Service Locating in Napier & Hastings
Service Locating in Napier & Hastings Accurate Underground Drain & Pipe Detection Before You Dig
Before you dig, drill, build, or landscape, it’s essential to know exactly where your underground pipes run. Only Drains provides fast, accurate service locating across Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, and the wider Hawke’s Bay region using advanced CCTV and sonde locating technology.
As part of our wider drain unblocking and professional drain service network across Hawke’s Bay, we trace stormwater and wastewater lines with precision so you can dig safely, avoid costly damage, and keep your project moving smoothly.
Why Service Locating Matters
- Prevents accidental strikes and damage to hidden drains
- Essential for renovations, extensions, fencing, driveways, and landscaping
- Avoids delays, rework, and unexpected excavation issues
- Trusted by builders, plumbers, landscapers, and homeowners
How We Locate Underground Pipes
We run our CCTV camera through the pipe to understand its direction, condition, and connection points.
Our camera’s built-in sonde transmitter sends a signal to our locator above ground, allowing us to pinpoint the pipe’s exact path and depth — even through concrete, asphalt, soil, or lawns.
We mark the pipe route clearly with paint or flags so you know exactly where it’s safe to dig, build, or excavate.
We confirm depth, direction, and any defects, giving you a precise, reliable map of what’s underground.
Why Choose Only Drains?
Specialist Drain Technicians
We locate underground drains every day — accurate mapping is what we do best.
Advanced Locating Equipment
Our CCTV camera with built-in sonde and locator gives pinpoint line and depth readings.
Perfect for Any Property Type
Ideal for renovations, new builds, fencing, landscaping, and safe excavation.
Fast Response Across Hawke’s Bay
Napier, Hastings, Havelock North — we arrive quickly and mark everything clearly.
Honest Pricing — Best Value in the Region
Accurate locating, clear communication, and affordable rates without inflated plumbing prices.
How do you locate underground drainage pipes?
We use CCTV cameras combined with advanced locating technology (sondes) to track the camera head in real time above ground and map the pipe path.
Can you locate drains before a renovation or extension?
Yes. Locating lines before a renovation or extension prevents accidental damage and allows builders to plan foundations and services safely.
Do you locate both stormwater and wastewater lines?
Yes. We trace your property’s full drainage network for accurate planning and maintenance.
Can you locate pipes on large or rural properties?
Yes. Our team handles residential, commercial, and rural sites across Hawke’s Bay, including larger lifestyle blocks.
How accurate is your pipe locating service?
Our locating equipment provides high-precision position and depth data so you know exactly where pipes run.
Do you provide depth readings for located pipes?
Yes. Depth readings and position marks are included as part of every locating service for Napier, Hastings, and surrounding areas.
Avoid costly strikes, prevent damage, and get precise underground pipe locations anywhere in Hawke’s Bay.
Whether you’re working in Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, or the wider Hawke’s Bay region, Only Drains provides fast, accurate pipe locating so your project starts safely — and stays on track.
✔ Precise stormwater & wastewater location
✔ Line, depth & direction marked on-site
✔ Perfect for builders, landscapers, renovators & homeowners
✔ Fast response across all major Hawke’s Bay suburbs
➡ Don’t risk digging blind — get the exact line before you break ground.
Your trusted service locating specialists in Napier, Hastings & Havelock North.
We regularly carry out underground pipe locating in Taradale, Greenmeadows, Ahuriri, Parkvale, Flaxmere, Mahora, Marewa, Onekawa, Camberley, Raureka, Te Awa, and other surrounding suburbs across Napier and Hastings.