Why is a land survey needed?
Different projects require different survey information. A land buyer may need boundary information; an architect may need site levels and existing features; while a contractor may need designed positions transferred onto the ground before construction.
The correct survey scope therefore depends on the land, available documents, project stage and intended use of the information.
Common survey services
Topographical survey
Records site levels, contours and relevant existing features for design and planning. See our topographical survey service in Zanzibar.
Boundary verification
Used where the relevant plot positions need to be checked using available land and survey information. Learn about boundary verification.
Construction setting out
Transfers positions, axes, reference points or levels from project drawings onto the site. See construction setting out.
Engineering survey
Supports construction and infrastructure requirements such as control, levels, verification, setting out and as-built measurements depending on the project. See engineering survey support.
Drone survey and aerial mapping
For suitable assignments, aerial data can support mapping and site documentation. The appropriate method depends on the required output and site conditions. See drone survey and aerial mapping.
What should you provide before requesting a quote?
Start with the Google Maps pin or site location, approximate plot size, available land or project drawings, and a short explanation of why you need the survey. This allows the survey requirement to be reviewed before a quotation is prepared.
Not sure which survey you need?
Send the plot or project location and tell us what you are trying to do—buy land, verify a boundary, design a building or start construction. We can identify the appropriate survey scope from there.
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