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Price & Comparison Guides

When buying utility locating equipment, knowing what to buy for your application is essential. Whether you’re looking for a locator based on application or utility, Locator Guys can help you choose the right locator for your project. This helps you maximize your effectiveness and save money by buying the right product the first time.

Mainline Sewer Inspection System Price & Comparison Guide

What You’ll Learn

  • Truck vs Trailer vs Portable systems

  • Real pricing examples from Locator Guys inventory

  • Brand comparisons: Aries, Hathorn, RIDGID, Insight Vision, Electric Eel, Milwaukee

  • Municipal vs Contractor buying strategy

  • Used mainline equipment savings

  • Training, warranty, and repair considerations

Who This Guide Is For

  • Municipal public works departments

  • Utility authorities

  • Sewer inspection contractors

  • Infrastructure engineers

Price Snapshot

Mainline systems range from:

  • ~$10,000 portable systems

  • $50,000–$200,000 trailer builds

  • $150,000–$300,000+ truck-mounted units.

Read the Full Mainline Sewer Inspection Price Guide

Sewer Camera Price & Comparison Guide

What You’ll Learn

  • Entry-level vs mid-tier vs HD push cameras

  • 1080p vs VGA video differences

  • Cable length, head diameter & IP rating breakdowns

  • Brand-by-brand spec comparison table

  • Best camera by use case (Plumbers, Contractors, Municipalities)

  • Financing & support considerations

Who This Guide Is For

  • Plumbing contractors

  • Drain cleaning companies

  • Small municipalities

  • Inspection startups

  • Growing trenchless contractors

Price Snapshot

  • $4K–$7K entry push cameras

  • $8K–$12K mid-tier systems

  • $15K+ HD push systems

  • $50K–$100K+ mainline crawler systems

This guide answers 90% of buyer questions before you call.

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Magnetic Locator Price & Comparison Guide

What You’ll Learn

  • What affects magnetic locator pricing

  • Detection depth comparisons (up to ~18 ft)

  • Coil size & sensitivity differences

  • IP rating & durability factors

  • Utility vs Surveyor vs Construction recommendations

  • FAQ: Are expensive locators more accurate? How deep can they detect?

Who This Guide Is For

  • Utility locators

  • Public works departments

  • Land surveyors

  • Excavation contractors

  • Construction crews

Price Snapshot (Locator Guys Listings)

  • ~$1,169 – $1,473 for Schonstedt models

  • 7-year manufacturer warranty included

If you're comparing GA-52Cx vs GA-92XTd vs Maggie, this page simplifies the decision.

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