Surveying and geospatial services
Each service page explains how the method works, where it applies, our methodology, what to prepare and the practical limitations.
Subsurface Investigation
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Survey
Non-destructive subsurface investigation using electromagnetic pulses to identify reflections from buried features, interfaces and anomalies, interpreted from radargrams.
Surveying and Positioning
DGPS Survey
Satellite positioning with differential corrections to establish control points, transfer coordinates and position alignments, ground control and site features in a defined coordinate system.
Total Station Survey
Angle and distance measurement with an electronic total station for control networks, detail surveys, setting-out and level transfer on construction and infrastructure sites.
Surveying and Mapping
Topographical Survey
Measurement of ground levels, contours and natural and built features, tied to control and delivered as CAD drawings and terrain models for planning and design.
3D Surveying and Mapping
LiDAR Survey
Laser-based capture of dense three-dimensional point clouds for terrain models, surface models, contours and feature extraction across sites and corridors.
Geospatial Mapping
GIS Survey and Mapping
Collection, georeferencing, structuring and validation of spatial data so that assets, land and infrastructure can be mapped, queried and analysed in a GIS.
Which survey answers your question?
Many projects combine methods. This quick guide maps common questions to the service that usually answers them.
| Your question | Relevant service |
|---|---|
| What may be buried below the surface | GPR survey |
| Accurate coordinates for control points, alignments or ground control | DGPS survey |
| Existing ground and features for design | Topographical survey |
| Control, setting-out or precise levels | Total station survey |
| Dense 3D capture of corridors, large sites or structures | LiDAR survey |
| Structured spatial data for assets and planning | GIS survey and mapping |