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Private Utility Locating Services in Indiana
Every successful excavation starts with knowing what’s underground.
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UTIL Locators provides professional private utility locating services across Indiana, including Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Elkhart, Kokomo, and surrounding communities. As a trusted underground utility locator, we help contractors, developers, project managers, and property owners identify buried private utilities before excavation begins.
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Calling 811 only marks public utilities. It does not locate private water lines, sewer lines, electric, gas, or communication lines on private property. That’s where our utility locating service comes in.
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Before you dig, verify.
What Is Private Utility Locating?
Private utility locating is the process of identifying underground utilities that are not covered by Indiana 811.
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Our team performs underground utility locating for:
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Private water lines
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Sewer laterals
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Gas lines
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Electrical lines
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Communication lines
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Irrigation and specialty lines
Whether you are trenching, drilling, grading, boring, or preparing foundations, hiring a qualified underground utility locator reduces risk, delays, and costly utility strikes.
How Our Utility Locating Service Works
No two sites are the same. That’s why our approach combines multiple locating technologies to deliver accurate results.
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We may use:
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By layering technologies, we deliver a more reliable private utility locating service than single-method approaches.
Private Utility Locating for Commercial Projects
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Commercial excavation in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, and Elkhart requires accuracy and accountability.
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Unknown underground utilities can cause:
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Project delays
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Safety hazards
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Service interruptions
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Change orders
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Insurance claims
Our underground utility locating services support:
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Site development
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Medical and office expansions
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Industrial construction
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Municipal projects
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Airport and infrastructure work
For contractors and project managers, working with a professional underground utility locator is not just a precaution — it’s risk management.
Private Utility Locating for Residential Projects
Homeowners across Indiana often assume 811 marks everything underground. It does not.
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If you are installing:
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Fences
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Pools
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Patios
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Decks
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Landscaping
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Driveways
You may have private utilities running through your yard.
Our private utility locating service helps homeowners in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Elkhart, and surrounding areas dig with confidence.
Avoid unexpected damage. Avoid costly repairs.
Why Choose UTIL Locators?
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Veteran-owned and operated
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Fully insured
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Certified through Staking University
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Trusted statewide across Indiana
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Fast scheduling and clear communication
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5-star reviews from contractors and property owners
Our passion is your damage prevention.
Benefits for Contractors & Small Businesses
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For contractors, builders, and property managers, GPR is a smart risk-management tool. Accurate subsurface information helps you plan with confidence, protect crews, and keep projects on schedule.
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Reduce utility strikes and job-site hazards
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Minimize downtime and change orders
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Improve bidding accuracy and planning
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Lower liability and insurance risk
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Deliver safer, more professional results to clients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is private utility locating required before digging?
If utilities exist on private property, they will not be marked by 811. Hiring an underground utility locator protects your project from unexpected strikes.​
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How deep can underground utilities be located?
Depth varies depending on soil conditions and utility type. Our team uses multiple technologies to maximize detection accuracy.​
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When should private utility locating be performed?
Before any excavation, drilling, trenching, coring, or grading begins.​
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Do I need GPR for small residential projects?
Yes. Even small projects like fence posts, decks, driveways, or landscaping can result in costly utility damage. GPR helps homeowners avoid unexpected repairs and ensures safer work.
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How long does a GPR survey take?
Most residential and small commercial scans can be completed within a few hours. Larger or more complex sites may require additional time, but results are typically available quickly.
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When should GPR be done?
GPR should be performed before any excavation, drilling, cutting, or coring. Early scanning helps prevent delays and costly changes once work has already started.
Schedule Private Utility Locating Today
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Before you dig, trench, or build, trust an experienced underground utility locator serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Elkhart, and all of Indiana.​
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📞 Contact Util-Locators today to schedule your private utility locating service or request a quote
Family-owned. Certified. Trusted statewide.​
Util-Locators — Our Passion is Your Damage Prevention.
What Clients Are Saying About Util‑Locators
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Util‑Locators LLC consistently earns 5‑star reviews from homeowners, contractors, and business owners for quality service, professionalism, and responsiveness. Customers appreciate the way our team communicates clearly, shows up promptly, and delivers dependable results that help protect projects from costly mistakes.
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Here’s what reviewers emphasize:
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Fast, responsive service: Clients frequently mention that Util‑Locators locates utilities quickly—often the same day they request service—and keeps them informed throughout the process.
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Professional and personable technicians: Reviewers highlight our team’s professionalism, friendly attitude, and ease of working with on site.
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Clear, accurate utility marks: Customers note that utilities are clearly marked and well documented, giving them confidence to dig, build, or renovate safely.
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Value and reliability: Many clients say they would use Util‑Locators again or recommend us to friends, family, and other contractors—testament to our dependable results and customer care.
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