Subsurface Utility Engineering

Subsurface Utility Engineering.

Before you break ground, it’s vital to know what’s below.

Our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services help engineers, developers, and contractors locate and document underground utilities.

Subsurface Utility Engineering Means You Can Have Confidence Before You Start Digging.

Knowing where vital utility lines are located is critical to your project. It helps you avoid the likelihood of accidental utility strikes and the stress and delays they can cause.

Subsurface utility engineering means:

  • You can dig with confidence
  • You can have help with budgeting for the project’s cost
  • You can improve your design’s accuracy
  • You can reduce excavation risk
  • You can enhance safety
  • You can rest assured that you’re digging in the right places
  • You can have the information you need to make informed, accurate decisions

What We Do.

Help Ensure Accuracy So You Have Clarity.

Our subsurface utility engineering services include:

  • Level D – Records research
  • Level C – Surface feature survey
  • Level B – Geophysical designation
  • Level A – Precision daylighting
  • AutoCAD or Civil 3D drawings tied to project control
  • Utility attribute tables and metadata
  • PDF plan sheets and digital reports
  • Photos and notes for each exposure
  • Perfect integration support with your design team

How It Benefits You.

We Help You Operate Safely so You Can Concentrate on Your Overall Project.

When you have a lot on your plate, it’s time-consuming to be overwhelmed by the details. At Ballentine Associates, our attention to even the most minute aspects of your venture means you can have the clarity and peace of mind to move forward confidently. 

We invite you to discover why companies across central North Carolina have considered us a trusted partner since 1979.

Subsurface utility engineering is a comprehensive process that provides certified data, providing the most accurate information to help you with design and planning before you even break ground. 

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Contact Us.

Start A Conversation With Our Team.

Supporting projects that move forward smoothly. We think like developers, helping identify potential risks before they stall your timeline and burn through cash.

A trusted partner dedicated to personal service
Surveying and planning that help eliminate rework
45+ years adding measurable value