Manhole Trace and Access 

When manholes or underground drainage systems are hidden, buried, or undocumented, accurately locating them is essential before any investigation, repair, or excavation work can take place.

 

At Drain Genie Direct, we use advanced Sonde and CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) technology to carry out fast, precise manhole trace and access services.

What is Sonde and CAT Tracing?

Our engineers use a Sonde, a signal-emitting device that is inserted into the drainage system via a camera or jetting hose. Above ground, we track this signal with a CAT device, allowing us to accurately map the path of the pipe and pinpoint the exact location and depth of the manhole or drain run.

This method is:

 

• Non-invasive — No unnecessary digging

• Accurate — Pinpoints hidden or buried assets to within centimetres

• Safe — Avoids striking buried utilities or damaging infrastructure

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Why Use Manhole Tracing?

 

• Missing or obscured manhole covers

• Drainage systems with no visible access points

• Pre-construction mapping and planning

• Locating collapsed or blocked areas in complex drainage networks

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Whether you’re dealing with overgrown land, resurfaced drives, or undocumented drainage layouts, our technology allows us to locate manholes and drains with speed and confidence, helping you avoid guesswork and costly mistakes.

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Benefits of Our Service

✔️ Minimizes disruption to the surrounding area
✔️ Reduces risk of utility strikes during excavation
✔️ Essential for site surveys, repairs, or extension planning
✔️ Saves time and costs by removing uncertainty

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Who Needs This Service?

• Homeowners needing access to blocked or unknown drainage

• Builders and contractors preparing for groundwork

• Facilities managers overseeing large commercial or public buildings

• Surveyors requiring accurate drain mapping for reports

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Need to find a hidden manhole or trace your drainage layout?
Contact Drain genie direct today for fast, accurate manhole tracing using the latest sonde and CAT technology.

 

📞 Call us now at 02035761984 for a free quote or emergency tracing service.