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Writing a Legal Description as a Professional Land Surveyor (Including Checklist)

Writing a Legal Description as a Professional Land Surveyor (Including Checklist) The Vital Role of Accurate and Concise Legal Descriptions for Land Surveyors For professional land surveyors, crafting accurate and concise legal descriptions is a fundamental aspect of their work. These descriptions serve as the cornerstone of property boundaries,...
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Land Surveyors' Vital Role in Construction Layout: Expert Insights and Guidance

Land Surveyors' Vital Role in Construction Layout: Expert Insights and Guidance As a global community of Land Surveyors, it is our responsibility to collectively educate the public regarding the importance of Land Surveyors to society.   This article answers just one of the most common...
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The Crucial Role of Land Surveyors in Land Development Projects

The Crucial Role of Land Surveyors in Land Development Projects What is the role of a land surveyor in land development projects? Land development projects require careful planning, precise measurements, and accurate information to ensure successful outcomes. In this article, we will explore the essential role of land surveyors in land development projects....
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Building Connections in the Land Surveying Industry: Encouraging Active Participation in Events

Building Connections in the Land Surveying Industry: Encouraging Active Participation in Events As members of the Land Surveyors United community, we understand the importance of collaboration and networking in our industry. By actively participating in local surveying events, we not only expand our...
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30 Most Common Questions Ask to Land Surveyors

30 Most Common Questions Ask to Land Surveyors  An Essential Guide: Answering the 30 Most Common Questions Asked to Land Surveyors This is the first post in a series of Land Surveying Articles that I have been writing for publishing over the summer.  I believe...
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CURIOUS STATIC DATASETS

CURIOUS STATIC DATASETS I have been using VRS for project location for some years. I need to set up a control network for the Highway Department using a static network. I dug out the old Ashstech Extremes to set up the network. When I downloaded the...
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Why is Land Surveying Beneficial?

Why is Land Surveying Beneficial? Land surveying is the process of taking measurements of land and using them to create a detailed map of the area. It involves measuring the boundaries, elevations, and other features of a...
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Are Land Surveyors Licensed Professionals? Understanding the Importance of Licensing in Land Surveying

Are Land Surveyors Licensed Professionals? Understanding the Importance of Licensing in Land Surveying Land surveying is a complex field that requires specialized knowledge and skills to accurately measure and map land. When undertaking any land surveying project, it's crucial to work with licensed land surveyors who have met the necessary qualifications and obtained the...
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What is "Double Rodding" in Land Surveying?

What is Double rodding is a technique used in land surveying to ensure the accuracy of measurements taken with a leveling instrument, such as a level or transit. The process involves using two rods, one placed in the location where the measurement is being taken and...
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BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s

BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s Introduction The South African Defence Force, now the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), was involved in a Bosoorlog or Grens...
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Understanding How to Perform Traverse Correction in EXCEL /Transit Rule/Bowditch Rule- Closed Traverse

Understanding How to Perform Traverse Correction in EXCEL /Transit Rule/Bowditch Rule- Closed Traverse Traverse correction is a process used by land surveyors to adjust measurements taken during a traverse, which is a series of connected surveying lines or sides. The correction process...
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Unleashing the Power of Collaboration: Drones and Ground Scanners for Comprehensive Data Collection and Analysis

Unleashing the Power of Collaboration: Drones and Ground Scanners for Comprehensive Data Collection and Analysis Drones in collaboration with fixed and mobile ground scanners can indeed provide a powerful solution for various applications. Let's explore how this combination can be advantageous.Aerial Perspective: Drones offer a unique advantage of...
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How BIM can affect Quantity Surveyors?

How BIM can affect Quantity Surveyors? BIM automates core processes for quantity surveyors in the preconstruction stage by reinforcing the 3D BIM model with material and component cost estimates, model-based BOMs, and scheduling. The role of a quantity surveyor in the...
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On Accuracy in Surveying Calculations

On Accuracy in Surveying Calculations In surveying, accurate measurements and precise calculations are paramount in obtaining reliable results. However, simply obtaining results is only half the battle. It is equally important to estimate the accuracy of the results obtained. The accuracy depends...
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How accurate are land survey measurements?

How accurate are land survey measurements? I get the same question a lot.  "Why can't I just survey my land with my phone?  It has GPS in it."  The truth is while smartphones are convenient and useful for...
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Survey Legal Descriptions Guide + AI Tool for Surveyors

Survey Legal Descriptions Guide + AI Tool for Surveyors Introduction to Legal Descriptions for Surveyors:Land surveying is the process of measuring and mapping the physical features of a piece of land. It involves the creation of legal...
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Helpful Checklists for Land Surveyors (Boundary, Staking, Level Loop, GPS RTK)

Helpful Checklists for Land Surveyors (Boundary, Staking, Level Loop, GPS RTK)   Land surveying is an intricate and critical profession that plays a pivotal role in property delineation, infrastructure development, and geographical mapping. In this dynamic field, precision, accuracy, and efficiency are...
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Reasons Why the Public Should Not Attempt to Survey Their Own Land

Reasons Why the Public Should Not Attempt to Survey Their Own Land The Ethical & Practical Reasons for Not Surveying Your Own Property Of course, this is a community of Land Surveyors so the following will not be foreign to you, if you are a member.  If you are a member my guess is the public's lack of understanding of...
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What is a Zenith and how is a Zenith used in Land Surveying?

What is a Zenith and how is a Zenith used in Land Surveying? In land surveying, the zenith is the point directly above the observer's location. It is the highest point in the sky and can be used as a reference for measuring angles and distances. The zenith is...
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The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 - Upended - Part 1

The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 Upended - Part 1 - Snapshot - Compressed.pdf
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