beforeUdig is a free-to-use online service which enables anyone undertaking design or excavation works to obtain information on the location of cables, pipes and other utility assets in and around any proposed dig site, helping to protect themselves and valuable assets during these works. In most cases, it provides a ‘one stop shop’ for designers and contractors to communicate about their planned activities with member utilities and authorities.
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Always use beforeUdig and perform a request for the presence of any cables and pipes.
A free online service for requesting information prior to commencing excavation works
Contractors, builders, planners, homeowners and anyone planning to break the ground
“We are on a mission to provide a revolutionary set of solutions and services for essential infrastructure protection”
DUANE RODGERS
PelicanCorp CEO


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Enhancing the Capabilities and Accuracy of Geographic Information Data Collection
Enhancing the Capabilities and Accuracy of Geographic Information Data Collection

Six key considerations for utilities when choosing asset mapping software
Accurate, updated asset data is crucial for utility companies to manage and protect their assets, plan effectively, and liaise with contractors. Yet despite the widespread use of digital data collection tools, many companies still use manual, paper-based processes to transfer data from the field to the office.

Digitizing Cables and Pipes Under Your Feet
The ground under our feet is a complex network of tunnels, pipes, and cables. All of these are providing essential services, whether it's high-speed broadband internet, electricity, water, or gas. Anyone attempting any form of work must have accurate information of what and where the cables are.
E-TICKET ENQUIRIES
An E-Ticket online enquiry is an asset location plan request created and entered into the beforeUdig database through our online service. The beforeUdig interactive system can process routine, emergency and renewal tickets.
