Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Howell, MI
B.F. Thompson, P.C. has been delivering civil engineering and land surveying expertise in southeast Michigan since 1980. Our founder, Brad F. Thompson, has held dual professional certifications in civil engineering and land surveying since 1976 and 1979 respectively. We combine decades of local experience with advanced GPS and surveying technology to execute projects with precision. Our residential services include boundary surveys, FEMA flood assessments, wastewater system designs, and drainage solutions. Commercial clients benefit from development feasibility studies, site planning, platted subdivisions, and construction stakeout services.We specialize in alternative wastewater systems including Advantex and NorWeco certified designs, supported by comprehensive soil analysis. Our team provides ALTA surveys, topographical mapping, and expert witness testimony for legal matters. As a small business, we maintain personalized service through direct client engagement with our experienced staff. Free initial consultations ensure clients receive tailored solutions for their specific land development needs. Our Howell, Michigan office serves both residential and commercial clients across southeast Michigan with consistent, reliable service.
Services
Residential Surveys
FEMA Surveys
Wastewater Systems
Site Development
Boundary Surveys
Topographical Mapping
Construction Stakeout
Expert Testimony
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Dual-certified professionals with 40+ years of local experience
- Specialized expertise in alternative wastewater system designs
- Free initial consultations for tailored project solutions
- Advanced GPS and surveying technology for precise results
- Direct client engagement with experienced engineering staff
Services
Residential Surveys
We conduct precise lot and boundary surveys for residential properties, including acreage calculations and parcel divisions. Our FEMA flood insurance surveys help homeowners understand flood risk zones. We also provide grading and drainage solutions to address property water management challenges while maintaining compliance with local regulations.
Wastewater Systems
Our team designs alternative wastewater systems including clustered community setups, mound systems, and certified Advantex/NorWeco installations. We perform comprehensive soil analysis to determine optimal system placement and conduct groundwater monitoring to ensure environmental compliance. These solutions meet regulatory requirements while addressing unique site conditions in residential and commercial developments.
Site Development
We offer complete site development services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This includes feasibility assessments, planned unit developments, open space planning, and platted subdivision designs. Our private road designs incorporate proper drainage solutions, while construction stakeout services ensure accurate implementation of approved plans through precise field marking.
Topographical Mapping
Our ALTA surveys and architectural/topographical mapping services create detailed land representations for development projects. Using state-of-the-art GPS equipment, we capture elevation data, property features, and boundary markers to produce accurate digital and printed maps. These documents support construction planning, zoning compliance, and property transactions.
Expert Testimony
We provide expert witness services for land surveying and civil engineering matters in legal proceedings. Our testimony draws from decades of field experience and precise documentation practices. This service helps resolve property disputes, zoning conflicts, and construction-related litigation through professional analysis and clear presentation of technical data.
People
Brad F. Thompson
Professional Engineer & Land Surveyor
Registered Michigan civil engineer since 1976 and land surveyor since 1979, with over 45 years of local project experience. Specializes in boundary resolution, wastewater system design, and development planning while maintaining active field involvement.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide site development plans, drainage solutions, wastewater system designs, and construction stakeout services for residential and commercial projects.
Do you handle land surveying projects?
Yes, we conduct boundary surveys, FEMA flood assessments, ALTA surveys, and topographical mapping using modern GPS equipment.
Are your engineers licensed in Michigan?
Our founder Brad F. Thompson holds dual professional certifications as both a civil engineer and land surveyor in Michigan since 1976 and 1979.
What alternative wastewater systems do you design?
We specialize in clustered community systems, mound systems, and certified Advantex/NorWeco designs with comprehensive soil analysis.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your project requirements and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve southeast Michigan from our Howell office, handling projects in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
