What information is needed to begin a survey CAD drafting project?

The essentials are the survey data you want drawn (coordinates, points, sketches, or prior drawings), your drafting standards or template where available, and written instructions describing the required deliverables. We review everything and confirm scope before production starts.

Can GeoDrafts work with our existing CAD standards and templates?

Yes. Layer structures, naming conventions, title blocks, symbol libraries, and plot styles you supply are applied to the deliverables exactly as agreed — the drawings should look like they came from your own production team.

Which CAD and GIS file formats can you support?

For CAD: DWG, DXF, and PDF as standard, with DGN available on request. For GIS: Shapefile, GeoPackage, GeoJSON, KML/KMZ, and CSV. Other formats can be discussed as part of the project scope.

Can you convert survey drawings into GIS datasets?

Yes. CAD-to-GIS conversion is a core capability — supplied drawings are converted into structured GIS features with organized attributes, following the layer schema and coordinate specifications you provide.

Can you support recurring drafting requirements?

Yes, subject to actual capacity. Many teams need steady production support alongside their own staff; we discuss expected volumes, scheduling, and scope arrangements before starting recurring work.

How are project scope, revisions, and delivery schedules agreed?

In writing, before production begins. Each project confirmation defines the deliverables, assumptions, revision expectations, and delivery schedule so both sides share the same picture of what will be produced.

Does GeoDrafts conduct physical land surveys?

No. GeoDrafts is a drafting and GIS production partner. Field surveying, licensed surveying, boundary determination, certification, and professional sign-off are separate responsibilities that remain with the licensed professionals you engage.

How can we share project files securely?

Project files are exchanged through agreed secure file-sharing arrangements, and client materials are handled under agreed confidentiality terms. Share a secure link with your inquiry or ask us about the current preferred transfer method.

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Homepage OverviewCAD drafting & GIS production for surveyors Interactive CAD ShowcaseWatch a survey sheet build layer by layer Coverage MapAll 50 states, DC and 3,100+ county pages Why Outsource DraftingProduction capacity without hiring overhead

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High-intent programs

Survey CAD OutsourcingAdd a production desk without hiring one.LiDAR Point Cloud to CADYour scanners capture millions of points — clients still need plans.Survey Data ConversionLegacy scans, point files, and GIS exports all need the same thing: clean, structured CAD or GIS deliverables.Civil 3D Survey DraftingWhen your deliverables live in Civil 3D, production needs drafters who speak it.

All 22 production services

Land Survey CAD DraftingPreparation of structured CAD drawings from supplied survey data, field observations, coordinate files, sketches, and project instructions.Topographic Survey DraftingDrafting of terrain and site information, including supplied spot levels, contours, breaklines, natural features, and constructed elements, as appropriate to the project scope.Boundary and Property Survey DraftingPreparation of boundary and property survey drawing deliverables based on client-provided survey information, records, measurements, and applicable drafting instructions.ALTA/NSPS Survey DraftingCAD drafting support for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys using client-supplied survey information and applicable project requirements.As-Built and Existing Conditions DraftingConversion of supplied field measurements and site observations into organized drawings showing documented existing conditions.GIS Mapping and Spatial DataCreation and organization of GIS layers, spatial datasets, feature attributes, map layouts, and geospatial deliverables according to client specifications.GIS Data Conversion and DigitizationCAD-to-GIS and GIS-to-CAD conversion, spatial data digitization, geospatial data cleanup, and attribute organization according to supplied specifications.Mortgage Location Survey DraftingCompact location drawings showing improvements relative to property lines, drafted from supplied field and record data.Subdivision Plat DraftingMulti-lot plat drafting with lot numbering, curve tables, dedications, and sheet indexing, prepared to your office standards.Easement Survey DraftingEasement exhibits and strip drawings with widths, ties, and descriptive labels, drafted from supplied descriptions and field data.Construction Staking DraftingStakeout plans, offset sheets, and coordinate point lists prepared from supplied design and field data, formatted for field crews.Utility Survey and MappingUtility mapping drawings from supplied detection, records, and markout data — structures, line types, and quality-level labelling as instructed.Route and Right-of-Way DraftingAlignment drawings, strip maps, and right-of-way exhibits for roads, pipelines, and corridors, prepared from supplied stationing and parcel data.Drone Data and Point Cloud DraftingVector features, contours, and surfaces drafted from supplied orthomosaics, DSMs, and point clouds — processed drone data turned into structured drawings.FEMA Elevation Certificate DraftingSupporting diagrams and drafted documentation for elevation certificates, prepared from your field data for review by the licensed surveyor.Cadastral MappingCadastral mapping and parcel drafting from supplied deeds, plats, and coordinate records — organized parcel maps and land records drawings.Plot Plan DraftingPlot plan and site plan drafting for permits and documentation — buildings, setbacks, dimensions, and improvements drawn from supplied survey data.Grading & EarthworkGrading plan drafting, existing-ground surface drawings, and earthwork exhibits — contours, spot elevations, and volume documentation from supplied data.Road & Highway SurveyRoad and highway survey CAD drafting — alignments, plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, and corridor mapping from supplied survey and design data.PDF to CAD ConversionPDF, paper, and raster survey plans converted into structured CAD — PDF to DWG redrafting and raster-to-vector conversion from the documents you supply.Point Cloud to CADPoint cloud to CAD conversion and scan-to-CAD drafting — LiDAR and laser scan datasets turned into clean, layer-organized CAD linework.Survey Data ProcessingSurvey data processing services — point files organized, coordinate lists checked, and total station or GNSS field data prepared drafting-ready.

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United StatesALTA/NSPS · county formats · USD quotes

Houston Dallas Los Angeles Phoenix

CanadaLegal plans · bilingual EN/FR · CAD quotes

Toronto Vancouver Calgary Montreal

United KingdomTopographical surveys · Land Registry · GBP

London Manchester Birmingham Bristol

AustraliaFeature & level · GDA2020 · AUD quotes

Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Perth

Service Areas — all 50 US states + 3,100 county pages

Industries

Residential DevelopmentLot surveys, plats, and mortgage locations Commercial Real Estate & TitleALTA/NSPS sheets and title support drawings Land Surveying FirmsOverflow production for every survey type Construction & InfrastructureStaking sheets, as-builts, progress documentation Utilities & EnergyUtility mapping, corridors, as-built records Renewable EnergySolar and wind site base mapping Transportation & Public WorksRoute, ROW, and corridor drawing sets Municipal & GovernmentParcel mapping and public works documentation Mining & AggregatesPit, stockpile, and progress drawings Agriculture & Land ManagementParcel plans and land-base mapping Environmental & ConservationFeature and terrain mapping deliverables TelecommunicationsSite and route documentation for networks

Our Process

01 — Share Project InputsThe client supplies available survey data, sketches, coordinates, drawings, GIS files, standards, and project instructions.02 — Confirm ScopeGeoDrafts reviews the requested outputs, file formats, drafting standards, assumptions, and schedule.03 — Prepare the DeliverablesThe assigned CAD drafting or GIS production work is completed according to the agreed scope.04 — Review and RefineDeliverables are checked against the supplied instructions and agreed quality-review requirements. Requested revisions are handled according to the project agreement.05 — Deliver Project FilesFinal files are provided in the agreed formats with a clear, organized handover.

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Pricing ModelsPer-sheet, per-project and retainer options Quote CalculatorScope your project in three quick steps Volume & RetainersSteady weekly production arrangements

About Us

Our StoryA production partner built for surveyors Standards & SoftwareAutoCAD, Civil 3D, Carlson, MicroStation, ArcGIS Confidential HandlingProject data under agreed confidentiality

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Survey Drafting in Texas: What 254 Counties Teach You About County FormatsCounty Spotlight · 6 min read Survey Drafting in California: Records, Plats and 58 CountiesCounty Spotlight · 5 min read Survey Drafting in Florida: Plats, Elevation Certificates and 67 CountiesCounty Spotlight · 5 min read DTM vs DEM: What's the Difference and When Each MattersTerrain · 5 min read All drafting-knowledge articles

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AutoCAD · Civil 3D · Carlson · MicroStation · ArcGIS · QGIS · DWG · DXF · DGN · SHP · GeoJSON · LAS

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Land Survey CAD Drafting
Topographic Survey Drafting
Boundary and Property Survey Drafting
ALTA/NSPS Survey Drafting
As-Built and Existing Conditions Drafting
GIS Mapping and Spatial Data
GIS Data Conversion and Digitization
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Land Survey CAD Drafting Topographic Survey Drafting Boundary and Property Survey Drafting ALTA/NSPS Survey Drafting As-Built and Existing Conditions Drafting GIS Mapping and Spatial Data GIS Data Conversion and Digitization Mortgage Location Survey Drafting Subdivision Plat Drafting Easement Survey Drafting Construction Staking Drafting Utility Survey and Mapping Route and Right-of-Way Drafting Drone Data and Point Cloud Drafting FEMA Elevation Certificate Drafting Cadastral Mapping Plot Plan Drafting Grading & Earthwork Road & Highway Survey PDF to CAD Conversion Point Cloud to CAD Survey Data Processing Survey CAD Outsourcing LiDAR Point Cloud to CAD Survey Data Conversion Civil 3D Survey Drafting

Survey drafting, end to end

Boundary Surveys · Topographic Drafting · ALTA/NSPS Title Surveys · As-Built Drawings · Subdivision Plats · Easement Exhibits · Construction Staking Plans · Utility Mapping · Route & ROW Sheets · Drone & Point Cloud Drafting · FEMA Elevation Certificates · Cadastral Mapping · Plot Plans · Grading & Earthwork · Road & Highway Sheets · PDF to DWG · Point Cloud to CAD · Survey Data Processing · GIS Mapping · GIS Data Conversion