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Field guides, procedures, and technical deep-dives on GPR utility scanning, post-tension coring, concrete cutting, and utility locating — from a veteran-owned contractor serving Southern California.

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GPR vs Concrete X-Ray: Which One Do You Actually Need?

August 1, 2026 · By Earthworks Engineering Team

GPR vs concrete X-ray for locating rebar, PT cables & conduit. Cost, safety, and accuracy compared — a field guide for GCs across Southern California.

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How to Scan a Post-Tension Slab Before Coring

August 1, 2026 · By Earthworks Engineering Team

Step-by-step GPR scanning procedure for post-tension slabs before coring. What every GC should require from their scanning contractor to prevent PT cable strikes.

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What GCs Should Know About Utility Locating (Beyond DigAlert)

August 1, 2026 · By Earthworks Engineering Team

DigAlert 811 doesn't cover private utilities. GC's guide to private utility locating, GPR concrete scanning, and where liability sits when a line gets hit in California.

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