Brisbane and Gold Coast
Concrete scanning in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Sirius Concrete Cutters offers concrete scanning across Brisbane and the Gold Coast before planned cutting or drilling. Send the marked work area, proposed cut or hole, available drawings and access photos. Discuss the investigation needed, the information you need back and who will review it before the next work starts.
Before you book
Why discuss scanning before cutting or drilling?
A concrete surface does not show everything inside it. A proposed cut or core hole may cross reinforcement or concealed services. Scanning helps inform the investigation of that area before the project team decides how the work can proceed.
Start with the actual opening or cut you need, rather than an unmarked slab. Explain its dimensions, location and intended depth, and share available records. Agree the investigation method, coverage and limitations with Sirius. Scanning information supports the work decision; it does not replace structural assessment or authorisation to cut.
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A planned core hole
Mark the centre and diameter of the proposed penetration. Include the slab or wall thickness if known, the intended depth and any flexibility to move the hole.
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An opening or cut line
Show the whole proposed opening or cutting route. Include corners, edges and nearby obstructions so the investigation can be discussed around the actual work.
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An alteration with existing drawings
Send structural and service drawings alongside site photos. Point out alterations, uncertain records and differences between the drawings and what is visible on site.
Plan the investigation
What should happen before a concrete scan?
A clear brief connects the investigation to the cutting or drilling decision. Resolve the scope and the people responsible before setting the work date.
Planned result Locate. Record. Review. Decide.
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Mark the proposed work
Use a marked photograph or drawing to show the exact area, cut path or hole. Add dimensions and intended depth. Identify the floor, wall or other element and the building level.
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Share the records you have
Provide available structural and service drawings, previous investigation records and known changes. Flag a suspended or post-tensioned slab and any uncertainty about its construction.
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Explain access and site conditions
Photograph the working surface and equipment route. Identify finishes, obstructions, occupied areas, site inductions and restrictions on access or working hours.
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Agree the information and review
Confirm what area will be investigated, what information is needed back and how limitations will be recorded. Identify who reviews the findings and authorises the next stage of work.
Project situations
What can change the scanning scope?
Describe the work and the site conditions when requesting a quote. The method and investigation area need to suit the question being asked.
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A hole that can move
Tell Sirius whether a penetration can shift within an agreed area. A fixed location and a flexible location raise different questions for the investigation and the project designer.
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Several cuts or penetrations
Mark each proposed location and number it on the drawing. Include spacing, dimensions and the sequence of work so separate areas are not mistaken for one continuous investigation.
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A slab with structural questions
Raise known or suspected post-tensioning, suspended construction and structural alterations early. Scanning and an engineer’s assessment address different parts of the decision; arrange the appropriate review before cutting.
Before the first conversation
What do the findings mean for your job?
Review the investigation findings alongside the proposed cut or hole, available drawings and any stated limitations. If the area cannot be assessed adequately, or the information leaves the work decision unresolved, discuss further investigation or a revised location before proceeding.
- Keep the findings tied to the marked work area
- Check whether the proposed cut or hole has moved
- Confirm who reviews structural and service questions
- Resolve uncertainties before cutting or drilling starts
For a useful quote
What affects a concrete-scanning quote?
The number and size of investigation areas, site access and the information required all shape the scope. Provide the details you know and ask what is included. Scanning, engineering review and the later cutting or drilling are separate tasks to allocate when planning the project.
- Location
- Suburb, building level, element and access route.
- Proposed work
- Marked cut or hole, dimensions, intended depth and possible alternative locations.
- Records and conditions
- Available plans, known services, surface finishes, obstructions and site restrictions.
- Timing and findings
- Preferred date, site contact, required information and who will review it.
Common questions
Concrete scanning questions.
Practical answers about booking, investigation limits and preparing your quote request.
01What should I send for a concrete scanning quote?
Send the suburb, building level, marked work area, proposed cut or hole, dimensions and intended depth. Include available drawings, known services, access photos and preferred timing. Explain what information you need back and who will review it.
02Does a scan mean the concrete is safe to cut?
A scan alone is not permission to cut. Review its findings and limitations with the project team, alongside drawings and the proposed work. Structural questions, services and any unresolved areas need to be addressed before cutting or drilling starts.
03Can you scan a post-tensioned or suspended slab?
Tell Sirius about known or suspected post-tensioning or suspended construction when making the enquiry. Share structural drawings and the proposed work. Confirm the investigation scope and arrange appropriate engineering review before any structural cutting or penetration.
04Will I receive markings or a written report?
Confirm the required information when the quote is prepared. Ask whether the agreed scope includes site markings, photographs, a written record or another deliverable, and how limitations and unassessed areas will be communicated. Do not assume a particular format is included.
05Is concrete scanning the same as concrete X-ray?
They are not interchangeable names for one service. Sirius lists concrete scanning and concrete X-ray separately. Describe the proposed work and site conditions so the suitable investigation method and its scope can be discussed.
06Does Sirius offer concrete scanning in Brisbane and the Gold Coast?
Yes. Sirius is based in Logan Village and offers concrete scanning across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Send the site details and proposed work through the form below, or call Scott on 0499 771 066 to discuss the enquiry.
Local project coverage
Planning concrete investigation in your area?
See the Brisbane service areas and Gold Coast service areas.
Discuss your concrete-scanning project
Send the marked area and proposed work.
Include the proposed cut or hole, dimensions, suburb, available drawings and access restrictions. Explain what information you need from the investigation.
Call Scott on 0499 771 066, or use the form. Fields marked * are required.
For other enquiries, visit Contact us.
Plan the pre-work investigation
Send the marked work area and site details.
Share the proposed cut or hole, drawings and access information with Sirius to discuss concrete scanning and request a quote.