When you hear the word survey, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a crew on the side of the road looking through an instrument, brightly colored flagging, or stakes marking a property line. Those are all part of surveying, but there’s much more to it. Alabama’s Standards of Practice identify several types of surveys, each…
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An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is a detailed property survey prepared according to standards established by the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS). It provides a standardized view of a property’s boundaries and other title-related features. Whether you are purchasing property, financing a development, or preparing a site…
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At Sain, we’re always looking for ways to improve how we collect data and support our clients’ projects. One of the most exciting recent additions to our surveying toolkit is a new drone equipped with LiDAR technology. What excites me the most about this technology is simply seeing the capabilities it brings to our work…
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When you’re sick, you go to a doctor. When you have a legal issue, you call a lawyer. A toothache? Time for the dentist. A surveyor is no different—when you need one, you really need one. However, many people don’t know when that moment will come. The most common time you’ll hire a surveyor is…
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When title attorneys review property records, they often piece together decades, or even centuries, of documentation. Deeds, plats, local zoning ordinances, and title abstracts provide critical information, but they don’t always capture the full story on the ground. That’s where modern land surveys come in. By bridging the gap between the legal description and the…
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Our team is passionate about projects that connect people to nature, especially those in our community. One such opportunity arose in mid-2023 when we were asked to perform a topographic survey for the Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Our work supported the design and development of a reimagined Herb Terrace herb garden area that…
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In our commitment to leveraging innovative technology, we recently completed a bathymetric survey at the inactive marble quarry in Sylacauga, Alabama. This project required adaptability and cutting-edge tools to gather underwater data accurately. The Sylacauga marble quarry serves as an essential resource for the local and regional construction industry. As part of ongoing management and…
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When you’re diving into commercial real estate transactions, one of the critical steps is getting an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey done. As licensed surveyors, we perform these surveys to give you detailed insights into a property’s boundaries, improvements, easements, and other crucial features. Let’s break down why these surveys are so essential. ALTA/NSPS Land Title…
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A typical day for a land surveyor often begins as soon as the sun rises. In this blog, our Survey Team will take you through a typical workday, shedding light on the often-underappreciated work that goes into making our cities and infrastructure a reality. Before most of Sain’s staff arrives at the office, our team…
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When engaging a surveyor to discuss your next project, it is crucial to provide them with relevant information to ensure an accurate and comprehensive survey. Whether you require a survey for a real estate closing, property dispute, insurance purposes, or construction, understanding the key considerations below will help you obtain the right type of survey…
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