Protecting Students and Staff with Subsurface Certainty
Schools are more than just buildings—they’re the heart of a community. Whether it’s routine maintenance, facility upgrades, or the construction of new classrooms and athletic fields, safety is always the first priority. At Spearhead Locating Services, we partner with school districts, universities, and contractors to make sure subsurface risks are identified before work begins. Our utility locating, sewer inspections, concrete scanning, GPR, and utility mapping services help protect both people and property while keeping projects on schedule.
Utility Locating: Preventing Disruptions and Hazards
Campus environments are full of buried infrastructure—electrical feeds to classrooms, water mains serving cafeterias, sewer and storm systems, and communication lines connecting networks. Damaging any one of these can shut down a building, interrupt learning, or create safety hazards.
We use electromagnetic locating to accurately detect and mark:
- Gas and electrical lines
- Water and irrigation systems
- Sewer and storm drains
- Communication and fiber optic cables
By pinpointing utilities before excavation, schools can complete projects safely and without unnecessary downtime.
Sewer Line Locating & Inspections: STaying ahead of failures
A blocked or damaged sewer line can quickly disrupt daily school operations. Our sewer inspection services give facility teams the insight they need to act proactively. Using high-resolution cameras, we identify blockages, root intrusion, leaks, or structural issues—preventing emergencies and costly cleanups. Sewer line locating also ensures contractors know exactly where lines run before digging or trenching.
Concrete Scanning: safe drilling in sensitive spaces
From installing new science lab equipment to anchoring gymnasium fixtures, many school projects require cutting or coring into concrete slabs or walls. Our concrete scanning services detect post-tension cables, rebar, and embedded conduit so contractors can work safely and avoid damaging critical infrastructure. This non-destructive service is essential for renovations in classrooms, hallways, or multipurpose facilities where safety and precision matter most.
GPR & Subsurface Investigations: Beyond Utilities
Sometimes, schools and campuses face challenges that go beyond traditional utilities. Our ground-penetrating radar (GPR) services support subsurface investigations to detect unknown structures, buried foundations, voids, or non-metallic utilities. Whether preparing a site for a new building or assessing older campus infrastructure, GPR provides a clearer picture of the subsurface.
Utility Mapping: Long-Term Records for Facility Managers
Schools are constantly evolving, with buildings added, renovated, or repurposed. Our utility mapping services provide GPS/GIS-based records of buried infrastructure, giving facility managers accurate, sharable maps for future projects. With this data, campuses can plan more efficiently, reduce disruptions, and safeguard investments for years to come.
Building Safer Campuses Together
At Spearhead Locating, we understand that construction and maintenance in schools require extra care and precision. By combining utility locating, sewer inspections, concrete scanning, GPR, and utility mapping, we help school districts and contractors complete projects safely, on time, and on budget—while keeping learning environments safe for students and staff.
Planning an upcoming school or campus project? Contact Spearhead Locating to learn how our subsurface services can support your educational facilities with safety and confidence.
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