Once your building project is complete, you’ll likely start looking at putting it on the market. However,  before doing so, it’s smart to double-check the building’s structure with ground penetrating radar to ensure the work is dependable.

How Ground Penetrating Radar Works

GPR uses electromagnetic waves to identify underground or otherwise hidden materials. Any reflection in the waves upon encountering an object is interpreted on the device and digitally visualized to show you what has been detected, whether it’s a pipe, rebar, tension cable, or conduit. GPR can work at a depth of 9 feet on level ground or 18 inches into solid concrete. The process is quick, safe, and informative.

How Ground Penetrating Radar Benefits Building Owners

Once your building is complete, you don’t want to break it down to check that the plumbing or utilities were installed correctly. The biggest advantage of GPR is that it allows for a non-destructive inspection; you can use the ground or concrete scanning device to examine the area without drilling holes or digging trenches. Receiving a sound structural scan will reassure you and potential buyers of the building’s integrity. If the scan turns something up, then you have the opportunity to address it before buyers get involved, which lets you eliminate a liability risk.

The results may benefit you in the future too if you decide to renovate. The scan will provide an even more accurate utility map than the building blueprint, and you’ll know how thick the walls are if you want to set up new entrances. The information will likewise be useful for a buyer to have if they want to make changes to the space.

Take advantage of ground penetrating radar for your commercial building project with the help of Haggith’s Structural Scan & Inspection. The company in Honolulu, HI, provides non-destructive inspections with GPR and electromagnetic imaging systems. Find out more about their services online, and call (808) 239-4330 today to make an appointment.