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Topographical Surveyor Services

What is a drone Topographic Survey?

A Topographical Survey is a highly detailed and scaled depiction of land, property or a defined area boundary. 

Relating to a site, whether natural or artificial man-made, a topographical survey can provide and gather spatial information. It tells a planner, engineer or architect all about the terrain and any of its elevations. 

Surveys such as this can help architects and design teams spot any surrounding land's height and manmade features such as trees, hills, buildings, fences, rivers or streams. 

These gradient transects also allow us to determine the abundance of species on-site, any neighbouring properties to be aware of, as well as information on underground utilities.

From the topographical survey details, we can then produce our 3D visualisations and begin ground modelling. They are critical for those planning any construction work, especially any extensive construction work. 

A reliable and credible surveying company will save any planner, architect or builder a lot on expenses. Drones have been lucky and effective when it comes to the job of topographical surveys. 

The drones' data connects to the ground system controls, speeding up the process and carrying out any necessary assessment before construction work. 

Why use a drone survey? See below the main reasons for using our services:

There are several varieties of topographical survey methods that teams can use. Both modern technology and traditional methods can be incorporated when taking these topographic surveys. 

There are boundary surveys, general land surveys and surveys that deal exclusively with construction projects in detail. Mapping is also a big part of topographical surveys or any survey under the guise of construction. 

Their level of accuracy often determines the method used alongside the scale of the boundary or land location.

The different types of strategies can classify varieties of information about the area of the land itself. A key piece of equipment used in topographical survey methods is robotic total stations instruments. 

This device measures and details all aspect points, and the surveyor strings these points together to create an outline with a code for the building. 

The duration of time these methods takes can vary, and it all depends on the scale of the site and the desired scale of the construction that the employer wishes to begin. 

Topographical Survey Methods

Do you require a land survey?

Land surveys are more frequently used to detect the distances and particular angular points on a site or land. 

If you require a land survey, you may want to establish land boundaries for ownership, which is why we can use them. Land surveys allow us to determine the placement of any buildings or roads.

Commonly they are called Geodetic or Plane surveys. Geodetic considers larger pieces of land and aim to achieve much precision. Plane surveys, however, deal with smaller areas; thus, do not consider any bumps and curves in the surface. 

If you are unsure as to what kind of survey you may require, contact G J Brookes Ltd, and we may offer advice. 

There are different areas of which Land surveys can divide up. The main categories include;

 Engineering surveys, where the survey detects the place of the building's construction and if it is in the correct position and location.

 Standard land surveys accurately describe the site lines and closely calculate the surrounding land areas. Informational surveys can use maps, sketches or drawings and charts. 

Types of Land Surveys

What are Topographical Surveys?

Topographical surveys are requested for a number of reasons, usually by engineers, planners, and architects to help with the planning and design of their specific project.

No matter what project you are considering, ensure that you employ a trustworthy surveying company. 

A reputable surveying company will save you money in the long run, as they will be able to inform you of potential issues beforehand. G J Brookes Ltd is dedicated to providing the highest standard of service for our clients.

Topographical surveys are used by architects, government agencies, engineers and builders for many different important reasons. For example, these surveys are important to an architect if they are designing a 3D version of their plan, as the surface elevation of the specific piece of land needs to be measured.

If the land is being built on or is being sold to another owner, then a topographical survey must be completed. Topographical surveys are also needed to find out the specifications of the piece of land, including the shape, the position of the land (geographically), the level of the land and the form if the land. They can also find out the features of the land that could affect its uses.

Why are Topographical Surveys Needed?

How is a Topographical Survey Carried Out?

A topographical survey is carried out using GPS, EDM and other surveying equipment. The survey itself is carried out in a range of steps to ensure everything is covered, and the process is done precisely and correctly. The time it takes to complete the topographical survey will depend on the amount of land there is. Here are the steps to completing the survey: