How do topographical surveys benefit construction projects?
posted 2nd September 2024
Are you wondering why you need a topographical survey, or how it will benefit your construction project? We are going to provide you with all the answers to this question in this blog. Continue reading to the end to see why topographical surveys can benefit your construction project.
Topographical Survey Benefits
Topographical surveys help with planning development for both residential and commercial purposes. They provide vital information on the conditions associated with your plot of land. They are carried out using specialist equipment.
In most cases, our surveyors are the first professionals on your plot of land. We will examine and analyse the plot of land, providing you with a detailed report. How does this benefit you? The benefits of topographical surveys include:
Understand Your Land Accurately
You cannot plan a building or a new development without a good understanding of your piece of land. Topographical surveys provide information that helps you understand your site in more detail. It provides a comprehensive report of the land surface, along with any features, both man made and natural.
When topographical surveys are carried out they cover numerous aspects, including:
- Land elevation
- Contour lines
- Water bodies
- Vegetation
It provides accurate data that can be used by architects when designing your new build, ensuring the build integrates into the existing environment. It also helps engineers design drainage systems.
Improves Design and Planning
These surveys are valuable when it comes to planning and design. It helps architects optimise their projects. With our survey completed, planners and designers can identify the best location on the plot to build, along with where to place access roads, and utilities. Engineers can use our surveys to identify any potential risks that could negatively impact your building project.
Regulatory Compliance
Building projects in the UK must comply with the latest regulations. There are zoning restrictions that need to be taken into consideration, while ensuring you comply with environmental standards and regulations. When our survey is completed, your build can be designed to ensure that you comply with regulations. It helps you make informed decisions regarding your build, ensuring a smooth and efficient build process.
Make Cost Effective Decisions
When it comes to any new build, you want to ensure you don't lose money. Topographical surveys provide you with accuracy, contributing towards making cost effective decisions. When your architect designs your build and you know there are no risks, you are happy to go ahead. This is possible with topographical surveys. When teams have accurate data to work with, they can make decisions that save you money, such as reducing the risk of constructing your building, only to find out you need to make important changes due to the terrain, which can be an expensive exercise in the long run.
Identify Potential Risks
Our topographical surveys are valuable assets to your building process, helping you identify potential risks, such as erosion, in advance, ensuring you have a solution to mitigate risk. They help you enjoy desired result from the get go. Reducing the risk of frustration and disappointment, when you find that your building has potential risks you were not aware of.
Are You Planning a New Build?
Have you purchased a plot of land and want to plan a new build? Take advantage of our topographical survey to give you a clear understanding of your land before any decisions are made, ensuring it is fit for the building you want to develop. Contact MB Survey Solutions now to discuss your topographical survey requirements.