Most Common Questions
Your project faces new questions every day, and we often discuss these with you. We’ve composed our client’s most commonly asked, hopefully they help you in getting where you need to be.
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Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is extremely safe for both operators and the public, it does not emit harmful radiation. Unlike X-rays, which use ionizing radiation, GPR is a non-destructive, non-invasive technology that uses high-frequency radio waves to create images of the subsurface. The power of the radio waves is very low, comparable to a Wi-Fi signal or a cell phone.
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That depends on slab composition, reinforcement density, and site conditions. In typical slabs with access from one side we often achieve clear results up to 12 inches (30cm) deep, but two-sided access extends beyond this; we’ll advise though if conditions limit penetration.
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This very much depends on the specifics of the area needing scanning – the size, the depth, the access points, the contents of that slab, and your motivation for scanning in the first place. A scan could take anywhere between 30 minutes and a few hours, depending on the situation. Larger or multi-slab projects may take longer, but we’ll always estimate timelines before work begins.
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Yes – a huge advantage of GPR over X-ray. Our technicians are also trained and equipped for live construction environments, with in-depth knowledge of your projects. We coordinate with your safety officers and comply with all site-specific requirements.
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We provide both scanning and cutting/coring services. Our scanning always comes first to ensure safe drilling; then our coring/cutting teams (who are trained to read Xradar scans) execute using the scan data.
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We operate across Canada with regional teams ready for many jobs same-day or next-day. Lead time depends on location, scope, and access though – contact your nearest office and we’ll be able to tell you quickly and estimated day we can be with you.
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With our proprietary procedures and training through Xradar Academy™, our error rate is exceptionally low and every job is backed by our accuracy guarantee.
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By using our prepriatory Xradar Concrete Scan Markings©. We mark directly on the concrete using colour-coded tape, paint, or chalk in our signature Xradar pattern, clearly identifying safe zones and embedded objects. We provide you with all of this information within our daily reports.
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Yes. Every scan is followed by a clear, industry-standard report and markings on the slab to show safe zones, embedded targets, and recommendations. This is often provided same-day.
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We provide concrete scanning, cutting and coring reports in PDF as standard, with optional CAD or BIM exports for design teams needing precise record documentation.
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