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Summary: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) helps contractors and project managers make safer decisions by identifying subsurface features that may not appear in plans. For commercial work across Pierce County and Thurston County , GPR can reduce uncertainty, protect schedules, and support jobsite quality assurance. When excavation schedules are tight, the most expensive problem is the one you do not see coming. On commercial sites in Western Washington, hidden subsurface conditions can lead to delays, rework, and avoidable risk. Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is one of the most practical tools available for reducing that uncertainty. It is commonly used to support construction planning, confirm site conditions, and help teams avoid costly underground strikes. What Is Ground Penetrating Radar GPR is a non-destructive method that uses radar signals to help identify subsurface features. In contractor workflows, GPR is often used to help locate utilities, detect an...

Summary: Calling 811 is a smart first step before digging, but it does not always identify everything underground. If you are working on a jobsite in Pierce County or Thurston County , private utility locating can help reduce risk, prevent delays, and protect crews and property when private lines, unknown conduits, or complex sites are involved. If you have ever heard, “We called 811, so we are covered,” you are not alone. But many contractors, property owners, and project managers in Western Washington learn the hard way that public utility marking and private utility locating are not the same thing. This article explains the difference in plain language and outlines when it makes sense to bring in a private locator like Mt. View Locating Services LLC in Buckley, Washington. What 811 Typically Covers In many cases, 811 helps coordinate marking for public utilities in the right-of-way or where participating utility owners have facilities. This is an import...