About Locate X
Certified Underground Service Locators You Can Count On
Locate X
18 Years of Experience. CERTLOC Certified. Built on Accuracy.
Locate X is a CERTLOC-certified underground service locating company with over 18 years of hands-on industry experience. To learn more about CERTLOC certification and what it means for your project, visit the CERTLOC website. Servicing Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Maitland, Central Coast, and Sydney, the team works across all site types and project sizes, from small residential jobs through to major infrastructure developments. Everything about the way Locate X operates comes back to one thing: giving you a clear, accurate picture of what’s underground before work begins.
As certified underground service locators, the team specialises in the precise identification and mapping of underground utilities including power, water, gas, and communications infrastructure. Using advanced electromagnetic locating and ground penetrating radar technology, Locate X delivers AS5488-aligned results that meet industry compliance requirements on every job. Additionally, with a full suite of services covering utility locating, survey and mapping, plan preparation, non-destructive excavation, CCTV inspections, and project management, you have one experienced team to handle every aspect of your pre-excavation program. When the ground holds the unknown, Locate X makes sure nothing is left to chance.
Gallery
View Our Work Across New South Wales
From Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Maitland to Central Coast and Sydney, take a look at some of the projects the Locate X team has completed across the region. The gallery showcases real jobs across a variety of site types, from residential properties and commercial developments through to larger civil and infrastructure projects. Because seeing is believing, it’s worth taking a few minutes to browse through the work before getting in touch.
Our Services
Our Underground Locating Services
Locate X offers a comprehensive range of underground service locating solutions for residential, commercial, and civil projects across Hunter Valley, Maitland, Newcastle, Central Coast, and Sydney. No matter the size or complexity of the job, the team arrives on site with the right technology and expertise to get accurate, AS5488-aligned results safely and efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is underground utility locating the same as Dial Before You Dig?
Not quite, and it's an important distinction. A Dial Before You Dig enquiry provides reference plans from utility asset owners, which are a useful starting point. However, those plans don't physically confirm where services are on your specific site. A physical utility locate from Locate X fills that gap, giving you ground-level accuracy that plans alone simply can't provide.
What is AS5488 and why does it matter?
AS5488 is the Australian Standard for the classification of subsurface infrastructure. It provides a consistent framework for recording and reporting the location and depth of underground services. Because Locate X aligns its locating and reporting with AS5488, you can be confident the results meet industry compliance requirements and are suitable for use in project documentation and design.
What types of projects does Locate X work on?
Locate X works across a wide range of project types including residential properties, commercial developments, civil infrastructure, and government projects. From small homeowner jobs through to major infrastructure corridors, the team tailors its approach to suit the specific needs and conditions of every site.
Can multiple services be combined in a single visit?
Absolutely, and in many cases it's the recommended approach. Since Locate X offers underground utility locating, utility mapping and surveys, plan preparation, non-destructive excavation, CCTV inspections, and project management all under one roof, the entire pre-excavation program can be coordinated through a single point of contact, saving time and reducing complexity on site.
Our 4-step work process
Initial Consultation and Project Assessment
Every job starts with a conversation. Taking the time to understand your project, site conditions, and any concerns you have before touching a single piece of equipment makes a real difference. Because of this, early planning is always a priority and sets the job up for a smooth, safe outcome from the start.
On-Site Investigation
Once a clear plan is in place, our experienced technicians head to site with the latest locating tools. Using electromagnetic detection and ground penetrating radar, thorough scans are conducted to identify all underground utilities accurately. As a result, nothing gets missed before excavation begins.
Clear Reporting and Marking
After the investigation wraps up, we provide easy-to-read, AS5488-aligned reports and accurate on-site markings. We communicate everything clearly so you and your team can move forward with confidence, avoid hazards, and keep the project on schedule without any costly surprises.
Ongoing Support and Follow-Up
Our involvement doesn't end once the markings are done. If conditions change on site, questions come up, or you need further guidance, we're still here. Since every project is different, Locate X remains a dependable partner throughout, not just at the start.
Testimonials
See What Our Clients Have To Say!
Results speak for themselves. Here’s what clients across Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Maitland, Central Coast, and Sydney have to say about working with Locate X.
As an Asphalt Laying business, locating underground services is a vital process prior to commencing our physical work. We have had the opportunity to work with Michael for over 5 years and continue to use his services now that he has commenced his own business, LocateX. He is highly professional, proficient, and very accommodating.
Emanuela Olive
Business Owner
We engaged Locate X for a full utility locate and survey across a large residential subdivision in Maitland. The team was professional, thorough, and the AS5488-aligned reports they delivered made the whole design process significantly easier. We'll be using them on every project going forward.
James T
Project Manager
Very professional and easy to deal with. You know you are in good hands with Michael.
Rachel K
Customer
Locate X handled our pre-construction utility locating and plan preparation for a major civil project on the Central Coast. Their attention to detail and clear communication throughout gave our entire team the confidence to move into excavation without any hesitation. Highly recommended.
Sarah M
Civil Engineer
We had Locate X carry out a CCTV inspection on a drainage issue at our property in Sydney. They were on site quickly, explained everything in plain language, and the condition report they provided was detailed and easy to act on. Brilliant service from start to finish.
David R
Homeowner
As a building surveyor working across the Hunter Valley, I've used a lot of locating companies over the years. Locate X consistently stands out for their communication, turnaround times, and the quality of their utility mapping deliverables. They're our go-to team without question.
Michelle K
Building Surveyor
Locate X managed the end-to-end utility locating and NDD program for a complex infrastructure project across the Hunter Valley. Their project management was seamless, the team kept all stakeholders informed throughout, and the final documentation package was exactly what we needed. Outstanding work all round.
Aaron B
Site Foreman