What Happens When You Skip a Boundary Survey

Excavator digging a trench near a residential property line, highlighting the importance of a boundary survey before starting construction.

In Spring Valley, California, a trench became more than just a hole in the ground — it became a war zone between neighbors. What started as a simple retaining wall project turned into a messy, stressful, and very public conflict. And at the center of it all? The boundary survey that never happened. This isn’t […]

FEMA Elevation Certificate Guide for Homeowners

Surveyor measuring home elevation with tripod equipment for a FEMA elevation certificate

A FEMA Elevation Certificate might sound like boring paperwork, but for homeowners, it’s actually a pretty big deal. If you’re buying a house, renewing flood insurance, or planning a remodel, this certificate can affect how much you pay and how safe your property is. And here in San Diego, where some neighborhoods hug the coast […]

How Survey Drones Help Developers Build Faster

Drones surveying a construction site in San Diego to capture aerial data for land development projects

Drones aren’t just for hobbyists anymore. In land development, they’ve become one of the most practical tools for saving time, cutting costs, and avoiding setbacks. From large master-planned communities to single-lot builds, this technology is helping developers everywhere move faster. Across places like San Diego, with its hills, valleys, and coastal land, drones are proving […]