Building on Lava Rock? Get a Topographic Survey First.

A land surveyor performs a topographic survey on a lava rock lot before construction begins

Lava rock looks solid. In a lot of places, it looks flat too. But looks can fool you. If you plan to build a home or a building on lava ground, a topographic survey should be your first call, not your last. Why Lava Fields Aren’t as “Level” as They Look Walk across a pāhoehoe […]