District Heating Network Survey & Utility Data Support

Supporting the planning, design and delivery of district heating infrastructure in the UK. 

At Technics, we support the successful delivery of district heating projects by supplying accurate, high-resolution survey and geospatial data. Our work informs key decisions at the earliest stages of planning and feasibility, enabling safer, more efficient design by specialist engineering teams. 

We do not carry out the design or installation of district heating systems ourselves. Instead, our role is to equip experienced design partners with the reliable data they need to plan with confidence and precision. 

What We Offer: Survey & Utility Data for District Heating Design 

District heating networks often begin with complex planning challenges, particularly in built-up or utility-congested areas. Our involvement starts at this crucial early stage, delivering accurate subsurface and surface data to support engineering design. 

We provide the following survey services to inform and de-risk the design process: 

  • PAS 128 Underground Utility Mapping - Precise location of buried services 
  • Topographical Surveys - Above-ground features to inform routing and layout 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Surveys - Identify voids, anomalies and obstructions 
  • Trial Holes & Vacuum Excavation - Verify buried utility positions and ground composition 
  • 3D Utility Models - BIM-ready data to support integration in complex urban settings 

This data is used directly by our partner organisations to design district heating systems safely and efficiently. 

Collaborative Approach with Industry Partners 

Technics works alongside trusted design consultants and engineering firms as a specialist survey and data provider. On joint bids and active projects, our role is to deliver accurate, site-specific intelligence to inform the design and planning carried out by others. 

We do not provide district heating design or installation services ourselves, but we play a critical role in enabling those who do. 

Why Accurate Surveying Matters for District Heating Projects 

District heating networks are often routed through challenging urban environments, where inaccurate data can lead to serious project risks: 

  • Planning delays and costly rework
  • Unexpected clashes with existing utilities
  • Safety issues and compliance concerns
  • Increased installation costs and timelines

Our surveys reduce these risks, ensuring designers have the full picture before decisions are made on route, depth, and construction methodology.

Recent Projects & Experience 

We’ve supported district heating schemes across the UK by providing essential survey data at planning and design stages. Recent work includes: 

  • Worthing, Bristol & Bradford -Utility and topographical surveys supporting extension of existing networks 

Each project comes with unique challenges. We work closely with our partners and local authorities to deliver the accurate intelligence required for responsible, risk-aware network design. 

Let’s Work Together 

If you’re preparing to deliver a district heating project and need reliable, high-quality survey data to support the design and planning stages, Technics can help. 

Contact us today to discuss how our underground utility surveys and mapping services can support your network infrastructure project, and how our design partner can assist this further to completion.  

To discuss your project with us, please call one of our offices to speak to our experts or email enquiries@technicsgroup.com.