Plastic Water Line Locating… aka The “Holy Grail” of Utility Locating

October, 2020

Plastic water line locating is no easy feat. Plastic water lines are non-conductive and about as electrically interesting as dirt. These plastic-based pipes have evaded the grasp of many noble locators throughout the years. This is a problem because, since the eighties, most new water pipes have been made of non-metal, non-conductive plastic. So how […]

What’s the Difference Between a Public and Private Utility Locator?

September, 2020

What’s the difference between a public and private utility locator? And do you really need both? If you’re curious about either of these questions, stick around because we get asked them both… a lot. Public and private utility locating are as different as fraternal twins (meaning, they’re similar, but not identical)! A lot of people […]