Site Setting Out

Lansdowne Surveys Ltd provides a wide range of professional site setting out services to support construction projects from initial groundworks through to final structural elements. Using high-precision survey equipment, we ensure all elements of your project are positioned accurately and built according to design specifications.

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Our experienced engineers work closely with contractors, engineers, and project managers to ensure works are completed efficiently, accurately, and in line with project requirements.

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Site Setups

We establish the primary survey control across your site, creating a reliable reference system that all construction works can be based on.

This includes:

• Establishing site control points

• Setting site grid systems

• Transferring levels across the site

• Setting primary benchmarks

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A properly established site setup ensures consistent accuracy throughout the entire construction process.

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Gridlines & Datums

We accurately set out gridlines and datums from construction drawings to provide the fundamental reference framework for the project.

Our services include:

• Structural gridline setting out

• Datum level transfer

• Benchmarks for ongoing works

• Verification checks against design coordinates

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These reference points allow all trades to work from a consistent and accurate layout.

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Drainage & Utilities

Accurate setting out is essential for underground services to ensure correct alignment, levels, and gradients.

We set out:

• Surface water drainage systems

• Foul drainage networks

• Service trenches

• Utility routes and connection points

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This ensures installations meet design specifications and flow requirements.

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Foundations & Piling

We provide precise setting out for foundations and piling works, ensuring structural elements are located exactly as designed.

Services include:

• Pad foundations

• Strip foundations

• Pile locations

• Ground beam positions

• Holding down bolt positions

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Accurate foundation setting out is critical to the success of all structural elements above.

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Architectural & Structural Steel

We assist with the accurate positioning of structural steelwork and architectural elements, ensuring installation aligns perfectly with the structural design.

This includes:

• Steel column locations

• Baseplate positions

• Bolt setting out

• Structural alignment checks

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Precision at this stage is essential for smooth steel erection and structural integrity.

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RC Frames

For reinforced concrete structures, we provide setting out for:

• Columns

• Walls

• Slabs

• Core structures

• Lift shafts and stair cores

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Our engineers ensure formwork and reinforcement are positioned correctly before concrete placement.

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Substations

We also provide specialist setting out services for electrical substations and associated infrastructure, ensuring accurate positioning of key components.

This includes:

• Foundation layouts

• Equipment base positions

• Cable route setting out

• Structural alignment checks

These works require high accuracy to meet strict infrastructure and utility standards.

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If you think any of the above services may benefits your project, please don't hesitate to get in touch.