Concrete Scanning in Portsmouth,

Concrete Scanning in Portsmouth, Hampshire

Structural Repairs delivers expert concrete scanning — a non-destructive technique for locating reinforcement in concrete across Portsmouth and the greater Hampshire area.
With over 35 years of industry expertise, we help clients act with confidence, safety and accuracy — ensuring every intervention delivers “new or better” results.

How Concrete Scanning Works

Concrete scanning is a non-intrusive method used to analyse the hidden structure of concrete. It helps contractors detect what’s beneath the surface — without drilling or damaging the structure.

We utilise several detection methods, including:

  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) — reveals reinforcement, conduits, voids and layers.
  • Ferro-scanning / Covermetry — measures concrete cover.
  • Ultrasonic / Delamination detection — detects zones of weakness or delamination.

These techniques create a detailed internal picture — enabling safe, accurate, and informed decision-making before cutting, coring or repairing. Our concrete scanning work follows recognised UK non-destructive testing standards, such as the guidance published by the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing: https://www.bindt.org/

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Step-by-Step Concrete Scanning

We follow a methodical process to deliver precise, verifiable results.

1. Initial Consultation & Planning

  • Free initial discussion.
  • Review existing documentation.
  • Define scan areas.

2. On-Site Setup & Calibration

  • Prepare target zones.
  • Adjust frequencies.
  • Check environmental conditions.

3. Data Acquisition

  • Gather overlapping passes.
  • Combine technologies for accuracy.
  • Capture images and heatmaps.

4. Data Analysis & Interpretation

  • Transform raw data into 2D/3D maps.
  • {Identify rebar, conduits, voids and defects}.
  • Assess implications.

5. Reporting & Recommendations

  • Deliver clear reports.
  • Mark safe drilling/coring areas.
  • {Offer guidance on risk reduction and compliance}.

6. Integration & Follow-Up

We turn technical insight into actionable solutions — all managed by our in-house engineers.

  • Long-term monitoring.
  • Combine scanning with our repair services.

Practical Use Cases

Our concrete scanning is commonly used for a wide range of construction, engineering and inspection tasks:

Commercial, Industrial & Residential Buildings

  • Commercial, industrial and residential buildings
  • Locating hidden services
  • {Reducing risk during refurbishment, fit-out or M&E installation}

Heritage, Conservation & Sensitive Sites

  • Heritage sites
  • Scanning without drilling or damage
  • {Understanding hidden features without intrusive works}

Refurbishment, Renovation & Compliance

  • {Helping meet safety, survey and regulatory requirements} work safely, precisely and efficiently — saving time, money and risk.
  • Change-of-use or upgrade projects
  • Ensuring structural integrity before modifications

Cutting, Drilling & Penetration Safety

  • Core extraction planning
  • Locating rebar, tendons, conduits and services
  • Reducing delays caused by unexpected obstructions

Infrastructure, Civil & Structural Engineering

  • Rail and transport structures
  • Confirming cover depth and spacing
  • {Supporting repair, strengthening and load-bearing investigations}

The Benefits of Concrete Scanning

Protects assets and people.

Ensures compliance.

Reduces downtime.

Informs targeted repairs.

Confirms integrity.

Extends life of assets.

When combined with our other services — such as resin injection, crack stitching, and carbon fibre reinforcement — scanning delivers a complete, low-risk repair strategy.

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Answers About Concrete Scanning

How deep can you scan concrete?

Typical GPR depth is 200-500 mm. For thicker structures, multi-frequency scanning is available.

Will scanning damage the surface?

No — it’s completely contactless.

How accurate are your concrete scanning results?

Our systems provide precise feature detection, verified by in-house engineers.

Can you scan concrete before core drilling or saw cutting?

Absolutely — it’s one of the main uses of scanning.

Do you also carry out repairs?

Yes — we combine scanning with structural repair services, delivering end-to-end solutions from survey to restoration.

Get a Free Concrete Scanning Quote

0300 030 1822
46 The Arches, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 1QZ
structuralrepairs.com

Free initial consultation and project advice.

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