Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Surveying Partner in Salmon Arm, BC
Established in 2014, Blackburn Surveying has been delivering dependable, high-quality surveying services across Western Canada. As a family-owned business headquartered in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, we prioritize exceeding client expectations through precision and reliability. Our expertise spans topographic surveying, construction staking, drone photography, and earthwork volume calculations. We utilize advanced technologies like drone-based photogrammetry and GPS to ensure accurate data collection and analysis. Our one-call solution connects clients with both surveying and excavating services, streamlining project requirements. Committed to community engagement, we actively support local events and teams in Salmon Arm.With projects in Kamloops, Kelowna, Prince George, and beyond, we combine technical proficiency with personalized service. Our 24-hour turnaround for real estate clients demonstrates our dedication to timely results. By interpreting construction plans and marking precise site features, we help clients avoid legal disputes and ensure projects stay on schedule. Our slope staking and drone mapping services provide critical data for construction and land development. Through continuous innovation and a focus on client needs, Blackburn Surveying remains a trusted partner for surveying solutions in Western Canada.
Services
Topographic Surveying
As-Built Surveying
Construction Staking
Earthwork Volumes
Drone Photography
Drone Mapping
Slope Staking
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We are a family-owned business established in 2014 with deep local knowledge.
- Our one-call solution connects you with both surveying and excavating services.
- We utilize drone technology and GPS for accurate data collection and analysis.
- We offer 24-hour turnaround for real estate photography clients.
- We actively support local Salmon Arm events and community initiatives.
Services
Topographic Surveying
Topographic surveying measures and maps land features to establish boundaries and elevation data. This service supports construction, legal documentation, and land development projects with precise measurements. Our team uses advanced tools to ensure accuracy for engineering and mapping applications.
Construction Staking
Construction staking translates design plans into physical markers for building projects. We ensure roads, buildings, and infrastructure are built to exact specifications. Slope staking guarantees accurate grading for ditches and road edges during development.
Drone Mapping
Drone mapping captures high-resolution aerial imagery for site analysis. This technology creates detailed topographic maps and 3D models. It improves efficiency for large-scale projects by providing rapid data collection and visualization.
Earthwork Volumes
Earthwork volume calculations determine material quantities for construction sites. Using drone photogrammetry and GPS, we analyze cut/fill requirements and stockpile sizes. This service helps manage project budgets and material logistics with precise measurements.
Drone Photography
Drone photography provides unique aerial perspectives for real estate marketing and project documentation. We offer 24-hour turnaround for real estate clients. High-quality imagery enhances property listings and construction progress tracking with detailed visual records.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide topographic surveys, construction staking, drone mapping, earthwork volume calculations, and aerial photography services for construction and land development projects.
Do you serve areas outside Salmon Arm?
Yes, we operate throughout Western Canada including Kamloops, Kelowna, Prince George, Lower Mainland, and Kitimat. Contact us for specific location details.
How does drone technology benefit surveying projects?
Drones enable faster data collection, detailed 3D modeling, and cost-effective aerial imaging. This technology improves accuracy for large sites and complex terrain analysis.
What is construction staking?
Construction staking marks proposed site features to guide builders. We use precise measurements to ensure roads, buildings, and infrastructure are constructed according to design specifications.
Do you offer real estate photography services?
Yes, we provide drone photography for real estate listings with 24-hour turnaround. Aerial imagery enhances property marketing by showcasing unique perspectives of residential and commercial properties.
How do you calculate earthwork volumes?
We use drone photogrammetry and GPS technology to create surface models. This allows accurate calculation of cut/fill requirements and stockpile volumes for construction projects.
