A pre- and post-construction survey establishes the documented condition of nearby structures before work begins and verifies it after completion. Our inspectors photograph and catalog existing cracks, settlement, and cosmetic defects, creating pre- and post-condition documentation that protects contractors and owners alike if a damage claim surfaces later. Each survey is performed by an independent firm, so the record holds up under scrutiny.
Pre and Post Construction Surveys
Why are Pre- and Post-Construction Surveys Important?
Pre and post construction surveys are an essential risk management tool for contractors, developers, and project owners working near existing structures. A pre-construction survey establishes a documented baseline of property conditions before work begins, while a post-construction survey provides a direct point of comparison once the project is complete. Together, they deliver comprehensive protection against unwarranted damage claims and neighbor disputes.
Pre-Construction Surveys
A pre-construction survey serves to document pre-existing cracks that could become the subject of concern or a claim after construction begins. This building condition survey before construction serves as a baseline for monitoring any potential construction impacts on the structure and to identify potential structural conditions that might make the structure more sensitive to vibration effects.
Beyond documentation, a pre-condition survey is a good public relations tool for educating neighbors about a project. Vibration or noise that neighbors perceive as detrimental to their property, in our experience, will often prompt them to inspect their home more closely, leading them to find cracks they believe are new, yet predate the construction activities entirely. By detecting and recording these issues early on, pre-construction surveys help companies act to maximize project success, limit liability, and preserve positive relations with surrounding communities.
Post-Construction Surveys
Upon completion of your project, post-construction condition surveys provide a direct comparative tool to identify and address any neighbor concerns that may arise. A post-construction survey re-examines the same structures and perspectives documented before work began, making it straightforward to confirm whether any changes occurred or to demonstrate that none did. The post-condition survey allows the customer to “close the door behind them” when the project is complete.
How Do Pre- and Post-Construction Survey Services Work?
Our pre- and post-construction survey process relies on digital imagery, standardized documentation forms, and consistent methodology, ensuring that every condition captured before a project begins can be directly and accurately compared to findings after completion. Whether you need a standalone pre-construction survey or a full pre- and post-package, our process is designed to be thorough, defensible, and easy to follow.
How Pre-Construction Surveys Work
Using digital imagery and standardized forms, pre-construction surveys can involve both exterior and interior photographic and written documentation of the various building materials and existing cracks present at the time of inspection. The locations and dimensions of pre-existing cracks within a structure are documented for future reference. Existing items such as foundation walls, drywall partitions, flooring, sidewalks, etc., are visually surveyed and noted.
As part of the pre-condition survey process, general details about the structure, such as age, purchase date, history of repairs, etc., are obtained from the building owner during the survey. The general building materials used in the construction of the structure, water supply type, and other relevant attributes are also documented to ensure a complete and accurate baseline record.
How Post-Construction Surveys Work
Upon completion of a project, post-construction condition surveys re-document the same conditions that were recorded before work began, and potentially any changes that may have developed during the construction period. Our post-construction survey team uses the same conventions, angles, and perspectives as the original inspection making it straightforward to produce an accurate, side-by-side comparison. This consistency is what makes our documentation a reliable and defensible tool if neighbor concerns or damage claims ever arise.
Who We Serve
Our services are used in a wide range of applications. Visit our applications page to learn more.
Civil Construction
Vibration and noise monitoring for civil construction projects to document effects transmitted to nearby structures.
Sensitive Structures
Vibration and noise monitoring for demolition, construction, and renovations in and around vibration-sensitive structures.
Marine Construction
Vibration and noise monitoring to document effects on third-party structures, people, and marine life.
Transportation
Traffic vibration monitoring to assess the structural health of bridges and roadways and identify structural changes.
Mining
Vibration and overpressure monitoring for mining to document compliance and protect nearby structures.
Demolition
Vibration and Noise Monitoring capturing and documenting the effects of vibrations generated during demolition processes.
Visit our applications page to learn more about how clients use our services.
Contact Us
Whether you need a pre-construction survey before breaking ground, a post-construction survey at project completion, Seismic Surveys is ready to help. Monitoring vibration and noise is essential for maintaining compliance with project standards and minimizing unwarranted claims.
Contact us today to schedule your pre- and post-construction surveys and set your project on a safe and successful path.
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About Argus Monitoring Solutions
- Argus Monitoring Solutions is a tech enabled, test measurement services platform that provides outsourced seismic and environmental monitoring and inspection services to the quarry, construction, infrastructure, and mining sectors. Argus companies include Seismic Surveys, Sauls Seismic, and Nomis Seismographs.