Sunday, February 11, 2018

The Most Popular Subsurface Investigation Techniques

By Donna Moore


Nobody can see across a solid wall or ground. While comic books portray some people to have abilities, such as x-ray vision, this is just fantasy. In the real word, you have to demolish a wall or floor to see what is on the other side. However, this does not have to be the case. Over the years, a number of technologies have been developed. For instance, there is the ground penetrating radar technology, which uses electromagnetic waves for subsurface investigation.

The simplest example of subsurface investigations is the use of metal detectors to find coins and metals in the ground. A metal detector is simply an electronic device that creates a magnetic field. Any metal that cuts across the magnetic field can be detected by a beeping sound. This technology can be used to identify metallic devices buried only a few inches underground.

Plumbers can use concrete scanners in a number of ways. For instance, if there is a leaking pipe buried within the slab on the floor of a building, demolishing different sections to identify the location of the leaking pipe can be costly and time consuming. The plumber can use the concrete scanner to find the pipe and demolish a small section for repairs.

A concrete scanner works by sending an electromagnetic wave to the ground or to the wall. As the waves are reflected back by the surface, a clear map can be drawn of the composition of the wall or ground. After all, metals, plastics and concrete reflect electromagnetic waves in different ways, so the location of steel reinforcement, electrical conduits, gas lines, water pipes and other items that may be in the structure can easily be identified.

Proper training is often needed for a person to properly use the concrete scanner. Therefore, you need to check the qualifications of the technicians working for the company. The ideal firm should have properly trained technicians with years of experience in the industry. This will ensure you get quality services.

HVAC contractors can use concrete scanners to identify the location of steel reinforcement, water pipes, gas pipes, electrical conduits and other important systems that may be running through the wall or slab. This will help them make informed decisions regarding where to drill through the wall, or the best sections to demolish when installing HVAC systems.

The fees charged by a concrete scanning company needs to be compared to ensure you find the most affordable contractor. Consider taking your time to compare the rates charged by different firms to ensure you find the most affordable contractor.

It is prudent to only consider firms that are fully insured and licensed to offer the service you need. This is because you will get protection from any financial liabilities that may arise. Besides, licensed contractors have met all the professional, academic and legal requirements needed to offer these services to the public, so you can be assured of getting quality services.




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