Step 1
Lay the tracer wire along the pipe you wish to mark. If you are connecting to an existing wire, align the two wire ends together and tie a knot. Use the direct bury wire nuts to twist the two stripped wire ends together.
Step 2
Tape the wire every 5 feet to the pipe with the electrical tape. Take care not to damage the wire or insulated cover.
Step 3
Run the wire to the end of the pipe above finished grade and cut. If you are connecting to a gas line, it will terminate at the gas meter. About 12 inches of wire should remain above final grade coiled neatly. If you are marking a water line the tracer wire will end where the water main enters the home.