Hoffman began his surveying career back in 1978 when he worked for his uncle, Bernard Godfrey. After graduating from Paul Smith’s College, he worked his way from rod-man to transit-man and eventually party-chief. In 1988 when Adam received his Land Surveying license, he and Mr. Godfrey formed Godfrey-Hoffman Associates. After 12 years of a great partnership, Mr. Godfrey retired which left Mr. Hoffman with the entire business.

Everybody wants one..but can you build a pool on your property?

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Can You Build a Pool on Your Property?

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A pool is surely an eye-catcher and it can be a major entertainment and recreational spot on your property. It offers privacy, comfort, and convenience. If you want a pool on your property, everything boils down to basically having enough space for the pool and how much you are willing to spend for it. You must be warned, though, that if you are planning to resell your property in the future, having a pool does not necessarily increase its selling price since some buyers might be put off by safety and maintenance concerns.

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The Role of the DEEP and Your Property

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When looking to develop your property, whether it be residential or commercial, the DEEP (Department of Energy and Environmental Protection) plays an important role. The DEEP helps to insure that your property is not going to cause any damage to the local environment when starting new construction, or that if you are looking to change the boundary lines of your property, that it will not encroach on protected lands. This service is very important for both the property owners, insuring that they are not breaking any laws, and the environment alike.

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Storm Water Design on Your Property

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If the recent events of Hurricane Sandy have been any indication to what is ahead then it’s now more important than ever that we gain more accountability in the event that another violent storm hits. Let’s be honest, how many of us are actually completely prepared for the next big storm to hit our property? It won’t ever happen to us, right? Ask the people in New York or the New Jersey coastal area if that assumption was accurate or not.

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The After Effects of Hurricane Sandy in Connecticut

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On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy made her way up the eastern seaboard and struck a path through Connecticut. Governor Malloy ordered road closures for all state highways because of the immense amount of rain and wind that was going to strike the state. About 630,000 residents within Connecticut lost power. Some didn’t have have their power turned back on for over a week. After the storm passes, however, the focus turns to the after effects of the hurricane.

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What are FEMA Elevation Certificates?

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FEMA-Elevation-CertificatesThe average cost of a cleanup from flood damage, when you factor in costs like cleaning, flooring, electrical, even from only an inch of water can be over $10,000. Regular insurance doesn’t provide flood protection, ,but the government does, in the form of the National Flood Insurance Program. To qualify though, you need a FEMA Elevation Certificate.

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The Importance of Sustainable Development

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Sustainable Development in CT

Sustainable development in CT can save you money in construction costs and will help reduce maintenance costs in the future. Land management and development practices that follow Low Impact Development guidelines will create an environment that meets water quality standards and protects the sediment control and erosion that makes the property environmentally sensitive. The use of land surveys and civil engineering helps property owners design and plan their land improvement projects.

Land Surveying in Connecticut

A land survey does more than resolve property line disputes. When a Connecticut landowner seeks approval from their local building officials or planning board to make major changes on their property, a boundary survey is usually required. If money is being borrowed to pay for the land improvement, the survey will be required by the lender to approve the loan.

The services of land surveying CT businesses will show the boundaries of the property in addition to the easements or encroachments that could limit the use of the property because of local or state regulations. Work in the field is only part of the process. The history of the property is also researched to be sure that changes to the boundaries have not been changed because of previous land transfers.

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The Importance of Storm water Management

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Many people love to own their own homes. Owning your own piece of property can be very freeing. However, owning a home comes with its own set of difficulties and problems. Maintenance is very important concerning property and structures on it. When disasters happen such as large storms, which have a tendency to destroy and damage property, preparation is needed to make sure that these damages can be repaired or that there are ways to go about getting things back to normal. Most importantly, it is vital to identify problems that can cause damage to a house or structure, consider hiring a land surveyor in CT.

Storm Water Damage

Storms can cause a lot of problems for your home. Mainly they can damage a foundation, flood basements or other parts of the structure and allow mold to grow. Storm water has proven to be a big problem for many who live in states such as Connecticut. Storm water management is incredibly important when trying to protect one’s home. Luckily, there are many resources that you can utilize to help prevent the damage storm water can reek on any structure.

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Land Surveying in Road Design

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Land surveying is the science of determining the positions of points on the landscape and the distances between them. Land surveying plays a vital part in the beginning of a construction project, especially the construction of new roadways. Land Surveyors are qualified professionals who use sophisticated instruments to make precise measurements to determine the boundaries of your property or a construction site. 

One of the most important services that a Land Surveyor in CT provides is determining important points and the boundary of a construction site. The elevation of different points of the construction site and its distance from locations, such as water sources or areas where construction is not permitted can affect the boundaries of your project. Knowing that kind of information is vital for both architects and engineers; without it, they cannot formulate the appropriate designs or plans. The input of land surveyors can help avoid costly and dangerous errors in road building and roadway design.
 

The Location of Roadways

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When-Do-I-Need-Civil-Engineering-Services-in-CT

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Civil Engineering

Most people associate civil engineers with road and bridge construction; however, there are times when a homeowner or landholder will find they need civil engineering services in CT. In general, civil engineering involves the design, planning, assessment, construction, and oversight of projects involving man-made, and naturally-built environments. From land surveys to structural home inspections, this type of engineer provides an array of residential services.

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