The world is based on measurement and mathematics and surveying – from land surveys, marine and offshore surveys and ecological surveys – brings them to life. Most types of survey act as the basis for measuring the natural and built environment then the process of mapping and modelling accompanies that.
At Lucion, we offer a range of surveying and geospatial services including measured building surveys and boundary surveys. This guide explores why the art of surveying is essential and why it is an important technical discipline.
Land Surveys vs Setting Out Surveys
Land surveys offer precise measurements of an area of land to assist with construction projects by clearly determining property boundaries or the location of underground utilities. On their own, the individual data points acquired through a professional land survey are isolated and may not be as helpful as when they are used with other surveys, like setting out surveys. A setting out survey bridges the gap between designs on paper and tangible structures on the ground, helping to avoid boundary disputes but also ensuring architects and designers can construct buildings with precision, saving time and money.
Collecting Data from Different Types of Surveys
Data is collected by a qualified surveyor for architects, engineers, construction managers, quarry managers and foremen on the ground. However, there are a range of other individuals who will benefit from data collected through land surveys, like accountants, economists, estate agents, planning agencies, government officials, councils and homeowners and landlords. During construction projects, architects and engineers depend on the measurements attained from survey data, including topographic surveys, drone surveys or 3D laser scanning surveys. This data supports them throughout the development and construction phases as it helps establish planning and design and provides data that can be used to determine the best course of action for certain projects. These can be as diverse as deciding the routes of major infrastructure projects to planning a simple house extension, whilst comparing data over a period of time can help map coastlines, erosion and climate change.
Data is also important for the conservation of land and buildings, and the overall safety and maintenance of buildings and quarries. Bathymetric surveys can reveal what is located beneath water bodies and underground utility surveys provide crucial insights into subsurface infrastructure through our Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) surveys. These accurate surveys can inform project managers of what is located underwater or underground, which will impact the overall project which deals with these difficult areas.
Why Surveying is an Important Technical Discipline
Land surveying is a crucial technical discipline because of its accuracy, providing reliable data to those who need it and ensuring construction projects can be carried out without major delays or unexpected costs. A professional survey, carried out by an expert land surveyor at Lucion, can help you understand a range of details, including property lines, property boundaries and the stability of terrain. The resulting drawings can provide the basis for other important studies such as ecology and tree surveys.
Choosing Lucion for your Survey
Surveying is the basis of many things in today’s world. At Lucion, our specialist team of land surveyors are ready to support you throughout your project and offer guidance on surveying and data collection ahead of and during the construction process. Contact us today.
