There's a popular misconception that property boundaries are based on coordinates that surveyors can simply "walk to" with our instruments. The reality is that, while physical coordination of monuments is easier than it's ever been, property boundaries often need to… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
People sometimes are under the impression that finding their property corners should cost as much as changing their oil or blowing out their sprinklers.… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
In general, salary for land surveyors is often similar to that of a professional engineer or lawyer - surveyors are often "comfortable" but not… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
I was attracted to the direct connection with history that land surveyors experience in the form of plans, field notes, and from surveying monuments… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
Conversation can be a learning experience for everyone. I never hesitate to reach out when I'm in over my head, and I'll never hesitate… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
I liked the idea of working outside, using my body and my mind together. I haven't been disappointed! Land surveying can be very physical… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
Sometimes I imagine a surveyor 100 years from now reading my plan, retracing my boundaries, and finding the monuments that I set. It's an… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
It's important to know that, unlike lawyers, land surveyors put the public interest first. That means we're not biased by our client - this… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
Legal land surveyors are few and far between and can find themselves in demand. — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
If you're looking for an adventure, an intellectual challenge, and a close-knit community of professionals, consider land surveying! It's not for everyone, and I'd… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
The most difficult days have been the ones I've had to spend correcting a mistake. We're all human, and we make errors in spite… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
This is the worst thing about waiting for someone. You have to look good all the time because they could turn up at any… — Mark Mason Copy Share Image
