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A construction survey is used to mark the points needed to accurately position a new building or structural features on site. This type of survey is also known as a construction set out or surveying set out. The construction surveyor will use a variety of tools to determine the precise location of the building or features.

Construction Set-Out Surveys from A to Z
Construction Surveying is the process of setting and verifying construction project control points. The construction surveyor is responsible for establishing construction control lines and grades that a construction contractor will use to build features identified in construction design plans.
A construction survey generally consists of four steps:
1. Construction staking or "Setting Out"
The construction surveyor uses the latest revision construction plans to calculate control points, lines, and grades. These calculations are used to place marks on the ground that the construction contractor will use as reference points to build features identified in the construction design plans.
2. Site visit
The construction surveyor visits the site to verify that the marks have been placed correctly and to take measurements between marks to establish lines and grades.
3. Office calculations
The construction surveyor uses the measurements taken during the site visit, along with the latest revision construction plans, to do office calculations. These calculations are used to produce a construction set-out drawing which is a scaled drawing of the project site showing the location of all marks.
4. Quality assurance
The construction surveyor reviews the set-out drawing to ensure that it accurately reflects the placement of marks on-site and meets all applicable.



Make the Right Choice for your Construction Set-Out Survey
If you're looking for a construction setout survey, then you'll want to choose City Surveyors Adelaide. Here are five reasons why:
Efficient service
we'll get the job done quickly and accurately, so that you can get on with your construction project.
Industry Experience
we know what we're doing, and we'll make sure that your set out survey is carried out to the highest standards.
Best Technology
our surveyors are equipped with the latest equipment, so you can be confident that you're getting accurate results.
We're committed to customer satisfaction
if you're not happy with our service, then we'll do whatever it takes to put things right.
We offer competitive pricing
we won't overcharge you for our services, and we'll always give you a fair price.
So if you need a set-out survey, make sure you choose City Land Surveyors Adelaide. We're the best in the business, and we'll make sure that your survey is carried out perfectly.
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