R3 Deconstruction & Abatement Inc. | Serving Western Canada & Northwest Territories
Concrete Scanning and GPR Services in Edmonton, AB
R3 provides concrete scanning services in Edmonton and across Western Canada using ground-penetrating radar (GPR) to map what is inside concrete before any cutting, drilling, or demolition begins. Our GPR concrete imaging services detect rebar, post-tension cables, embedded conduit, and voids so that every penetration is placed in a confirmed clear zone.
Concrete scanning is integrated into every coring and cutting project R3 takes on. Whether you need a standalone scan before another contractor drills, or GPR scanning as part of a complete coring and cutting program, R3 mobilizes across Edmonton and Western Canada.
What Concrete Scanning Is Used For
Concrete scanning is used whenever contractors need to understand what is inside a concrete structure before drilling, cutting, coring, or demolition begins. Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) helps identify embedded rebar, post-tension cables, conduit, and voids so work can proceed safely while reducing the risk of damaging structural elements or hidden utilities.
- Pre-drill scanning to confirm clear zones before core drilling and anchor installation
- Post-tension slab scanning to locate cables before any penetration work
- Pre-cut scanning before concrete saw cutting or demolition
- Rebar location and mapping in reinforced concrete walls, floors, and slabs
- Void and delamination detection beneath industrial floors, parking structures, and bridge decks
- Concrete thickness verification where slab or wall depth is unknown
- Structural assessment scanning before renovation or new loading
- Scanning for environmental investigation programs requiring drill-through concrete access
Before any concrete coring takes place, R3 performs a ground-penetrating radar (GPR) scan to locate embedded rebar, post-tension cables, and utilities. This helps ensure each opening is completed safely, accurately, and without unnecessary damage to the structure.
We also provide a full range of concrete services for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Western Canada.
Our Concrete Scanning Process
Every concrete scanning project starts with one objective: understanding what is hidden beneath the surface before work begins. Whether the goal is drilling, cutting, coring, demolition, or structural investigation, our scanning process provides the information contractors need to make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.
Step 1 — Scope Review and Scan Layout
R3's team reviews available drawings and confirms the scan areas based on where cutting, drilling, or demolition is planned. Scan lines and coverage areas are mapped to the specific questions the project needs answered. If no drawings are available, R3 scans a grid pattern across the area of interest.
Step 2 — GPR Equipment Setup and Data Collection
On site, R3's GPR technician sets up and calibrates the scanning equipment for the concrete type and scan objectives. The GPR antenna is then moved across the surface in systematic scan lines, capturing reflected radar signals continuously. Technicians monitor the data in real time and mark the concrete surface to show clear zones and conflict locations as the scan progresses.
Step 3 — Report and Findings Delivery
Following the scan, R3 provides documentation of all detected objects, their approximate locations and depths, and any anomalies requiring attention. Reports are provided in a format suitable for engineers, general contractors, and project managers.
Why Choose R3 for Concrete Scanning in Edmonton
R3 combines experienced GPR technicians, industry-leading scanning equipment, and a strong safety culture to deliver reliable concrete scanning services across Western Canada. Our clients depend on us to identify potential conflicts before drilling, cutting, coring, or demolition work begins. Check our past projects including GPR scanning at Suncor’s base plant in Alberta and Walmart in Kamloops, BC.
Experienced Team
With over 15 years of experience, R3 is one of Canada's largest deconstruction, abatement, and concrete cutting contractors. Our scanning technicians understand the construction conditions where GPR is most critical and have experience on complex commercial and industrial projects across Edmonton and Western Canada.
High Safety Standards
Concrete scanning is how R3 eliminates the risk of cutting into live conduit, post-tension cables, or structural reinforcement. We treat every scan as a safety step, not a formality. Our teams operate to strict site safety protocols, and our scan-first approach is what allows coring and cutting crews to work with confidence in every project environment.
Innovative Solutions
R3 uses industry-leading GPR scanning equipment and provides scanning as both a standalone service and as the first step in every coring and cutting program we perform. With a wide range of scanning, cutting, and coring equipment, no job is out of our reach. We serve clients across Edmonton, Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories.
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Over the past 15+ years, R3 has completed concrete scanning and GPR investigations for industrial facilities, commercial buildings, infrastructure projects, and construction sites across Western Canada. Our experience includes work at Suncor’s Base Plant in Alberta and Walmart in Kamloops, BC, along with hundreds of projects requiring accurate subsurface imaging before drilling, cutting, or demolition.
Expert Solutions for Every Project
Whether you’re planning concrete coring, saw cutting, demolition, structural modifications, or a renovation project, R3 can help identify hidden hazards before work begins. Our concrete scanning and GPR services provide the information needed to protect workers, avoid costly damage, and keep projects moving forward. Contact us today for a site assessment and detailed quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you’re planning concrete cutting, coring, demolition, or a renovation project, you may have questions about concrete scanning, GPR technology, scan accuracy, costs, and project requirements. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive.
Concrete scanning uses ground-penetrating radar (GPR) to produce a subsurface image of what is inside a concrete slab, wall, or floor without any cutting or drilling. The GPR antenna sends radar pulses into the concrete and reads the reflected signals to identify embedded objects including rebar, post-tension cables, conduit, and voids. Scanning is used before drilling, cutting, and demolition to prevent damage to embedded elements and structural reinforcement. Contact R3 to arrange concrete scanning for your Edmonton project.
Concrete scanning is commonly used before concrete coring, saw cutting, anchor installation, demolition, utility penetrations, and structural modifications. By identifying embedded hazards before work begins, contractors can reduce the risk of damaging reinforcement, post-tension systems, electrical conduit, and other concealed components.
GPR scanning provides reliable location data for embedded objects in standard commercial concrete. Accuracy is affected by concrete density, object size and depth, and the density of reinforcement in the scan area. Results are interpreted by trained technicians and reviewed before any drilling or cutting proceeds. Contact R3 to discuss what your specific scan needs to detect and what accuracy to expect for your concrete type and conditions.
A GPR antenna is moved across the concrete surface in systematic scan lines over the area of interest. The equipment captures reflected radar signals from embedded objects, which trained technicians interpret in real time to identify rebar, post-tension cables, conduit, and voids at each scan location. The surface is then marked to show clear zones and conflict locations, and a report is provided for the project team. Contact R3 to arrange a GPR scan for your project in Edmonton or across Western Canada.
GPR scan depth depends on the radar frequency used and the properties of the concrete being scanned. Higher frequencies provide better resolution at shallower depths; lower frequencies reach deeper with less detail. For the majority of commercial and industrial concrete applications, GPR provides useful data at the depths where rebar, cables, and conduit are typically placed. Contact R3 to discuss depth requirements for your specific project.
Concrete scanning cost depends on the coverage area, the number of locations to scan, site access conditions, and whether a formal written report is required. R3 provides quotes based on your specific scope. Call 780.453.3326 or email estimating@r3demo.com to request pricing for a scan in Edmonton or across Western Canada.
Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) is the industry-standard technology for concrete scanning on construction projects. GPR detects both metallic and non-metallic embedded objects without any cutting or surface damage. R3 uses industry-leading GPR scanning equipment on every project. Contact R3 to discuss whether GPR scanning is the right approach for your site conditions and project requirements.
Look for a concrete scanning provider with a track record on commercial and industrial projects, technicians trained in GPR operation and signal interpretation, and the ability to provide clear documentation of scan findings. R3 Deconstruction provides GPR concrete scanning across Edmonton and Western Canada. Call 780.453.3326 or email estimating@r3demo.com to discuss your project and request a quote.