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CCTV Pipe Inspection Western Regions Locating uses video inspection technologies to perform video inspections of large municipal and commercial sewer mains as well as service lines. By making use of our CCTV inspection cameras, Western Regions Locating is able to inspect mainlines and laterals to look for areas of concern, mark out problem areas in the field with paint and/or flags, and document the findings on a video recording and in a written report. How can WRL help? Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE

Utility Line Mapping (AutoCAD) If you need a fully comprehensive map of the surveyed utilities that may cause conflict in design or construction, Western Regions Locating can provide you with the solutions you need to take the worry of working around underground utilities away, by giving you the confidence to plan, design and manage underground utilities. A utility map shows the positioning and identification of buried pipes and cables beneath the ground. The procedure involves detecting utilities like sewers, electric cables, telecoms cables, gas and water mains. The results will provide you with a comprehensive detailed map of anything that is hidden underground or directly related to any above ground features. ​ Utility Mapping is important any time you are breaking ground as it shows how utilities are running throughout the proposed site. It also helps prevent utility strikes that may cause harm to the public or the workforce. How can WRL help? Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE

Underground Utility Locating Services Congested Underground Utilities Ground Penetrating Radar of a Non-Conductive Water Main Company Logo Company Logo Congested Underground Utilities 1/13 Call Us First (909) 392-7764 Whether you're planning to bore, trench, cut or dig, Western Regions Locating can help you avoid unnecessary setbacks, damages, costs and dangerous mistakes on your project. Did you know that 65% of utility lines are private utilities & NOT located by calling 811? Some examples of private utilities are: electric to a barn or shed, gas/propane line to a grill or generator, Fire suppression systems and, sewer laterals, private fiber networks, septic systems, chemical lines, product lines, oxygen lines, security lines, etc. Western Regions Locating employs an Industry-wide recognized process used to ensure no utility is missed and all locatable underground utilities are located and marked. Dig confidently and safely. Call Western Regions Locating Western Regions Locating strives to be the best choice for your Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) needs. WRL employs expertly trained, professional, OSHA certified technicians with the best equipment in the industry to provide the best results for all your Subsurface Utility Engineering needs. Our field team consists of master & journey-level technicians with a combined 30-years of experience in the underground utility industry. We are dedicated to providing the best service possible by accurately locating and protecting underground infrastructure, our client's employees and the general public. ​ As a full-service SUE firm, WRL's services include Electro-magnetic Utility Locating (Designating), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Concrete Scanning , Pipe & Sewer Inspection (CCTV) , Utility Mapping (AutoCAD), and Potholing/ Trenching . Depending on your needs, these services can be used individually, or as complete package to provide a complete and comprehensive Underground Utility Survey. ​ WRL has the capability to locate non-metallic and metallic utilities, including cables, conduits, underground storage tanks (UST) and other structures at up to 12 ft. depth, including Water, Gas, Electric, Communications, Fiber-optics, Cable TV, Sewer, Drain, Air and various other underground lines and infrastructure. ​ Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE UTILITY LOCATING GPR & CONCRETE SCANNING CCTV PIPE INSPECTION AUTOCAD UTILITY MAPPING TRENCHING & POTHOLING AVOID DELAYS AND DAMAGES We know that when you're trying to keep your project on-time, and on budget, it's easy to get frustrated with private utility locating companies. Many are slow to respond, can't quote you a fair price, have terrible turnaround times on locating and mapping and horrible customer service. At Western Regions Locating, we have the professional skills, latest tools, technology, and the expertise to get your underground line locating job done right! We assist construction companies, engineering firms, contractors, and homeowners just like you with their underground-utility service needs. Our many services include public and private utility locating, ground penetrating radar (GPR), utility mapping/surveying, digalert/811 field-response, underground line-interception and more. ​ We take pride in being a veteran-owned & operated company with the BEST Industry experience, knowledge and reputation among Southern California's locating-industry professionals. We follow Industry Best Practices and always ensure our utility locating, mapping/surveying follow the strictest Guidelines, found in CI/ASCE 38-02. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. Which do I need? 811/DigAlert or a Private Locating Company? Are you aware of the significant differences between using 811/DigAlert and hiring a Private Locator? There are some things you won’t get with 811 but you will certainly get with private utility locating companies. Here you... Read more Is underground utility locating service free? There are two sides to this question. Public underground utility locating services are free while private ones require payment. So, what's the difference between these two services? We'll discuss... Read more Subsurface Utility Engineering By C. Paul Scott The SUE process revolutionized how designers, engineers, and contractors handle underground pipes and power lines during highway planning, design, and construction. ​ Every year, thousands... Read more WR Locating PO Box 413 La Verne, CA 91750 locating@wrtsi.com

Is underground utility locating service free? There are two sides to this question. Public underground utility locating services are free while private ones require payment. So, what's the difference between these two services? We'll discuss more on that here. The major purpose of underground utility locating services is to render expert functionalities. In most US states, you cannot just dig up the ground without any planning. In order to safely dig into the ground, you first need to get the area checked for buried utilities. You have to give notice and get clearance from local utility owners to know if there are no buried public utilities in the area. However, all this raises a question. That is, how much does underground utility locating service cost? Here you will learn about all to know about underground utility locating services. More importantly, you will find all the answers to your questions. How Does Underground Utility Locating Service work? A lot of utilities including electric, gas, water, cable TV, sewage pipes, and so on lie deep in the ground. These systems differ by nature and of course, by function. As a result, the detection of these materials differs. Generally speaking, there are two methods used in underground utility detection. You could either have a passive location or an active location. Passive location is done in areas where maps are available to show the presence of utility systems underground. Using passive location, it is possible to miss more than 60% of the utilities under the ground. As a result, professionals use this method when the perceived risks are not much. That is when the drilling or digging process is not expected to go too deep. Cutting into or striking an underground line can be a serious issue. Aside from the potential risk of putting people through service failure, you could injure yourself or others. That is why passive location is not encouraged. The active method of location in comparison can detect most pipes and cables underground. To do this, experts use electromagnetic equipment with a transmitter and a receiver. In some cases, experts use advanced ground-penetrating radar. Now to the big question, is the service free? Like I said earlier, the public underground utility locating service is free through services like 811. However, private services offer much more but with payment. The value of the service is justified when you consider how much you would pay if you cut a utility system by mistake. Also, using an underground utility locating service offers you the following advantages. · You are saving yourself some energy. Most companies that deal with underground utility locating, can usually also handle the digging themselves. Thus, you wouldn’t need to worry about a thing. · The process is fast: using the latest electromagnetic technology, GPR and so on, you can get reports in hours if not minutes about what utilities you have underground. · The process is safe: the process and the equipment used do not emit dangerous energy. Having the equipment around is just like using your mobile phone. It is so safe, there is usually no need for you to have protective equipment while the process is ongoing. · Detailed reports: at the end of the investigation, you get detailed reports to show you what’s under the ground. In a few moments, you get a clear idea of the utilities in the area so you can make the right decision and not make costly mistakes.

Utility Locating (Designating) Service of identifying and labeling utility lines that are underground. We use Electromagnetic locate equipment to locate and mark telecommunication, electricity, natural gas, cable television, fiber optics, traffic lights, streetlights, storm drains, water mains, and sewer pipes. Whether it be a small area that needs to be checked and cleared for private utilities or a large mapping project (Underground utility Investigation), our team can provide all the necessary utility locating services you require. We use the most current and accurate utility locating equipment on the market. Our equipment is always calibrated and in good working order. How can WRL help? Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE

Our Clients Inland Christian Home, Inc Ontario, CA Recently performed a comprehensive Underground Utility Investigation of entire Assisted Living Facility at their Ontario, CA campus. Michael Baker International Undergound Utility Investigations Ongoing Underground Utility Investigations focusing on underground infrastructure related to existing building modernizations and new construction. InSite Telecom, LLC Cell Sites facility Upgrades Ongoing Underground Utility Locating and Potholing focusing on upgrading existing cell tower facilities by locating and intercepting existing communication line conduits. Miller Construction Rancho Cucamonga, CA Ongoing Underground Utility Locating and Investigations focusing on school site upgrades at various school sites. MillerCoors Irwindale, CA Utility Locating focusing on brewing plant modifications for conversion to Seltzer plant at Irwindale, California brewing facility. Contractors, Architects and Engineers Throughout California Western Regions Locating works with various contractors, architects and engineering firms, big or small. Unlike many Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) companies out there, we don't turn away the "little guy". We understand what it's like to be the little guy because we are the little guy.

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Ground Penetrating Radar, also known as GPR, is a tool that is used to find anomalies under the ground surface. GPR can sometimes be ideal for locating non-conductive underground utilities, underground storage tanks (USTs), as well as other underground structures without any surface connection, or access points, The depth and accuracy of GPR data results are dependent on a number of variables, such as soil density, moisture content, and antenna frequency. We use 400-500 MHz antennas in our GPR units, which can reach depths of up to 15 ft (in perfect soil and terrain conditions) (GPR) is an important tool in locating buried utilities, structures and other anomalies. We use GPR primarily for locating non-metallic utilities. This tool is also used for finding changes in subsurface conditions (trench lines) or underground storage tanks (UST’s). GPR's advantage is finding non-metallic and untraceable plastic pipes or conduits. GPR has some limitations. Interpretation of the data by a skilled technician is essential. GPR readings are limited in highly conductive soils, such as clay. How can WRL help? Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE

Which do I need? 811/DigAlert or a Private Locating Company? Are you aware of the significant differences between using 811/DigAlert and hiring a Private Locator? There are some things you won’t get with 811 but you will certainly get with private utility locating companies. Here you will learn more about which of these services you need and why. The construction industry keeps growing with an increasing number of buildings and utilities. As a result, people do a lot of underground exploration. Before underground exploration is done, there is always a need to have the proposed work area checked for buried utilities. There are two ways to check for underground utilities. You could either use a public or a private locating company. The 811/DigAlert service represents a good example of a public locating company. Most people do not understand why they need the public or private locator. That's because they might not be well-informed about the services they provide and how they differ. The standards can vary from place to place. There are a lot more invested in private utilities than in public utilities. The following details the differences between 811/Digalert and a private locating company. Based on what you read, you should be able to make an informed decision. How Does 811/DigAlert Work? The Public location service, that is the 811/DigAlert service is the core of utility damage prevention. The service is the first step required from anyone before they excavate on any property. Since the service is free, most states have laws in place that require everyone wanting to dig to call 811, as well as all facility owners with buried lines to use the system as members. When a call is placed to 811, a notification is sent to all facility owner members of the planned excavation and sets the clock in motion for all members to mark their facilities in the proposed work area or respond to the excavator as to the existence or non-existence of lines in the area. These include electric, gas, telephone, water, sewer, traffic lights, oil and other utility lines owned and managed by member utility owners and operators. They are ONLY responsible for marking lines they own or operate. As a result, an 811 member locator will not locate or mark your private lines that run from the utility meter to your property, nor the lines that run between buildings or structures in your property. For instance, lines between buildings on commercial properties, or if you have a detached garage, barn or a private septic tank with buried electric, phone, cable, gas, water or pipes leading to them, the public utility locator will omit them. In such a scenario, think of the damage that could happen if you mistakenly hit one of those lines while digging. This is where private utility locating comes in. How Does Private Utility Location Work? No doubt, calling 811 DigAlert is a very useful step to start digging and groundwork. However, private utility location services will go the extra mile to give you the best services that you need. There are instances whereby private utilities lie unbeknownst beneath the ground in different locations in commercial and residential areas. Often, places like parking lots, hospitals, apartment complexes, schools, and even private backyards usually have these utilities. As a property owner, these utilities are within your care. However, this might differ from place to place. Sadly, in many cases, most owners are not aware of the presence of these lines. While some know, they do not know the exact location of the utilities. To worsen issues, the utilities bear so much resemblance, and it might be hard to tell which is which except with the help of professionals. While there may be maps or as-builts to show private utilities, most times they are not reliable. The maps are usually out of date or incomplete. Since these utilities are not within the scope of public locators, you must use a private locator. That way, you can be sure that your digging is safe. The general misconception for most people is that most buried lines belong to public utilities and are much more common than private lines. They are almost similar when you consider how many of them you use. The following are some examples of private utilities that might be buried: · Gas mains · Septic systems · Internet cable · Sprinkler and other irrigation lines · Fiber optics · Exterior electrical lines Lastly, unlike public locating services, hiring a private locating company will cost you some money. Which Should You use? The simple answer is to use both. Most states have laws in place requiring you to call 811 before you start digging. So, you might be bound by necessity to use the 811 services. However, to get a clearer picture of what's underground and not to injure yourself in the process you need a private locator. More so, since the 811 DigAlert service is free, you can take advantage of the two services. You need to understand that locating private utilities is a different ballgame entirely. It requires different skill sets and technologies that are beyond those used by public utilities locators. One of the biggest challenges that comes up in dealing with private utility systems has to do with the utility records. ​ Available: Lots of records might be missing Accurate: Many records follow the original design instead of the actual utilities' installation. Complete: They might not put all existing utilities or important information on record. Aging: Some records might not state current systems, additions or modifications. Furthermore, on the construction part, there are additional challenges such as undocumented construction and installation, multiple repairs, non-metallic lines without tracer wire, old and outdated systems. What Effects do these challenges have on the Damage Prevention Process? For the private utility locator, there are various models in skillset and technologies. The 811 locator holds utility records, uses electromagnetic (EM) equipment primarily and locates the specific utilities that are identified. There are no extra utilities or abandoned utilities located. Meanwhile, the private locator has a few or limited utility records, employs many pieces of locating equipment (Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Acoustic, EM, etc.), and all locatable utilities, regardless of the utility type, are located. When you consider their lack of records, prints, and huge array of technology required, you will understand that private locators need advanced training to safely and effectively detect and locate these utilities. They ensure that every utility present gets located before you dig. Conclusion It is imperative for you to go beyond 811/DigAlert. You need the best locating services in detecting all utilities present by hiring a private utility company. 811/DigAlert does an amazing job and since it is free, make it your first step before digging. But don’t stop there, go beyond 811 and make that second call if you plan to keep your job costs down. Also, to ensure the safety of all your crew members and the public. There may be other unknown dangers in your work area, so hire a private locator.

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Concrete & Structure Scanning Concrete & Structure Scanning is performed utilizing similar technology as GPR albeit on a smaller scale, with a smaller antenna at a higher frequency. Concrete Scanning is a tool that is used to find anomalies in concrete slabs, inside walls, ceilings, pillars and columns. Concrete Scanning is ideal for locating both non-conductive and conductive materials and structures (without any surface connection, or access points) under and inside concrete. Concrete Scanning is performed using an antenna in the 1600- 2600 MHz making it ideal and primarily used for locating reinforcing steel, post-tensioned & pre-tensioned cables & conduits up to 18" deep. The depth and accuracy of these data results are dependent on a number of variables, such as age of the concrete, density, moisture content, and antenna frequency. We use antennas in the 1600 - 2000 MHz range antenna unit which can reach depths of up to 18" (in perfect conditions). ​ If you're planning on coring or cutting into concrete, call us to see how we can help you. ​ How can WRL help? Allow us at Western Regions Locating to partner with you on your next project. We are confident we can provide you with unmatched quality services at unmatched rates. We guarantee the best rates, response time and our customer's 100% satisfaction. REQUEST AN ESTIMATE