GPR & utility locating
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Understand your site before you design.
Topographical surveys in Auckland.
Topographical surveys
We capture site levels, terrain, buildings and other features to support design and planning. Our field data provides a clear starting point for architects, engineers, developers and homeowners.
- Site and detail surveys
- Levels and terrain
- Existing structures and features
As-builts & building certification
As-built surveys record completed development work for project documentation and compliance. Building Location Certificates confirm a new structure’s position relative to its boundaries.
- As-built survey plans and records
- Building Location Certification
- Field reports and visual documentation
UAV & drone surveys
Aerial survey capture offers a wider view of larger sites. Our UAV surveys support topographical mapping, aerial inspections and project monitoring, alongside ground survey methods.
- Aerial site capture
- Topographical mapping
- Inspections and monitoring
When you need it
Start with the decision
your project needs.
A topographical survey is useful before designing a new home, extension, drainage layout or development. An as-built survey records completed work. UAV capture can complement ground measurements where a wider view of the site is useful.
What you receive
Deliverables agreed
with your project team.
The agreed deliverables can include a measured site plan, levels, selected existing features and digital files for your design team. For as-builts, agree which completed features need recording. Tell us the required file format and level reference before fieldwork.
How the work progresses
- 01
Agree the survey area
Your designer’s brief helps define the site extent, features, levels and deliverables to capture.
- 02
Measure the site
We collect the agreed site information using ground survey methods and UAV capture where appropriate.
- 03
Prepare the information
Field measurements are processed into the agreed plans and digital records for your project team.
Common questions
Is a topographical survey the same as a boundary survey?
No. A topographical survey records site features and levels. Confirming or marking legal boundaries is a separate scope; let us know if you need both.
Does it show underground services?
Visible service features may be recorded when included in the brief. Investigating buried routes requires utility locating; discuss combining GPR and surveying if your design needs that information.
Can you supply files for my architect or engineer?
Tell us the formats and survey requirements your team needs. We agree the plan and digital deliverables before the work starts.
Can drone imagery replace a ground survey?
The method depends on the project and the detail needed. UAV capture can complement ground survey information, but visibility and access affect what can be captured.
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Who it helps
Homeowners, architects, engineers and developers who need measured site detail for a new design, extension or development.
What to send
Your site address, the area to be surveyed, design requirements and any instructions from your architect or engineer.
Agree the deliverables
Tell us which site features, levels and file formats your design team needs. We can scope the field survey and office deliverables together.
SCOPING YOUR QUOTE
What affects survey cost?
We quote for your site and agreed deliverables. A site address, current plans and a short brief help us assess the work. These factors shape the scope; they are not a fixed price list.
- The area, terrain, vegetation and site access
- Features and levels your designer needs measured
- Required survey reference, drawing formats and level of detail
- Any additional utility locating, aerial capture or later as-built work
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As-built surveys
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Tell us about your site.
Send the address, project stage and any relevant plans. We’ll discuss the survey scope and deliverables with you.