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An Overview of Different Methods For Locating Underground Utilities

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Before you can start a construction project, you will have to dig up the ground and the last thing you want is to hit an underground water line or any other underground utility. It will not only cost you to fix the damages but will also expose you to further danger and delay your building project. Before excavation, you need to hire a water line locator service in Colorado to find areas that are safe enough. In this article, you will discover some of the different methods for locating underground utilities like water, gas, electricity, and others. 1. Conduction The conduction method involves the connection of a locator to the transmitter next to a target utility line. The transmitter is directly placed next to one of the access points of the utility. After which the transmitter is set to a certain frequency and energy source to match the frequency of the utility line you want to locate. It makes it easier for the receiver to accurately trace only the target line to avoid confusion with