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What Is an As-Built Survey and When Does Your Project Require One?
Many property owners first hear about an as-built survey at the worst time, right before a closing or a loan sign-off. Knowing what it is

What a Land Survey Company Checks on Narrow Lots
Chicago homes often sit on tight lots. You walk down a slim side path. You park in a garage off the alley. It all feels

Hidden Drainage Problems LiDAR Mapping Can Reveal
Heavy rain hit the Chicago area again this week. Streets filled up fast. Some homes saw water creep closer than expected. For many people, it

Building on a Small Lot? Call Surveying Companies Early
Chicago is changing fast. New homes, coach houses, and small multi-unit buildings are showing up in older neighborhoods. A big reason for this is infill

ALTA Survey: Catch Access Issues Before You Build
A buyer picks up a small property in Chicago. The lot looks fine. There’s a rear alley. Cars pass through, trash gets picked up, and

How a Drone Survey Makes Tight Job Sites Safer
An aerial survey using drones gives project teams a faster way to understand site conditions before work begins. In a dense city like Chicago, where