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10 FAQs for a Property Boundary Survey quote

I get lots of phone calls from people interested in getting a Property Boundary Survey quote for their property.

What Is the Difference Between Drafting & Architecture?

Drafting and architecture are both essential parts of building design and construction, but they are definitely not one and the same. These two equally necessary parts of the process are usually done by different people and the two jobs, although they cross paths regularly, involve many different skills and ...

How Much Does A Surveyors Real Property Report Cost?

The Surveyors Real Property Report (SRPR) and “spot” survey are one and the same. The term SRPR is the legal term to identify the report. The term “spot” is the layman’s term. There are many factors that can contribute to the cost of a SRPR. Some of the most common are as follows: Lot size. Typi ...

Local restaurant owner arrested, accused of lewd acts upon a child

Fidel Bonilla, 52, co-owner of all four Yosemite Falls Café locations in Fresno and Clovis, was arrested July 25 at Liberty Falls Café in Madera, which he owns. He was arrested on two charges — lewd acts upon a child and rape by foreign object.

Self-Healing Asphalt Could Change Your Driving Experience [VIDEO]

Could potholes go the way of the Ford Pinto? Engineering professor Erik Schlangen may have created a way to make that happen with self-healing asphalt.

What is Urban Planning with a Civil Engineer?

Civil Engineers focus on construction projects, while urban planning concentrates on how a construction project will fit in an urban community.

When Do I Need Civil Engineering Services in CT?

There are many times that a homeowner or landholder will find they need civil engineering services in CT.

Five important things to consider before selecting a civil engineering partner

Civil engineering firms are a dime a dozen, but not all are created equal. Before rushing into a project, make sure you consider these five important things:

You’re a Civil Engineer? So you want to build bridges right?

NO! Not necessarily anyway.<br>I have known that I wanted to be a civil engineer since junior year in high school, and never once did I want to design bridges (and that’s design bridges - building them...

Everything You Need to Know to Become a Successful Civil Engineer

Civil engineering has many different sectors, each one presenting a range of opportunities for those who want to get involved. You might prefer to work in an

Should you become an engineering consultant?

Should you become an engineering consultant? Take the quiz to find out!

Avoid Asking about Salary or Benefits during Civil Engineering Job Interview

While we have already touched on asking the right questions, we did not really focus on refraining from asking the WRONG ones. One of the biggest initial job interview mistakes that you can make is to ask about salary or benefits during your interview. The appropriate time for you to discuss compensation and benefit information is once a real, firm offer has been placed on the table. You should refrain from bringing this topic up prematurely<br>Take the time to learn more about…

Design and maintain infrastructure as a civil engineer

Are civil engineers doing enough to account for climate change?

Are civil engineers doing enough to account for climate change? Emily Grubert, in a word, says, "No."

What is a civil engineering degree?

All aspects of infrastructure fall under the umbrella of civil engineering. Your path to this field starts with earning a civil engineering degree.

INFOGRAPHIC: How Can Civil Engineers Improve the Planet? > ENGINEERING.com

What will civil engineers do to aid our growing population in the developing world?

How to keep civil engineers safe at work, in the field

Civil engineers face many potentially dangerous situations, from working at height to being around moving vehicles. Keeping them safe is a critical job.

What is Structural Design in Civil Engineering?

Civil engineering is a professional discipline that deals with the design, construction and maintenance of the physically and naturally built environment. Learn more about Structural Design in Civil Engineering.

How Civil Engineering & Society Impact Transportation

A detailed look into how civil engineering and society greatly impact modern day transportation by creating safer roads for drivers.