PAS:128 Type C Utility Survey in North Lincolnshire
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North Lincolnshire
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GPR / PAS 128 Utility Survey
Offers detailed, accurate mapping of underground utilities, crucial for efficient planning and preventing damages in construction and excavation projects.
Written by J.Jackson | Published 17th November 2026
We were commissioned to conduct a PAS:128 Type C Utility Survey at the site of the UK’s largest independent timber import and processing company. The client required accurate information about existing underground services before installing a new electrical substation.
Client Goals
The primary objective was to identify the location of buried utilities, particularly electrical cables, to minimise the risk of accidental service strikes during construction. The client also needed a clearer understanding of the surrounding drainage infrastructure and existing services to support the planning and connection of the new substation.
Our Approach
The survey focused on identifying and mapping buried services within the relevant survey area, providing the client with a clearer picture of potential underground constraints before construction began.
With approximately 5 - 6 hours spent on site followed by 1 day of processing, SolidPoint provided the client with updated utility information to assist with the next stage of their project.
Project Deliverables
DWG CAD Drawing: A digital drawing showing the surveyed utility information for use in design and planning.
Utility Survey Report: Supporting documentation outlining the survey information and findings.
PAS 128 Checklist: Documentation supporting the survey's assessment against the PAS 128 specification.
GPR Swathes: Ground Penetrating Radar data supplied as supporting survey information.
How Did Our Client Benefit From a Utility Survey?
Reduced Risk of Underground Service Strikes
One of the client's main concerns was accidentally damaging existing electrical cables during the installation of the new substation.
By identifying and mapping underground utilities, the survey helped them understand where potential hazards were located. This information is crucial to support safer excavation planning, reducing the likelihood of costly service strikes, unexpected disruption and construction delays.
More Informed Substation Planning and Service Connections
Installing a new electrical substation requires careful consideration of the existing utility network.
The utility survey provided valuable information about the location and identified function of existing services, helping the client assess potential connection points and plan the installation around underground infrastructure.
This allows designers and contractors to make more informed decisions before construction begins, reducing uncertainty and the potential need for changes on site.
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Updated Utility and Drainage Records for Future Projects
Beyond the immediate substation installation, the survey provided updated documentation of the site's underground services and surrounding drainage infrastructure.
Having this information available in a CAD format gives the client a useful reference for future maintenance, development and infrastructure improvements, therefore supporting more efficient planning and a reduced reliance on potentially outdated or incomplete utility records.
Why Choose SolidPoint?
SolidPoint's PAS 128 Type C Utility Survey provided valuable information about the underground infrastructure, supporting the planned installation of a new electrical substation.
By mapping existing utilities, documenting surrounding drainage and providing clear digital deliverables, the survey helped the client reduce uncertainty, plan around potential hazards and make more informed decisions before construction.
Planning construction or infrastructure improvements?
SolidPoint provides professional PAS:128 Utility Surveys across the UK, helping clients understand underground constraints and reduce the risks associated with buried services.
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How Can SolidPoint Help Your Project?
At SolidPoint, we are passionate about providing accurate and efficiently collected data for our clients and have worked on numerous projects across the UK. If you are looking to commission a survey in your next project, please don’t hesitate to Get in touch with a member of our friendly team to discuss your requirements and get a free quote.
Alternatively, you can call us on 01332 898350 or email us at projects@solidpoint.co.uk for more information on our services. We look forward to hearing from you!
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