At OTIC Surveys Limited, we have always prided ourselves in our commitment to precision, efficiency, and client satisfaction which has been made possible through our use of advanced survey equipment. Recently, we sent out a team of four experienced surveyors to handle a topographic and detail survey for a new client in Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria. This project showed us that when it comes to…
GNSS OR TOTAL STATION FOR A TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY A topographic survey is considered the first step in any construction or developmental project. It is very crucial for planning, design, and construction as it forms the basis of the architect’s design and enables them to accurately design their projects to be tailored down to their client’s specifications or needs and the unique features of the land.…
Safety is one word that should not be toiled with both in our personal and professional life. For the surveying profession, it is one area that is less talked about but that still does not negate the fact that surveyors encounter different levels of risk while on site. During a bathymetric survey, surveyors are exposed to different life-threatening dangers so it is important that surveyors…
As experienced and registered land surveyors, we keep emphasizing the need to get your property surveyed with registered surveyors. Having your property surveyed is one of the surest ways of securing that property and saving yourself a lot of trouble and headache. During our work over the years, we have found that there are some misconceptions or myths that a lot of people have about…
Land titles in Nigeria are said to confer ownership and protect the rights of the owners of a property. With the title, one is not expected to have issues of a dispute over that property. However, disputes still arise – especially in Lagos. A closer observation of the root cause of some of these disputes indicates that while the actual land title may be firmly…
Over the years, the internet has virtually changed the way we interact and do our business. It has opened up tremendous ways we can dig up information and meet new business partners, but one of the things it can never replace is the value and place of face-to-face interaction. While it is important to note that the internet makes connecting with people easier, some or…
Since today is 10/10/2020, I decided to pen down 10 lessons I have learned so far as a Surveyor and Professional. 1) Relationships matter – a lot. And If you don’t stay in touch with people, they may not remember you when they need your services2) Always try to put the client’s interest ahead of your own.3) Do all you can to satisfy a SERIOUS…
Recently, I have been getting enquires about backdated survey plans and I don’t understand why. People call to find out about the cost of survey and after I tell them the cost, the next question is, “how much for the backdated one?”. If you are negotiating with a surveyor and he says there are two types of survey; current survey and backdated survey please hang…
I often get asked how many plots are in a parcel of land. Most times, the person gives me the dimension or the area of the land and needs to know how many plots are in it. The first thing you need to know is the area per plot in that location. Is it 660 square meters / plot (sq. mts./plot) or 500 sq. mts…
One of the most important qualities needed for progress/success in real estate business is patience. Without it, success is almost impossible and constant frustration is inevitable. Some transactions take years to conclude and some a few months and others a few days. What is important is you are sure the client is SERIOUS and you don’t lose faith during the waiting period. Recently, one of…
