site

We clearly mark all underground assets so you know exactly what lies beneath your dig site, including information like the type of utilities present, depth, and number etc.

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Reporting

We provide full reports, maps, and documentation for project records, including CAD-integrated files. We can also provide follow-ups and advice as needed.

The Importance of Accurate Utility Locating in Wollongong

Excavation in built-up Wollongong areas often comes with complex underground networks. Accurate locating prevents:

Costly Damage

With proper utility locating completed, you can avoid damaging buried utilities and the costs that this damage can incur, as one of the most common reasons for project delays, unanticipated site conditions like unmapped drains, pipes, and utilities can cost your project more than just financially, disrupting schedules and the safety of your site.
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Unsafe Conditions

The safety and security of workers should be the top priority on every project site. With inaccurate or incomplete locating of buried utilities, you’re putting not just your project, but the health and well-being of your team at risk. HSE concerns during a site excavation should be mitigated and planned for by commissioning accurate utility locating maps.

Project Delays and Fines

Each day of delay on a project costs you money – not to mention the potential fines for interfering with utility lines. Avoid costly interruptions with proper underground utility and site mapping, and ensure your project runs smoothly from start to finish.

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Service Interruptions to Local Communities

The consequences of hitting underground utilities are far-reaching – you can interrupt essential services for local communities and vital infrastructure in the area.

Areas We Serve in the Illawarra

If you’re searching for reliable utility locating near me in the Illawarra region, our Wollongong-based team has you covered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you cover both residential and commercial projects in Wollongong?

Yes. Elite Pipe & Cable Locating covers both commercial and residential projects, as well as government projects. We’ve worked with local builders and construction companies, as well as local councils, on small-scale and large-scale projects.
Our team is ready for same-day and emergency locates.
Our team is CERTLOC certified and has extensive experience in utility locating, using state-of-the-art technology to give you real-time and visual data on your site’s underground topology.

Don’t Start Digging Without a Locate!

Avoid costly mistakes, dangerous strikes, and project delays — get your site checked by Wollongong’s trusted experts in utility locating and underground mapping.

Our CERTLOC-certified team is equipped for same-day service, giving you fast, accurate results so you can move forward with confidence.

Stay safe, stay compliant, and keep your project on track with Elite Pipe & Cable Locating — Wollongong’s go-to specialists for underground utility detection.

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