Everything A New Homeowner Needs To Know About Property Surveys
When you purchase a home for the first time, it’s easy to get lost in the decorating, renovations, and plans for its future. However, this one important document is often overlooked during the planning process. A property survey outlines the exact boundaries of your land and gives you a legal report of precisely what land […]
A Quick Guide To Routine Utility Surveys For Aging Infrastructure
It’s no surprise that aging infrastructure can be a problem for utility upgrades. Electrical lines, telecom cables, water, and gas are not always well mapped and buried deep underground. If you’re planning to dig or do any work underground, it’s critical to start with a utility survey before installations to understand what you’re working with. […]
Why Land Surveys Are The Foundation Of A Successful Construction Project
A solid foundation is the key to any successful construction project, especially for new projects like schools, high rises, airports, arenas, commercial developments, and oil and gas facilities. Surveying is the first step to building that solid foundation. However, mistakes in the initial survey can cause huge delays, overrun budgets, and lead to potential legal disputes. […]
Subdivision Surveys Insider: Helpful Facts That Get Permits Approved
When you’re taking on a project like splitting up farmland, creating a new residential neighbourhood, or adding lots to a rural property, a subdivision survey will be the first step to getting everything done right. A subdivision survey is a detailed process of dividing a large land parcel into smaller lots. This service is crucial […]
The Best Land Surveys For Your Urban Planning Projects
To plan the layout of a city block, subdivision, or infill project, you need to know what is already there. As urban growth and infrastructure become more complex, planners and developers need to remain aware of the land and boundaries where they plan to build. Land surveys are the foundation of every successful urban planning […]
Why New Land Developers Choose Local Surveyors Who Know The Area
A successful construction project starts from the ground up, and no one knows that better than a professional local surveyor. Construction site conditions can quickly take a turn and throw off approved plans. Surveyors who come prepared with the insights you need will help to avoid costly surprises, mistakes, and permit delays. When you need construction […]
Don’t Dig Blind: The Real Value of Underground Surveying
Underground surveying is more than paint marking on the ground. When people try to cut corners by digging blindly, they suffer the consequences. An estimated $1 billion in damages to underground utilities is reported annually. Costly damage to hidden pipes and cables is avoidable if you are proactive before you dig. Underground surveying is the overall process […]
Edmonton Line Locating: How To Avoid Costly Repairs This Year
A professional underground utility survey is a must when preparing for a digging or excavation project in Edmonton. It helps identify buried infrastructure lines like gas mains, water pipes, and electrical cables. However, did you know that even after commissioning a line locating survey, you could still put your underground utility lines at risk? Unfortunately, it […]
Avoiding Dangerous Mistakes: The Truth About Spring Yard Projects
As the snow melts and the days get longer, many Canadian homeowners are eager to tackle their long-awaited yard projects. Whether it’s planting a new garden, installing a firepit, moving a structure, or upgrading landscaping, spring is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor spaces. Before you start digging, though, there’s one critical step you […]
This One Thing Makes Meridian Superior for Road Construction Data
Across Canada, major roadways are essential for transportation, commerce, and daily life. While private-sector projects like logging or oil and gas may experience fluctuations, municipal road construction is a constant necessity. However, many small cities or townships face a significant challenge: relying on incomplete, outdated, or decentralized archival roadworks data. When road construction projects require historical records, […]