Mortgage Closing Survey: Avoid Delays in Home Closings

Two land surveyors in hard hats using equipment and notes during a mortgage closing survey

Buying or refinancing a home is stressful enough without unexpected roadblocks. When the statewide cyberattack hit in late August and stretched into September, it slowed everything from DMV appointments to title recordings in Clark County. That disruption reminded homeowners and lenders how fragile the closing process can be. A mortgage closing survey may not prevent […]

Elevation Surveys in Watershed Management Projects

Muddy runoff flowing through a desert watershed area, demonstrating how elevation surveys help map water movement and manage flood risks in arid regions.

Managing water in a desert city like North Las Vegas is no small task. It doesn’t rain much here, but when it does, it can cause big problems. That’s why engineers, city planners, and environmental experts rely on tools like elevation surveys to help manage watersheds and protect the land. You might be wondering, “What […]

How Percolation Tests Affect Land Value and Building Permits 

Technician wearing blue gloves collecting soil samples for a percolation test in an outdoor field.

If you’re thinking about buying land, one of the most important things you should know about is percolation tests. This simple soil test can make or break your plans to build a home, set up a septic system, or even decide whether that land is worth the price. Percolation tests (also called “perc tests”) check […]