Complete Construction Survey Solution

One Surveyor for Your Entire Construction Project

From pre-construction site survey through as-built certification — consistent data, one point of contact, no coordination headaches.

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Why Bundle?

Why Use One Surveyor for the Entire Project?

Hiring different surveyors for each phase creates data compatibility issues, benchmark discrepancies, and coordination delays.

Data Consistency

Same control points, same benchmarks, same coordinate system from start to finish.

Cost Savings

Package pricing saves 20-30% compared to hiring different surveyors for each phase.

Faster Scheduling

Priority scheduling for package clients. We know your project and can mobilize faster.

One Point of Contact

One survey team that knows your site. No re-explaining the project at each phase.

Project Lifecycle

The Complete Construction Survey Lifecycle

Every construction project follows this workflow — we handle the survey phases

1
Pre-Construction Survey You Are Here

Apex Surveying

Topographic + boundary survey to establish site conditions

2

Engineering Design

Engineering Firm

Engineer designs drainage, structure, and site improvements

3
Construction Staking

Apex Surveying

Mark building corners, utility lines, and grades on the ground

4

Form Board Survey

Apex Surveying

Verify foundation forms are at correct elevation before pour

5
As-Built Survey

Apex Surveying

Document completed construction for permit closeout

Package Details

What's Included in Each Phase

01

Pre-Construction Survey

Topographic Survey + Boundary Survey

$1,200 – $4,500

3-5 business days

We capture the existing site conditions — elevation data, property boundaries, existing structures, utilities, and natural features. This data package is exactly what your engineer needs to begin design.

Deliverables:

  • Digital terrain model (DTM)
  • Boundary plat with legal description
  • Contour map at 1-foot intervals
  • Existing conditions survey drawing
  • CAD file for engineering use
02

Construction Staking

Building Layout + Utility Staking

$500 – $2,500

1-2 business days

Once engineering plans are approved, we translate the design to the ground. Building corners, offset stakes, utility runs, and grade elevations are marked precisely so contractors can build to spec.

Deliverables:

  • Building corner stakes
  • Offset stakes for excavation
  • Utility line markings
  • Grade stakes with cut/fill data
  • Staking report with coordinates
03

Form Board Survey

Foundation Elevation Verification

$400 – $1,200

Same day

Before concrete is poured, we verify that the foundation forms are at the correct elevation. This prevents costly errors — a foundation poured at the wrong height can mean tear-out and rebuilding.

Deliverables:

  • Elevation certification of all form boards
  • Comparison to design elevation
  • Pass/fail report for building inspector
  • Digital records for engineer of record
04

As-Built Survey

Final Documentation + Certification

$600 – $2,500

3-5 business days

After construction is complete, we document everything that was built — exact locations, elevations, pipe inverts, structure positions. This data is required for permit closeout, certificate of occupancy, and engineering certification.

Deliverables:

  • As-built survey drawing
  • Pipe invert and structure elevations
  • Final grade verification
  • CAD file for record keeping
  • Signed and sealed certification

Complete Package (Residential)

$2,700 – $10,700

20-30% savings vs. individual phase pricing

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For Your Engineer

What Your Engineer Will Receive From Us

Our pre-construction survey delivers the exact data package your drainage or structural engineer needs to begin design.

For Drainage Engineers

  • Digital terrain model with 1-foot contours
  • Existing drainage structures and inverts
  • Flow direction analysis data
  • Property boundaries with setback lines
  • AutoCAD DWG file ready for engineering design

Need a drainage engineer? CivilSmart Engineering specializes in Florida stormwater management.

For Structural Engineers

  • Property boundary plat with dimensions
  • Site elevations referenced to NAVD88
  • Setback and easement locations
  • Flood zone determination and BFE
  • Existing utility locations

Need a structural engineer? StructureSmart Engineering handles residential and commercial structural design in Florida.

Next Steps

Don't Have an Engineer Yet?

Topographic survey data is the foundation of every engineering project. After your survey in Florida is complete, a licensed Professional Engineer uses the elevation data to design stormwater management systems, grading plans, or structural foundations. Drainage engineers at firms like CivilSmart Engineering rely on topographic surveys to calculate flow paths, retention volumes, and pipe sizes that meet local water management district requirements.

CivilSmart Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineers specializing in residential drainage design, commercial stormwater management, and permit services throughout Florida.

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StructureSmart Engineering

Licensed structural engineers providing residential and commercial drainage design, structural analysis, and permit services across Florida.

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Need both surveying and engineering services? We can coordinate the entire project.

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Construction Survey Package FAQ

Common questions about our bundled construction survey services.

Do I need all four phases, or can I pick individual services?
You can hire us for any individual phase, but the construction survey package saves you money and ensures consistency. When one surveyor handles the entire project, there is no data compatibility issue between phases — our coordinates, benchmarks, and control points carry through from start to finish.
What is a form board survey and why is it important?
A form board survey verifies that your foundation forms are set at the correct elevation before concrete is poured. This is critical because once concrete is placed, fixing an elevation error requires demolition and rebuilding — costing tens of thousands of dollars. The survey typically costs $400-$1,200 and can save you from a very costly mistake.
How much does a complete construction survey package cost?
A complete construction survey package for a typical residential project in Florida ranges from $2,700 to $10,700, depending on lot size, complexity, and location. This is typically 20-30% less than hiring different surveyors for each phase. Commercial projects vary more widely based on scope.
Do I need a survey before hiring an engineer?
Yes. Your engineer needs topographic and boundary survey data before they can design anything. The survey provides elevation data for drainage design, property boundaries for setback compliance, and existing conditions for site planning. Without accurate survey data, engineering designs are built on assumptions.
How long does the full construction survey process take?
The initial pre-construction survey takes 3-5 business days. After that, each subsequent phase (staking, form board, as-built) is scheduled when your project reaches that stage — we work on your construction timeline. The total survey involvement spans the entire construction period but each phase requires only 1-5 days of survey work.

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Tell us about your project and we'll typically provide a complete package quote within about an hour during business hours.

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