When Stakes Go Missing: Construction Staking Survey Tips

Total station surveying instrument on a tripod at a construction site for a construction staking survey.

If you’ve ever worked on a construction site, you know how one small mistake can spiral into chaos. A missing layout stake might seem harmless, but it can delay inspections, misalign a foundation, or even trigger legal issues. That’s why a construction staking survey is more than just a formality—it’s your project’s safety net. In […]

Protect Your Property With an Elevation Survey Post-Storm

Surveyor conducting an elevation survey near a coastal property after storm waves

Boston’s coastline is no stranger to storms. Just last week, Hurricane Humberto stayed offshore, but its swell still hit Massachusetts with force. The National Weather Service issued warnings of high surf, rip currents, and dangerous conditions in Mass Bay and Cape Cod Bay. For many, it looked like just another late-season storm rolling past. But […]

Property Survey After Storms: Protect Against Disputes

Uprooted tree from storm damage lying across a yard, showing why a property survey is important to confirm boundaries after severe weather

Massachusetts weather can surprise even longtime residents. Just this past week, the National Weather Service confirmed five tornadoes in MetroWest towns like Paxton, Holden, Berlin, and Stow. For many homeowners, the damage went far beyond downed trees and missing shingles. Uprooted roots tore through fences, stone walls shifted, and survey markers disappeared under debris. When […]