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Click to view image Prior to finalizing the design of the loop, you must develop a site plan showing the description and location of buried underground utilities. The owner should be consulted to determine areas to avoid, acceptable locations for entry and exit of heavy equipment, and location of special services such as drains or sprinklers. Carefully measure and stake out the boundaries of the earth coil field.

In developing a site plan, remember to consider the location of:

  • Electric,
  • Phone,
  • TV Cables,
  • Water Lines,
  • Septic or Sewer systems, and
  • Drain Lines.
Click to view image Should unforeseen conditions requires deviation from the plan, be sure to revise documentation.

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