Eric D. Colburn, PLS, President of Foster Survey Company, licensed Class II Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) designer, and certified Bottomless Sand Filter designer attended and completed the Automated Bottomless Sand Filter (BSF) Sizing and Pump Support Material Course in Kingston, RI, held today, December 17, 2015, at the University of Rhode […]
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Designing Nitrogen Removal Technologies Course Completed by Eric D. Colburn, PLS President of Foster Survey Company
Eric D. Colburn, PLS, President of Foster Survey Company and licensed Class II Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) designer, attended and completed the Designing Nitrogen Removal Technologies course in Kingston, RI, held today, December 10, 2015, at the University of Rhode Island (URI) New England Onsite Wastewater Training Program (NEOWTP). […]
This webinar is for Rhode Island land owners looking to have their property surveyed this spring, but don’t know what that involves. Please join Eric Colburn, PLS for this informative webinar to answer the frequently asked questions about property surveys I’ve been asked in my over thirty years surveying. And, I will be happy to […]
Rhode Island FEMA Flood Insurance Outreach Meetings Sponsored By RIEMA
Rhode Island Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act Outreach Meetings in Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County & Washington County In July 2012, the U.S. Congress passed and President Barack Obama signed into law the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012, which reauthorized the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through September 30, 2017. The NFIP […]
What Does a Rhode Island New Construction Septic System Design Cost?
This is a question we get a lot: What does a Rhode Island Septic System Design cost? We believe in being as transparent as possible when it comes to prices, so that you know your project’s costs. Other service might be needed, but these are the three basic and necessary costs for Septic System Design in RI.
Now is the Time! RIEMA Urges Rhode Islanders to Buy Flood Insurance
Here’s an timely press release from the RI Emergency Management Agency about the importance of flood insurance: In 2010, it was historic floods. In 2011, it was Tropical Storm Irene. In 2012, it was Hurricane Sandy. Rhode Island has experienced several significant flooding events in the past three years. Is your home or business financially protected from […]
How to Find RI Tax Assessor Property Records Online
The Foster Survey Company website includes useful features to help residential and commercial property owners. One example of this is our Service Area page, with links to each of Rhode Island’s City and Town online Tax Assessor records. You can look up online the Rhode Island Tax Assessor records for Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, […]
What is a RI CLASS I Survey Standard?
The Class I Survey Standard, as defined in the Procedural and Technical Standards for the Practice of Land Surveying in the State of Rhode Island, is for RI Land Surveyors conducting high accuracy property surveys and preparing a property survey and plans. Class I – High Accuracy Surveys The Procedural and Technical Standards for the Practice […]
Can RI Land Surveyors Only Survey One Property Line?
A question that customers looking to hire a RI land surveyor often asked when contacting Foster Survey Company is: Can RI land surveyors only survey one property line? My answer to that question is this: Yes, and maybe. There is not one straightforward answer because the customer asking whether Rhode Island land surveying companies will survey […]
Eric D. Colburn, PLS Receives RI DEM OWTS Class II Designer’s License Renewal for 2013-2015
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Foster Survey Company Owner and President, Eric D. Colburn, PLS, has successfully received renewal of his RI DEM Class II Designer’s License. A licensed Class II Designer in Rhode Island can design […]