ADAWS Approval Sparks Surge in ALTA Title Survey Orders

Land surveyor conducting an ALTA Title Survey on a construction site after EPCOR ADAWS approval restarted local development projects

Big news just hit the Phoenix building scene: EPCOR has received approval for an Alternative Designation of Assured Water Supply (ADAWS). This means builders in cities like Buckeye and Surprise finally have the green light to restart projects that were stopped because of water restrictions. For anyone working in real estate or development, this change […]

Why a Post-Storm Topographic Survey Is Critical

Floodwater erosion reshaping rural land highlighting the need for a post-storm topographic survey

Arizona has seen heavy storms and flash floods in recent days, leaving behind damaged roads, overflowing washes, and heartbreaking losses. For many families and businesses, including Kingman, the land itself has changed in ways that aren’t always visible at first glance. That’s where a topographic survey becomes critical. After major floods, the ground doesn’t look […]

Flood Elevation Certificate: How It Lowers Insurance Costs

Licensed land surveyor preparing a flood elevation certificate for a property in a high-risk flood zone

Flood insurance can feel like a financial burden, especially if you live in a high-risk area. Premiums often rise year after year, leaving homeowners with few options. One document, though, can make a real difference: the flood elevation certificate. Within the first hundred words, you now know the name of the tool that can change […]