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From Pixels to Points: The Common Ground of Geospatial Mapping and Video Games

There are some households who will still be able to remember when their parents might have considered video games something of a waste of time, though everyone’s parents might have used different…

What Does Ground Penetrating Radar Detect?

Ground penetrating radar (GPR) is a geophysical locating technique that utilizes radio waves to capture subsurface information with a minimally invasive technology. The big advantage of using the GPR system is the…

As-Built Surveys: The Key to Verifying Construction Quality

As-built drawings record structural measurements of a building's interior and exterior during the project and after its completion. The measurements taken during the as-built survey may vary from those in the plans.…

How Land Surveying Can Ensure a Wise Investment

Are you searching for the perfect investment property or your first home? It's crucial to understand how a land survey secures your investment. There are many moving parts to closing on a…

How to Measure Facility Issues like Bulging, Sagging, and Settling?

If your facility experiences issues with walls or foundations bulging, sagging, or settling, you'll need to rectify the problem immediately. This post unpacks how to inspect the extent of this issue using…

How Does a Topographical Survey Help with Land Use Planning?

From land development to real estate and engineering to construction, topographical surveys play a vital role in several different industries. Also referred to as topo surveys, these detailed maps highlight both the…

3D Scanning vs Traditional Measuring Methods: Which is Better for Building Construction?

If there’s one thing that can be considered constant in the building and construction industries, it’s that everything in these industries may be subject to change. Construction is a unique industry that…

Land Surveying's Role in Assessing Storm Damage

Precision Surveying and Consulting worked overtime to assist our clients with Missouri River flooding preparations in 2019! In the Midwest, fierce storms and flooding can have devastating effects on a community. From…

What are the Advantages of 3D Scanning in Construction?

The construction industry has seen significant technological advancements in recent years, and 3D scanning technology is one of them. The use of 3D scanning has become increasingly popular in the construction industry,…

How Do Land Surveyors and Civil Engineers Work Together?

Big construction projects have to be properly executed, and the only way they can be properly executed is by ensuring the appropriate professionals are on the job. Two key players that are…