What Lies Beneath Your Property? A Topo Survey Reveals It

Aerial view of a neighborhood with contour lines that resemble the elevation details shown in a topo survey

When news about the Rolling Thunder Mine disaster spread across West Virginia, people stopped scrolling and paid attention. A crew hit an uncharted underground water pocket, the mine flooded in minutes, and rescue teams worked around the clock. The story felt far away from everyday life, yet it raised a question many homeowners don’t ask: […]

What to Screenshot Before You Order an Elevation Certificate

Preliminary flood hazard map showing property location near a river and flood zones for elevation certificate assessment

If you live in Bridgeport, West Virginia, and your bank or insurance company just asked for an elevation certificate, you’re probably wondering what it is—and why it costs money. Before you order one, there’s a simple way to save time and possibly avoid extra fees. You can use the free WV Flood Tool, a state-run […]

Why Your Boundary Survey May Take Longer Than Usual

Land surveyors conducting a boundary survey in an open field under bright sunlight, checking instruments and marking property points

If you’ve ever scheduled a boundary survey and found out it’s taking longer than planned, you’re not alone. Lately, surveyors across the U.S.—including here in Bridgeport, West Virginia—have been facing rare delays caused by unexpected factors in the sky and in their equipment. The good news? These setbacks are temporary and are often a sign […]