For several years, the search was on to discover the exact location of the starting point of the Mason-Dixon Line, the original site of the Plumstead Huddle House. The house has since been non-existent for one reason or another and finally, after thorough investigation of maps and other artifacts, the starting point for the… Read more »
Determining Property Lines After a Storm
In our last post, we briefly made mention of the damage that was caused throughout the state of Vermont by Hurricane Irene in 2011. What we didn’t really go into detail about was how to deal with that damage once the storm has passed. As you sift through your water-logged possessions and all of… Read more »
BLAZE Design Inc.: There for All of Your Land Surveying Needs
Land surveys are an important part of any building or construction project, but it’s important to keep in mind that there are many different types. Depending on the size and type of the project, one can determine exactly what type of survey needs to be done to move the construction project forward. At… Read more »
The Misplacement of a National Monument Proves the Importance of Today’s Land Surveying Technology
In the past, we’ve discussed the importance of land surveying and how the proper equipment is crucial to getting accurate results. However, there are times where we find it difficult to really understand certain things until we can see the evidence for ourselves. Well when it comes to this particular profession, we can think… Read more »
Why Choose a Career as a Land Surveyor
Making the right career choice is extremely important; so it is good to know the benefits of choosing land surveying as a career. As with most careers in any industry, there are pros and cons; but once the proper training is obtained, land surveying can be a promising and lucrative life-long career. There… Read more »
Land Surveying Safety Procedures
Safety is important when working on any job, but for some careers it is of utmost importance. Outdoor workers who work with many different colleagues and heavy equipment are at the top of this list. A professional land surveyor has many responsibilities. They organize and direct one or more colleagues to survey portions… Read more »
When to Hire a Land Surveyor
It seems as though you can spot a land surveyor just about anywhere, but for those not in the know, it can be unclear what that surveyor is actually doing and why they’re doing it. Will there ever come a time where you yourself will need to call on one of these professionals? If… Read more »
How to Become a Professional Land Surveyor
After over 30 years in the business, I can confidently say that land surveying is a profession that is constantly evolving. Because of this, it is no surprise that the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook has reported that “employment of surveying and mapping technicians is expected to grow 16% from 2010 to… Read more »
Technology Has Brought Us a Long Way With Surveying Equipment
In our last post, we mentioned how far the land surveying profession has come in terms of advanced technology and equipment. In comparison to the days of the Egyptian Pyramids, there are now so many more options available for the land surveyors of today’s era, helping us to acquire the precise information we need… Read more »
Winter Is The Perfect Time to Start Land Surveying Projects
So far, we’ve gotten pretty lucky around the Shaftsbury area when it comes to the snowfall. However, when the time does come and we begin to see more and more flurries sticking to the ground, don’t lose our number too quickly! A little bit of snow won’t put a stopper in any of your… Read more »