Before the Ground Freezes: Get Your Boundary Line Survey
When Minneapolis gets its first real freeze of the season, most people start thinking about snow tires, ice melt, and keeping the heat running. But if you own property or plan to build soon, there’s one thing that should also be on your mind — a boundary line survey. That first hard freeze can change […]
Licensed Land Surveyor Shift: From Stakes to Screens
For decades, the role of a licensed land surveyor in the Twin Cities has been grounded—literally—in the field. Tripods, total stations, and long days marking boundaries were the norm. But lately, surveyors across Minneapolis and St. Paul are noticing a shift. With more builders using layout crews and drone data, traditional fieldwork is tightening. At […]
Why Every Builder Should Budget for an ALTA Land Title Survey
If you’ve driven through downtown Minneapolis lately, you’ve probably heard the news — Hennepin Avenue is finally reopening after years of construction. The city’s most talked-about road is back with new bike lanes, sidewalks, and better drainage. But before the celebration, there was a lot of quiet work that nobody saw. Teams of surveyors checked […]