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Concrete ferro scanning and reinforcement detection is a non-destructive investigation activity used to identify the location, depth and orientation of reinforcement, post-tensioning tendons and embedded metallic elements within concrete structures. STRUCTinspect UK provide independent concrete scanning services across London and the UK from £495 (ex VAT) per visit, supporting safe drilling, structural alteration, temporary works design and plant installation.
Concrete ferro scanning is required where reinforcement layouts are unknown, unreliable or absent from available records. In-situ scanning allows designers, contractors and dutyholders to verify reinforcement position and cover without intrusive works, reducing the risk of damaging structural elements and enabling informed decisions where assumptions would otherwise govern safety-critical activities.
When concrete ferro scanning is required
Concrete ferro scanning and reinforcement detection is typically required where:
• existing drawings are missing, outdated or unreliable
• drilling, coring or fixing into concrete is planned
• temporary works or load-bearing fixings are required
• plant, MEP or façade systems are being installed
• post-installed anchors are proposed near reinforcement
• intrusive investigation must be minimised
• evidence is required for method statements, RAMS or design sign-off
Scanning is commonly used on slabs, beams, columns, walls, cores and transfer structures in both new and existing buildings.
What ferro scanning identifies
STRUCTinspect UK undertakes scanning to identify and map:
• reinforcement bar location and spacing
• reinforcement depth and concrete cover
• mesh arrangements in slabs and walls
• embedded metallic elements
• zones of congestion or high reinforcement density
Where present, scanning can also assist in identifying post-tensioning tendons or services that present a risk during drilling or coring.
Scanning methodology and equipment
Concrete ferro scanning is carried out using calibrated non-destructive detection equipment operated by experienced site engineers. Scanning methodologies are selected to suit the structure, access conditions and required level of resolution, balancing accuracy with practicality on live construction or refurbishment sites. All scanning works are planned to minimise disruption while ensuring results are sufficiently robust to support engineering decisions and safe site execution.
What the £495 service includes
Concrete ferro scanning and reinforcement detection from £495 (ex VAT) per visit includes:
• site attendance by experienced investigation engineers
• non-destructive scanning of concrete elements
• identification of reinforcement position and depth
• marked-up scan areas on the structure
• photographic records of scan locations and outputs
• summary reporting suitable for construction and design use
Larger areas, complex geometries or enhanced reporting requirements can be scoped as required.
Reporting and deliverables
Scanning results are issued as clear, practical outputs that can be directly used by site teams, designers and temporary works engineers. Deliverables may include annotated photographs, sketches or drawings identifying reinforcement zones, exclusion areas and recommended fixing or drilling locations. Reporting is structured to support RAMS development, design coordination and safe execution of works.
Service coverage
STRUCTinspect UK provides concrete ferro scanning services primarily across London, with nationwide coverage available across the UK. Services are delivered on construction, refurbishment and existing-asset projects where reliable reinforcement information is required to manage risk and progress works safely.
Why STRUCTinspect UK
STRUCTinspect UK operates as an independent specialist service focused on evidence-led investigation rather than assumption-based assessment. Our work supports projects where certainty around existing structure behaviour and configuration is required to meet modern safety, quality and governance expectations.
Book concrete ferro scanning
If you require concrete ferro scanning or reinforcement detection to support drilling, fixing, temporary works or structural alteration, STRUCTinspect UK can scope and deliver scanning efficiently and reliably.
Concrete ferro scanning from £495 (ex VAT).
London and UK coverage available.
Concrete ferro scanning and reinforcement detection is typically required where:
• existing drawings are missing, outdated or unreliable
• drilling, coring or fixing into concrete is planned
• temporary works or load-bearing fixings are required
• plant, MEP or façade systems are being installed
• post-installed anchors are proposed near reinforcement
• intrusive investigation must be minimised
• evidence is required for method statements, RAMS or design sign-off
Scanning is commonly used on slabs, beams, columns, walls, cores and transfer structures in both new and existing buildings.
What ferro scanning identifies
STRUCTinspect UK undertakes scanning to identify and map:
• reinforcement bar location and spacing
• reinforcement depth and concrete cover
• mesh arrangements in slabs and walls
• embedded metallic elements
• zones of congestion or high reinforcement density
Where present, scanning can also assist in identifying post-tensioning tendons or services that present a risk during drilling or coring.
Scanning methodology and equipment
Concrete ferro scanning is carried out using calibrated non-destructive detection equipment operated by experienced site engineers. Scanning methodologies are selected to suit the structure, access conditions and required level of resolution, balancing accuracy with practicality on live construction or refurbishment sites. All scanning works are planned to minimise disruption while ensuring results are sufficiently robust to support engineering decisions and safe site execution.
What the £495 service includes
Concrete ferro scanning and reinforcement detection from £495 (ex VAT) per visit includes:
• site attendance by experienced investigation engineers
• non-destructive scanning of concrete elements
• identification of reinforcement position and depth
• marked-up scan areas on the structure
• photographic records of scan locations and outputs
• summary reporting suitable for construction and design use
Larger areas, complex geometries or enhanced reporting requirements can be scoped as required.
Reporting and deliverables
Scanning results are issued as clear, practical outputs that can be directly used by site teams, designers and temporary works engineers. Deliverables may include annotated photographs, sketches or drawings identifying reinforcement zones, exclusion areas and recommended fixing or drilling locations. Reporting is structured to support RAMS development, design coordination and safe execution of works.
Service coverage
STRUCTinspect UK provides concrete ferro scanning services primarily across London, with nationwide coverage available across the UK. Services are delivered on construction, refurbishment and existing-asset projects where reliable reinforcement information is required to manage risk and progress works safely.
Why STRUCTinspect UK
STRUCTinspect UK operates as an independent specialist service focused on evidence-led investigation rather than assumption-based assessment. Our work supports projects where certainty around existing structure behaviour and configuration is required to meet modern safety, quality and governance expectations.
Book concrete ferro scanning
If you require concrete ferro scanning or reinforcement detection to support drilling, fixing, temporary works or structural alteration, STRUCTinspect UK can scope and deliver scanning efficiently and reliably.
Concrete ferro scanning from £495 (ex VAT).
London and UK coverage available.