Category: #underground
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The No-Chaos Playbook for Underground Tank Removal
Why Modern Facilities Demand a No-Chaos Strategy Commercial and industrial sites can’t afford downtime, unplanned disruptions, or operational bottlenecks. Underground tank activity must run in sync with business continuity, regulatory compliance, and strict safety standards. That’s why today’s approach to gas tank removal underground is built around precision planning, controlled execution, and workflows that maintain…
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Underground Leak Signs: What Every Property Owner Should Know
Unexpected wet ground signals trouble when the weather stays dry and sprinklers remain off, because water rising from a hidden pipe soaks the soil and forms lingering dark patches. Soft spots underfoot, spongy turf, or shallow standing water near paths or driveways suggest steady seepage that needs attention before surfaces shift. Persistent dampness around the…
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CGA Launches National Radio PSA for 8/11 Day Safety
Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national association working to prevent damage to underground infrastructure, today released a new radio PSA to highlight the importance of contacting 811 before beginning digging projects. Nearly 200,000 times each year, buried power, water, internet, natural gas and other utility lines are damaged by digging, costing the U.S. $30 billion annually.…
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Line-Scape, U.S. Army Corps Launch New Alert Service
Line-Scape, a technology leader in underground utility safety and underground visualization, announced a groundbreaking partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to enhance public and contractor safety around Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDs). This first-of-its-kind initiative provides proactive digital notifications to contractors and excavators operating near FUDs, sites once used by the Department…
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How to Choose Underground Services Detection: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Starting a construction project without knowing what lies beneath your property can lead to costly and dangerous mistakes. Accidental strikes on underground utilities often result in expensive repairs, service outages, and even serious safety hazards. Yet many property owners overlook utility detection before breaking ground. Excavation isn’t just about bringing in heavy equipment; it begins…