Our Services

Comprehensive Surveying & Land Development Services

From initial site planning through project completion, we provide the precise measurements and documentation your project demands.

Land Development Services

Complete surveying solutions for developers, engineers, and land development professionals.

Grading & Drainage Plans

Site-specific plans engineered for proper water management during and after construction. These plans detail the existing and proposed grade elevations, drainage patterns, and stormwater control measures required for permitting and code compliance.

Recombination Plats

Legal documents that combine two or more adjacent lots into a single parcel. Required for property line adjustments and development planning, recombination plats must meet county recording requirements and are essential for projects that need to consolidate parcels.

Erosion Control Plans

Engineering plans designed to prevent soil erosion during construction activities. Required by NC DEQ for most development projects, these plans specify silt fences, check dams, inlet protection, and other best management practices to protect waterways and neighboring properties.

ALTA / ACSM Land Title Surveys

The gold standard in commercial real estate surveys, prepared according to the strict requirements set by the American Land Title Association and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping. Required by lenders and title companies for commercial property transactions, these comprehensive surveys detail boundaries, easements, encroachments, and improvements.

Wetland Mapping

Precise delineation of wetland boundaries on your property to determine buildable areas and environmental compliance requirements. Understanding wetland limits early in the planning process prevents costly design changes and regulatory delays.

Boundary / As-Built Surveys

Define exact property lines and document existing improvements on a parcel. Boundary surveys are critical for resolving property disputes, while as-built surveys verify that construction matches approved plans — both are foundational for any land development project.

Permitting Services

Navigate the complex permitting process with expert guidance. We prepare and submit permit applications, coordinate with municipal reviewing agencies, and ensure all surveying documentation meets local jurisdiction requirements — saving you time and avoiding costly delays.

Construction Staking

Translate engineering plans into precise physical markers on the ground. Our construction staking ensures that structures, roads, utilities, and other improvements are built in their exact planned locations — the critical link between design and construction.

Annexation Mapping

Required surveys and plats for properties being annexed into a municipality. We prepare the precise mapping documentation needed for jurisdictional transfers, ensuring compliance with all municipal requirements and smooth transitions into city or town limits.

Home Builder Services

Supporting builders from lot fit studies through certificate of occupancy with precision surveying at every stage.

Plot Plan / House Location Plan (HLP)

Shows the proposed home's position on the lot relative to setbacks, easements, and property lines. Required before construction begins, the HLP serves as the blueprint for how your home will sit on the property and is typically required for building permit approval.

Rough Stake

Initial ground markers showing building corners, setbacks, and key reference points. The rough stake is the first physical step in translating plans to the ground, allowing your grading crew to begin site preparation with confidence.

Permanent Footing Stake

Precise markers for foundation footing placement, set to exact elevations and positions specified by the engineering plans. Accuracy at this stage determines the entire structure's position — there's no room for error when setting footings.

Form Check Verification

Independent verification that foundation forms are properly placed before the concrete pour. This critical quality control step catches costly errors early — repositioning forms is measured in hours, while fixing a misplaced foundation is measured in weeks and thousands of dollars.

Pin Footing / Brick Points

Precise elevation and alignment marks for masonry work. Brick points ensure that brick ledges, veneer lines, and structural masonry elements align perfectly with the architectural plans, giving your finished product the clean, professional appearance clients expect.

Foundation Survey

Documents the as-built foundation location and elevation after the foundation is poured. This survey verifies compliance with the approved plot plan and building permit, confirming that the structure is properly positioned within all required setbacks and easements.

Final Survey / Physical Survey

Comprehensive as-built survey showing the completed structure's relationship to property lines, easements, and setbacks. This is typically the last surveying step before certificate of occupancy and documents everything built on the property for the permanent record.

Lot Fit Matrices / House Fit Studies

Analysis of how different floor plans fit specific lots, taking into account setbacks, easements, topography, and building orientation. These studies help builders maximize lot utilization and identify the best floor plan options before committing to construction.

Impervious Area Calculations / Certifications

Precise measurement of all impervious surfaces — rooftops, driveways, walkways, and patios — to ensure compliance with stormwater regulations. Many municipalities cap impervious coverage as a percentage of lot area, making accurate calculations essential for permit approval.

Site Plans

Detailed drawings showing proposed improvements, grading, utilities, and access for your project. Site plans serve as the master document for permitting and construction coordination, giving all project stakeholders a clear picture of the intended development.

FEMA Flood Elevation Certificates

Official documentation of a structure's elevation relative to the base flood elevation established by FEMA. These certificates are required for flood insurance rating and can potentially save homeowners significant money on their flood insurance premiums.

Topographical Surveys

Detailed mapping of terrain elevation changes, existing trees, structures, utilities, and other natural and man-made features. Topographic surveys are the foundation for all site design work, providing engineers and architects with the accurate baseline data they need.

Easement Maps & Surveys

Locate, document, and map utility and access easements that affect property use and development. Understanding easement locations and restrictions is essential for proper site planning and avoiding conflicts with utility companies and neighboring property owners.

Realtor & Homeowner Services

Protecting your property investment with precise surveys, staking, and documentation.

Closing Survey / Physical Survey

Shows property boundaries and all improvements for real estate closings. A closing survey identifies encroachments, easement conflicts, or boundary issues before you complete your purchase — protecting both buyer and seller from unexpected surprises.

Property Line Staking

Physical markers showing your exact property boundaries, placed at corners and along property lines. Know precisely where your property begins and ends — essential before building fences, sheds, additions, or landscaping near your property edges.

Set / Re-establish Property Corners

Find and mark original survey monuments, or set new ones where originals have been disturbed or are missing. This is the definitive answer to "where's my property line?" — using deed research, recorded plats, and field evidence to establish authoritative corner positions.

Fence Location Stakeout

Precise staking to ensure your fence is built entirely on your property. A fence stakeout prevents disputes with neighbors and potential legal issues — far less expensive than moving a fence after it's been installed on the wrong side of the property line.

FEMA Flood Elevation Certificates

Determine your property's flood zone status and elevation relative to FEMA's base flood elevation. An accurate elevation certificate can potentially lower your flood insurance premiums significantly, especially if your property is near but not within a designated flood zone.

Residential Drainage Plans

Engineering solutions for water management around your home. If you're dealing with standing water, yard erosion, or drainage issues affecting your foundation, a residential drainage plan provides a professional solution designed specifically for your property's unique conditions.

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