The Federal Aviation Administration has a set of rules and guidelines for when it comes to building cellular towers and broadcasting towers. Since these towers are extremely tall, they need to be built with guidelines for the safety of aviation. What is the FAA Certification Guidelines for these Towers? Building commercial structures is a tricky… Read more »
Drones Prove Useful in Surveying & Mapping
Drones have become an incredible tool for many different industries. When it comes to surveying and mapping, drones prove to be much more useful in the process of land surveying for several different projects. When drones are used by land surveyors for different jobs, it has been rather beneficial for productivity, planning, mapping, and collecting… Read more »
Benefits of Construction Staking in Land Surveying
There are many techniques and strategies land surveyors use on a construction site to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the job for construction projects to run smoothly. Much of the job is making sure progress is being made in a project, and that it will be finished without going over budget or using more… Read more »
How Renewable Energy Projects will Help Land Surveyors
Land Surveying is a trade and a field that is much needed in everyday life. From construction work to site planning, land surveyors have a wide range of services that are offered to help out contractors and individuals. With renewable energy projects being funded and launched throughout the country, land surveyors will be hard at… Read more »
Hydrologic Studies in Preparation for Storms
Not all surveying is focused on land because when properties intersect with pipes or water bodies, they need to be inspected to recognize any flood or drainage risks that may exist. A hydrologic study is very important in the big picture, especially today when we’re seeing record-breaking storms around the country, as well as the… Read more »
Land Surveying During the Winter Months
Many people don’t think hiring a land surveyor during the winter months is a good idea due to the frozen ground and colder air, but in reality, this could be a good time to hire a land surveyor for their services, and here is the reason why. Business Slows Down in the Winter Not many… Read more »
Surveying and Job Site Safety
One of the first steps before beginning any construction project is typically land surveying. This part of the process is essential for the safety of the present and future of the building and its surroundings. If you’re planning on building a home or office, it’s vital to have a professional land surveyor measure, map out,… Read more »
How to Solve Land Surveying Issues with Neighbors
When deciding to buy or build a new house, one of the first and most important duties is to have a land survey completed. If you don’t do this, you could have plenty of issues arise down the road at your new home. It is important to respect these land boundaries, but there are instances… Read more »
Commercial vs. Residential Boundary Surveying
When it comes to conducting a commercial land or boundary survey, it isn’t so much that the type or quality of work is any different from a residential survey. Instead, the difference lies in the fact that often times, a commercial survey can be much more intensive, and subsequently, more expensive. Why? Because these different… Read more »
What is a Topographic Survey Used for?
Topography in the surveying industry is very useful. A topographic survey is essentially a 3-D map of a 3-D property portraying all the natural elements and man-made features of a property. If you’re an avid hiker that uses specific trail applications, you’ll know that the topographic maps play a big role in navigating your hike…. Read more »