a locating device to find all hidden utility outlets such as electrical boxes after a wall covering such as gypsum board has been placed there over . the apparatus in one embodiment includes a first body locatable within a junction box proximate a rear surface of a wall covering , said first body having a magnet located therein . a second body locatable proximate a front surface of the wall covering opposite the first body . the second body includes scribing points to mark an indent on the surface of the said wall covering . the apparatus further comprises an elongate member having proximate and distal ends and being pivotally mounted to the second body . the elongate member has a second magnet at the proximate end thereof wherein the distal end is alignable with an alignment indicator when the scribing points on the second body are aligned with the entry point for a cutting tool .