If you work in the construction industry, there are certain things you might do just because you have to. They don’t necessarily improve the outcome of your project, but they are requirements you have to meet according to local ordinances or the building code. So, you do them.
GPR concrete scanning is one of those things that you shouldn’t do just to “check the box.” When you’re involved in a renovation project that will require you to cut or core into a concrete slab or a concrete masonry unit (CMU) block wall, having a GPR concrete scan completed should be something that you take seriously. That means not hiring that guy your buddy knows who has a GPR scanner, but instead, working with professionals who use the best equipment for the job and are experts at interpreting GPR scans.
At Enhanced Scanning, all of our GPR concrete scanning professionals are highly trained in knowing what equipment to use for the job, how to use it, and how to interpret the scans to provide our clients with the most accurate information possible.
If you’ve ever seen a GPR scan, you understand that it’s not readily obvious what you are looking at. It takes someone who is experienced with GPR scans to be able to tell you if what is embedded in the concrete is a drainage pipe, conduit, or a reinforcing bar (rebar), as well as how deeply it is embedded. A trained GPR technician using the right equipment can also provide you with information about a concrete slab’s thickness and any voids that might be present. When there are questions about what a GPR scan has revealed, the team at Enhanced Scanning has the ability to bring in other tools to provide additional information. We can also use multiple tools to verify the results of a GPR scan when absolute certainty is necessary.
At Enhanced Scanning, your safety and the safety of your crew is our top priority! By accurately locating embedded hazards and knowing the structural makeup of your concrete slab prior to cutting or coring, you can avoid hitting anything that could put you or your team in danger. You can also avoid costly damage to the structure on which you are working.
So, even if you’re having a GPR concrete scan just because the structural engineer or architect on your project is asking you to, take the time to have it done right. Contact us at Enhanced Scanning to schedule your GPR concrete scanning service today. We service all of Southern California, including Riverside County, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and all of the surrounding areas.