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Terrain Surveys: 2025 Year in Review
Here’s a look back at some of the standout moments from an unforgettable year…
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Read more8 min readHow to Survey Land with a Smartphone
In an age where your phone can manage your life, navigate your car, and even identify plants, it's a fair question to…
Read more8 min readWhat Are Topographic Maps Used For?
Imagine you're standing on a plot of land. To the naked eye, it might look relatively flat. But is it really? Where…
Read more7 min readHow to Get a Land Survey: A Step-by-Step Guide
Whether you're planning a home extension, breaking ground on a new development, or trying to resolve a boundary question, every successful land-based…
Read more10 min readTopographic Survey vs Boundary Survey: Which One Do You Need & When?
You're planning a new extension, but how close to that old fence can you legally build? Or perhaps you're an architect designing…
Read more10 min readHow Much Do Topographic Surveys Cost (UK)?
It's one of the most common questions we receive at Terrain Surveys. And I completely understand why. Whether you're an architect preparing…
Read more12 min readWhat is a Topo Survey & Why You Might Need One
Whether you're breaking ground on a multi-million-pound development, designing a new public space, or simply planning your dream home extension, every successful…
Read more10 min readRights of Light: What It Means for Your Property & Development Project
You've designed a brilliant new building, secured planning permission, and you're ready to break ground. But have you considered the shadows it…
Read more9 min readBIM Levels: What Are They & What Do They Mean?
Picture this: You're about to renovate your Victorian office building, or perhaps you're an architect designing a new mixed-use development in Manchester.…
Read more10 min read7 Benefits of BIM (Building Information Modelling) for Your Next Project
In any construction project, from a home extension to a new commercial development, the biggest risks are unforeseen costs and delays. But…
Read more1 min readGuideposts Trust
Guideposts Trust, a fantastic UK charity dedicated to supporting children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and…
Read more8 min readHow to Unblock a Sewage Drain
Blocked sewage drains are a right mess. They stink, they’re hazardous, and if you ignore them, you’re looking at structural damage, health…
Read more8 min readHow to Unblock an Outside Drain
Blocked outside drains can be a right pain. Left unchecked, they lead to standing water, foul smells, and even costly damage to…
Read more14 min readCCTV Drainage Survey Report: What’s Included?
Let’s get this straight: If you’ve had a CCTV drainage survey done (or you’re planning one), the report you get at the…
Read more8 min readWhat is a GPR Archaeological Survey & How Much Will it Cost?
Imagine needing to understand what lies beneath a centuries-old site, but without turning over a single spade of soil. That’s exactly what…
Read more9 min readWhat is an EML Survey & How Much Will it Cost?
Before any digger moves earth or tarmac’s torn up, there’s one golden rule in the construction game: know what’s below. That’s where…
Read more10 min readCCTV Drainage Survey: How Much Does It Cost in the UK?
If you’re facing drainage issues — or buying a home and want to avoid future headaches — a CCTV drainage survey could…
Read more12 min readThe 4 PAS128 Quality Levels Explained
Understanding what lies beneath the surface is critical before any excavation begins. PAS128—the British standard for underground utility detection—was created to bring…
Read more11 min read15 Types of Building Surveys & When You Need Them
Buying a property? Planning a renovation? Or managing a commercial site? Then you’ll definitely need a building survey at some point. But…
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PAS128: What Is It, When You Need It, & How to Get It
You wouldn’t build a house without checking what’s underground first, would you? Yet each year in the UK, tens of thousands of…
Read more9 min readOriginal Building/House Plans Missing? Here’s What to Do (UK)
Misplacing your home’s original floor plans isn’t the end of the world — not by a long shot. Whether you're planning a…
Read more8 min readHow to Draw Floor Plans Yourself
Drawing your own floor plan might sound like a job for architects or techies. But the truth is, anyone can learn how…
Read more10 min readGPR Survey: What Is It and How Much Does It Cost?
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) surveys are often described as a form of X-ray vision for the ground. No digging. No drilling. No…
Read more9 min readHow to Get Floor Plans for Your House
Thinking about knocking down a wall? Planning an extension or a loft conversion? You’re not alone. Having a proper floor plan of…
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