House Staking: What Surveyors Mark Before You Build 

Survey stakes and string marking a house layout before construction begins

You’ve got your plans ready. The builder is lined up. Work is about to start. Then one question comes up: Has the house been staked yet?  A lot of homeowners aren’t sure what that means. Some think the builder handles it. Others assume it’s just a few sticks in the ground. That’s not the case. […]

Why Projects Seem Sudden Before Construction Staking

Survey stake with bright marking paint placed on land during construction staking before building begins

If you drive past a quiet piece of land and suddenly notice bright flags or wooden stakes in the ground, you might wonder what is going on. Many residents feel the same way. One day the land looks empty. Then the next day survey markers appear across the field. Naturally, people start asking questions. Is […]