Direct Surveying

Can the Surveyor Aid in Subdividing My Land?
Yes. A Professional Land Surveyor is the only one qualified to prepare a description for a newly created parcel of land. The Professional Land Surveyor may prepare an individual description or, if several lots are being created simultaneously, the Surveyor may prepare a subdivision plat with lot or parcel numbers for recording. Platting rules vary county to county or within local city boundaries. A qualified Surveyor will be familiar with any local or state laws and procedures.

How do surveyors measure distance?

To measure the horizontal distance between two points, one surveyor uses an EDM instrument to shoot an energy wave toward a reflector held by the second surveyor. ... Instruments called total stations combine electronic distance measurement and the angle measuring capabilities of theodolites in one unit.