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Sonde & Drain Tracing in Norfolk, Suffolk & Cambridgeshire

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Need to locate underground drains or pipework? Our sonde and tracing equipment allows us to accurately identify the position and depth of drainage systems without unnecessary digging.

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Sonde & Drain Tracing When Is Drain Tracing Needed?

Underground pipework is often hidden and undocumented, making it difficult to identify exact drain routes or connection points.

You may need tracing if you are:

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Unsure Where Your Drains Run

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Extending or Renovating

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Investigating Drainage Issues

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Locating a Damaged Pipe

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Identifying Shared or Boundary Drains

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Creating Drainage Layout Plans

How Sonde & Tracing Works

A sonde is a small transmitter inserted into the drainage system. Using specialist locating equipment above ground, we track its signal to map the drain’s exact route.

Our approach includes:

  • Inserting a sonde into accessible pipework or via CCTV equipment
  • Using surface signal detection to trace pipe direction
  • Measuring pipe depth below ground level
  • Marking the route clearly to avoid unnecessary excavation

This allows us to pinpoint underground drains accurately and minimise disruption.

What We Help With

Our sonde and tracing services are ideal for:

We provide accurate drain tracing for homeowners, developers, landlords and commercial clients across East Anglia.

Need To Locate Underground Drainage? We're Ready To Respond!

If you're unsure where your drains run or need accurate pipe mapping before building work, our engineers can help with professional sonde and tracing services.

Request a CalloutCall today on 07961 609836

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