Could an Elevation Survey Prevent a Beach House Collapse?

Collapsed beach home showing severe erosion and why an elevation survey matters

If you own or plan to buy a coastal home, this is the time to pay attention. Recently, videos of beachfront homes collapsing into the ocean went viral. The homes didn’t crumble slowly—they dropped fast as waves carved out the sand beneath them. What most people don’t realize is this: before a house collapses, the […]

Sinkholes Start Small—A Topographic Survey Spots Them

Small roadway sinkhole showing early ground collapse that a topographic survey can identify before construction

When a huge sinkhole opened up on a busy road in Bangkok, the world watched in shock. Cars dropped. Utility poles leaned. The road collapsed like it was made of paper. Videos of the incident spread fast, and many people wondered how something that dramatic could even happen. More importantly, it makes homeowners and builders […]

Transit Investments Drive Traffic Study Demand

Civil engineers working on a modern transit construction site, showing how large infrastructure projects rely on detailed traffic study planning

Charlotte is entering a major new phase. After voters approved the $19.4 billion transit plan, the city is ready for its biggest upgrade yet. Roads will widen, new rail lines will link neighborhoods, and more people will move around the Queen City than ever before. And with all this growth, one thing is clear — […]