Property Line Survey Sparks Neighborhood Controversy

Aerial view of a neighborhood with houses and cleared lots highlighting property line survey disputes and urban development

If you live in Kansas City or own property here, you’ve probably heard about the recent controversy in the Valentine neighborhood. At the heart of this debate is a simple but powerful tool called a property line survey. This survey defines where one property ends and another begins. But in Valentine, it became much more […]

Why Even a Small Quake Calls for a Boundary Survey

Surveyor performing a boundary survey on residential property after ground movement

On September 5, 2025, a 2.4 magnitude earthquake shook near Fenton in South St. Louis County. Most residents didn’t even notice it. No broken windows, no major cracks, and certainly no chaos. Yet, even a minor event like this can shift things in ways that aren’t obvious. That’s where a boundary survey comes in. When […]

How Drones Speed Up Subdivision Planning Work

Drones capturing an aerial view of subdivision layouts in Kansas City

Subdivision planning is moving fast. New neighborhoods are popping up across the metro area as families look for homes near good schools, growing job centers, and modern amenities. With land in high demand, developers can’t afford delays in planning and approvals. That’s why many surveyors and engineers now turn to drones. These powerful tools are […]