Why Urban Redevelopment Drives Construction Surveys

Surveyor setting up equipment for construction surveys at an urban site

Pittsburgh’s Strip District is changing fast. New apartments, shops, and mixed-use buildings are moving from plans into real construction. Because of this growth, construction surveys now matter more than ever. Before builders pour concrete or raise steel, surveyors must place every part of the project in the correct spot. When this step is skipped or […]

Use LiDAR Mapping to Detect Hidden Drainage Problems Early

Backyard with subtle contour lines showing how LiDAR mapping helps reveal elevation changes and early drainage problems

If your yard floods every time it rains, you’re not the only one dealing with this problem. Many homeowners see water pooling in the same spots, damp basements after storms, and muddy patches that never fully dry. Contractors may blame “low spots,” and neighbors may offer their own theories, but none of that gives you […]

How Is Engineering Growth Changing Drone Land Surveying?

A drone land surveying aerial view of an active construction site with earthwork and site grading

Western Pennsylvania is growing fast, and a recent move by a major engineering company shows how quickly things are changing. A well-known firm opened a new office in the Monroeville area, and this expansion sends a clear message: more development is coming to the Pittsburgh region. As builders, homeowners, and developers prepare for another wave […]