Helping to build community spirit
Securing community assets As well as drinks and food, pubs serve so much more to a community. The fact that the Golden Lion has been closed for more than 10 years is such a shame for a village like Ashton Hayes. Initially, the empty building was taken on by someone that simply wanted to get […]
As-built surveys – a useful aid to facilities management
A comprehensive overview Facility managers – contractors who maintain and oversee large, often multiple occupancy or use buildings, such as apartment blocks, schools, chemical or manufacturing plants or offices – can use the data provided in as-built surveys to ascertain areas of concern or to aid renovation, inspection, audits or planned changes. Facilities managers rely […]
As-built surveys – a timeless, permanent record
Also known as ‘As Constructed’ surveys, this type of survey is usually produced at the end of a construction phase or when construction is complete. They are a definitive record of where buildings and other permanent features such as roads, pavements, walls and other aspects have been built. However, they can also be carried out […]
CCTV drainage surveys – exploring and assessing beneath the surface
CCTV drainage surveys: an underground overview Usually, a CCTV drainage survey is done by sending a portable, navigable camera along the drain network. When CCTV surveys are requested, there’s usually an inkling of a problem. In most cases, the drain will be blocked or there will be some reason why the camera can’t get down […]
Why is it a good idea to get my measured building survey or underground services detection done at the same time as the topographic survey?
The level of detail a topo provides can help with the understanding – and create the visual representation – of the site. It will also establish what enabling work needs to be carried out before the start of construction, such as the scale of the earthworks required. However, despite this high level of detail, it […]
What is a complex topographical survey?
Backbone of the project Topographical surveys are the backbone of reliable construction project planning and design. Measured data gathered during a geospatial survey can be used in a number of ways and drawings are an important part of the design and construction process. Surveyors should be engaged to undertake ‘topo’ surveys, as they are informally […]
Powers’ 12 posts of Christmas – a look back at 2023
January At Powers, we are committed to looking at ways in which we can reduce our carbon emissions in the ongoing journey towards net zero. To this end, we reviewed our carbon emissions in January and updated our environmental targets for 2023 https://tinyurl.com/mvpznb3f. We were also pleased to see the launch of the Save Construction […]
On top of it: discovering the benefits of topographical surveys
Why do you need a topographical survey? A topographical survey, often referred to as a topo, can be used for many reasons. It enables our clients to understand the boundaries of their land, the different ground levels across the site and the constraints and opportunities within it, as well as the impact of neighbouring structures. […]
Heading for the highway: the role of geospatial surveying in highways
Above and beyond Broadly, both the main disciplines of surveying are involved with the planning and setting out of highways across the UK. Above ground, our surveyors will carry out the setting out of the route, its levels and contours, while above and below ground, topographical surveys and underground utility surveys can provide vital information […]
Powers carries out topographical survey on site of new commemorative woodland
Project: Commemorative Woodland Site, Erddig Location: Erddig Hall, Wrexham Client: National Trust Principal contractor: Natural Resources Wales Powers involvement: Topographical survey of fields for redevelopment into a woodland site Project completion: June 2022 The project Owned by The National Trust, Erddig Hall has a long and vibrant history. It is a well-visited tourist destination, which […]