Why Use Ground Penetrating Radar?

In construction and renovation projects, cutting, coring, or breaking concrete slabs is often required. However, these tasks carry significant risks. There’s a high potential to strike critical subsurface features like rebar, pipes, post-tension cables, and electrical conduits. These encounters can lead to equipment damage, structural damage to the concrete, or even crew injuries. Such incidents can halt work, causing delays and increasing project costs.

The Challenges Without GPR

Without an understanding of what’s beneath the surface, conducting concrete drilling, sawing, or breaking can be difficult, dangerous, and sometimes impossible. Unexpected encounters with subsurface elements can result in downtime due to necessary repairs or safety incidents, impacting project timelines.

How GPR Helps

By employing advanced GPR technology, construction teams can accurately scan and locate subsurface features with precision. This technology reduces the safety risks to employees, ensuring that your project proceeds smoothly and on schedule. The ability to visualize the hidden elements beneath a concrete slab allows for informed decision-making, minimizing the chances of accidents and ensuring efficient project execution.

Incorporating GPR into your project planning not only enhances safety but also optimizes project timelines by preventing unexpected disruptions.

Enhance Safety and Efficiency with GPR

Construction and renovation projects often require precise cutting, coring, or breaking of concrete. The potential hazards, such as rebar, pipes, post-tension cables, and electrical conduits, make it crucial to have accurate subsurface information. Using GPR, these hazards can be detected before any work begins, significantly reducing the risks of accidents or costly project delays.

A Proven Track Record

Geotek Services has been serving Florida for over 16 years, providing the experience in ground penetrating radar our customers require. Our advanced technology includes both ground penetrating radar and electromagnetic induction, ensuring you have the most reliable data for your project.