Methods of Surveying
The explosion of technology in recent decades has dramatically impacted the land
development industry. Many Land Surveyors today use radio-controlled robotic
total stations, which measure distances and angles electronically and may be operated
remotely. Field computers are used to control these total stations for site
layout and to store collected field data. Other tools available to the land
surveyor include photogrammetry (aerial photography) and GPS (Global Positioning
System) equipment.
In the office, advanced CAD (computer-aided design) and civil design software aid
in preparing stakeout data, evaluating collected data, and producing final drawings
that may be used for recording or construction design. Integration of office
and field computers decreases the time and cost of a given survey, and at the same
time reduces the potential for errors when compared with traditional surveying techniques.
Edward-James Surveying, Inc. utilizes the latest in technology to deliver
fast, accurate, professional service for all types of surveys,
including the following:
- ACSM/ALTA Land Title Survey
A survey made for the purpose of supplying a Title Company with survey and location
data necessary for issuing American Land Title Association or Extended Coverage
Title insurance.
- Boundary Survey
A survey made for the express purpose of locating the corners and boundary lines
of a given parcel of land. Easement lines may also be located and/or established
with this type of survey.
- Topographic Survey
A survey locating topographic features - natural and man-made - such as buildings,
fences, trees, streams, contours of the land, etc., to be used by engineers and/or
architects for the design of improvements on a site.
- Subdivision Platting
The division of a tract of land into smaller parcels with monumentation and preparation
of a Final Plat conforming to Colorado law and local ordinances.
- Condominium Maps
A plat showing the location of all exterior improvements, inside building
dimensions, elevations of each floor, and location of limited and general common
elements and other declarations per Colorado state statutes.
- Control Survey
Precise location, both for horizontal position and elevation of points, for use
in mapping of aerial photographs, construction staking, environmental monitoring,
and GIS (Geographic Information Systems).
- Construction Staking
Layout of control and staking for construction of roads, bridges, buildings, pipelines,
subdivisions, etc.