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 equipment 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 drain repairs, 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
CCTV Inspection
We conduct a CCTV drain inspection through the pipe to understand its direction, condition, and connection points.
Sonde Locating
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.
Marking & Mapping
We mark the pipe route clearly with paint or flags so you know exactly where it’s safe to dig, build, or excavate.
Verification
We confirm depth, direction, and any pipe defects, giving you a precise, reliable as-built drainage 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 equipment 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.
Frequently asked questions
How do you locate underground drainage pipes?
Can you locate drains before a renovation or extension?
Do you locate both stormwater and wastewater lines?
Can you locate pipes on large or rural properties?
How accurate is your pipe locating service?
Do you provide depth readings for located pipes?
Book a Service Locate Today — Before You Dig, Drill, or Build
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, CCTV drain inspection, and drain unblocking 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.