Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Land Surveyors in Wallace, NC
We have served Eastern North Carolina for over 50 years, delivering precise land surveying and planning solutions to diverse clients including the State of North Carolina, commercial developers, residential builders, and private homeowners. Our expertise spans complex projects involving wetlands, state parks, airports, shopping centers, subdivisions, and real estate surveys. With a combined 150 years of experience among our staff, we utilize advanced GPS and robotic technologies to ensure accuracy across challenging terrains. Our reputation is built on decades of reliable service, with roots tracing back to 1969 when Robert H.Goslee founded the firm. We expanded strategically, opening a branch in Wallace, NC in 1994 to better serve Duplin and Pender counties. Today, we remain committed to excellence under the leadership of President Elizabeth Smith, supported by seasoned professionals like Bob M. Jones Jr., whose expertise in boundary surveys ensures continuity of our high standards. Our dedication to innovation and client satisfaction has made us a trusted partner in the region.
Services
Land Surveys
Residential Surveys
Commercial Surveys
ALTA Surveys
Elevation Certificates
GPS Surveys
Flood Plain Surveys
Wetlands Delineation
Open Ground GPS Topos
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving Eastern North Carolina.
- Our staff combines 150 years of land surveying expertise.
- We utilize GPS and robotic technologies for precision surveys.
- Our team includes certified floodplain surveyors.
- We maintain deep local knowledge of Eastern North Carolina's terrain.
Services
Land Surveys
Our land surveys provide precise boundary definitions using advanced GPS and robotic technologies. We serve residential, commercial, and governmental clients requiring accurate property measurements for development or legal documentation. Our team's decades of experience ensures compliance with North Carolina regulations while maintaining exceptional attention to terrain and environmental factors unique to Eastern North Carolina.
Flood Plain Surveys
Certified floodplain surveyors conduct detailed elevation assessments and mapping to determine flood risk zones. Our services support FEMA compliance, insurance requirements, and development planning. We combine GPS technology with historical data to produce accurate floodplain determinations critical for construction projects in vulnerable coastal areas of Eastern North Carolina.
GPS Surveys
We utilize state-of-the-art GPS equipment to achieve centimeter-level accuracy for large-scale mapping projects. Our GPS surveys support infrastructure development, environmental assessments, and topographic mapping across Eastern North Carolina's diverse terrain. This technology enables efficient data collection in challenging environments while maintaining compatibility with national spatial reference systems.
Wetlands Delineation
Our wetlands delineation services identify hydrological boundaries and ecological characteristics to support regulatory compliance. We combine field measurements with environmental analysis to define wetland areas impacting land development. Expert surveyors document these critical regions for permitting processes and conservation planning across Eastern North Carolina's sensitive ecosystems.
ALTA Surveys
We perform ALTA/NSPS surveys meeting strict industry standards for commercial property transactions. Our comprehensive surveys include boundary verification, easement identification, and improvement mapping to satisfy title insurance requirements. With expertise in North Carolina's land records systems, we deliver survey reports that minimize legal risks for developers and financial institutions.
People
Robert H. Goslee
Founder
Robert H. Goslee founded the firm in 1969 after serving in the Marine Corps and working with John Talbert & Associates. A 1955 NCSU graduate, he specialized in land surveying and planning while maintaining memberships in major surveying organizations.
Manley Davis Carr
Former President
Manley Carr served as President from 1998 until his passing in 2022. With expertise in control surveys and GPS technology, he advanced the firm's capabilities while maintaining active roles in local community and professional organizations.
Bob M. Jones Jr.
Professional Land Surveyor
Bob Jones joined in 1986 and became an expert in retracement and boundary surveys. He holds certifications in floodplain surveying and contributes technical expertise while supporting community animal rescue initiatives.
Elizabeth Smith
President
Elizabeth Smith leads the firm as President since 2022. A licensed PLS with expertise in geomatics, she specializes in data analysis using Carlson, Bentley, and ArcGIS software to deliver customized mapping solutions for diverse clients.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of Eastern North Carolina, with particular expertise in Duplin and Pender counties where our Wallace office operates.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, our services cover residential subdivisions, commercial developments, and public infrastructure projects across Eastern North Carolina.
How is your GPS technology better than traditional methods?
Our GPS equipment provides centimeter-level accuracy and faster data collection in challenging terrain, improving efficiency without compromising precision in our survey results.
Are your surveyors licensed and certified?
All our surveyors hold North Carolina Professional Land Surveyor licenses, with one team member certified as a Floodplain Surveyor.
Can you handle environmental surveys like wetlands delineation?
Yes, we provide wetlands delineation services using specialized techniques to accurately map environmentally sensitive areas for regulatory compliance.
What experience do you have with ALTA surveys?
Our team has completed numerous ALTA/NSPS surveys meeting title insurance requirements for commercial property transactions throughout Eastern North Carolina.