Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Land Surveying & Engineering Services in Bedford, NH
Sandford Surveying & Engineering has been serving southern New Hampshire since 1990, delivering comprehensive land use and building consulting services. Our team of skilled surveyors, engineers, septic designers, and wetland scientists brings over 100 years of combined experience to every project. We prioritize close client collaboration, ensuring detailed, timely, and excellent results for residential and commercial clients. Founded by Earl Sandford, a licensed Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor, our firm combines personalized service with the expertise of a multidisciplinary team. We specialize in boundary surveys, civil engineering projects, environmental assessments, and land development planning. Our commitment to local clients is strengthened by our accessibility, with direct communication to decision-makers for small contractors and large-scale developers alike.With offices in Bedford, NH, we serve Hillsborough, Merrimack, and Rockingham counties, maintaining a legacy of trustworthy excellence since our establishment. Our team includes certified professionals actively engaged in industry associations and educational institutions, ensuring up-to-date technical proficiency and regulatory knowledge. Client satisfaction remains our top priority, demonstrated through thousands of successfully completed projects across New Hampshire. We maintain modern facilities equipped to handle complex surveying and engineering challenges while preserving the personal touch that distinguishes us from larger firms.
Services
Land Surveying
Civil Engineering
Environmental Consulting
Septic Design
Wetland Mapping
Boundary Surveys
Site Planning
Subdivision Design
Drainage Management
Structural Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of local land development expertise
- Our team includes licensed engineers and certified wetlands scientists
- We provide direct access to decision-makers for all clients
- Our multidisciplinary approach handles projects from small surveys to large developments
- We maintain active involvement in professional associations and education
What people say
Reliable partner
Capable team
Personalized service
Decision-maker access
30-year track record
Services
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services provide precise boundary determinations and property mapping for residential and commercial clients. We conduct topographic surveys, control surveys, and deed research to support construction and development projects. Our licensed surveyors deliver accurate legal descriptions and subdivision plats meeting New Hampshire regulatory requirements.
Civil Engineering
We offer civil engineering solutions including site plans, grading designs, and utility layout for small bridges, roads, and drainage systems. Our team creates hydrology assessments and structural designs that comply with local regulations while optimizing project functionality and cost-efficiency for both public and private sector clients.
Environmental Consulting
Our environmental consulting covers wetland mapping, erosion control, and septic system design. Certified professionals conduct dredge and fill applications, soil testing, and flood plain analyses to ensure environmental compliance while maintaining project viability for residential and commercial developments.
Residential Development
We support residential projects through boundary surveys, lot subdivisions, and septic system designs. Our services include planned unit developments and cluster housing projects, providing complete permitting assistance and site analysis to facilitate smooth approval processes for homeowners and builders.
Commercial Development
Our commercial development services encompass site analysis, zoning compliance, and infrastructure planning. We deliver comprehensive land use solutions including subdivision plats, drainage management, and utility layouts to support retail centers, industrial parks, and mixed-use developments across southern New Hampshire.
People
Earl Sandford
President, Senior Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor with 40+ years of experience. Founder of SSE and NH Technical Institute instructor. Holds multiple certifications in wetlands science and water works operations. Active in NH professional associations since 1982.
Robert Kilmer
Office Manager
Licensed Land Surveyor with 35+ years in mapping and surveying. Manages daily surveying operations. NHLSA member since 2013. Holds Associates Degree in Forest Technology from SUNY-ESF. Joined SSE full-time in 2015 after prior contract work.
Lori Noonan
CADD Technician
Experienced drafting specialist with 30+ years in surveying field. Handles technical documentation and setback labeling. Completed coursework at NH Vocational Technical College. SSE team member since 2000, providing critical support for engineering and survey projects.
Paul Silvernail
Project Manager
Certified septic designer with technical degrees from NH Technical Institute and UNH. Manages property surveys, subdivision designs, and wetland mapping. Handles deed research and boundary determinations. Holds Northeastern University surveying certification. SSE team member since 1996.
Neil Smith
Engineering Technician
Project management specialist supporting engineering and surveying operations. Provides technical expertise for land development projects. Maintains focus on client satisfaction through detailed project execution and regulatory compliance assistance.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, subdivision plats, and legal descriptions for residential and commercial properties.
Do you handle engineering for small projects?
Yes, we design small bridges, drainage systems, and roadways while providing structural analysis for various development scales.
Can you assist with septic system design?
Our certified designers create residential septic systems meeting state regulations with soil testing and permit assistance.
What environmental services are available?
We offer wetland mapping, erosion control plans, and dredge & fill application preparation for development projects.
Do you work outside southern New Hampshire?
Our primary focus remains Hillsborough, Merrimack, and Rockingham counties where we maintain local expertise.
