Runnalls Denby: BC Land Surveying Since 1967.
Based in Kelowna and Nelson, we provide the professional expertise required for Residential, Construction, Cadastral, Topographical, Monitoring, Environmental, and Canada Land Surveys
Runnalls Denby: BC Land Surveying Since 1967.
Based in Kelowna and Nelson, we provide the professional expertise required for Residential, Construction, Cadastral, Topographical, Monitoring, Environmental, and Canada Land Surveys
Runnalls Denby: BC Land Surveying Since 1967.
Based in Kelowna and Nelson, we provide the professional expertise required for Residential, Construction, Cadastral, Topographical, Monitoring, Environmental, and Canada Land Surveys
WHO WE ARE
Professional. Accurate. Personable.
For over five decades, Runnalls Denby has been the trusted name in land surveying across the interior of British Columbia. We provide the expertise and professional advice built on years of local experience to empower developers, municipalities, and homeowners—ensuring total certainty for every project’s success.
Specialized Services
Years in Business
Projects Complete
Our Locations
Regional Presence: Kelowna and Nelson Offices
Our Locations
Regional Presence: Kelowna and Nelson Offices
Kelowna
Okanagan team of BC Land Surveyors, field crew, and technical draftsmen.
Nelson
West Kootenay team of BC Land Surveyors, field crew, and technical draftsmen.
Comprehensive Surveying Services for Every BC Project.
We provide the professional expertise, knowledge, and local experience required to empower developers, municipalities, and homeowners for project success. Our expertise covers seven specialized services to meet every project need.
Comprehensive Surveying Services for Every BC Project.
We provide the professional expertise, knowledge, and local experience required to empower developers, municipalities, and homeowners for project success. Our expertise covers seven specialized services to meet every project need.
Residential
Residential surveys are performed for land owners planning property improvements, including fence construction, new builds, and renovations.
Construction
Construction surveys provide precise layout and control for all building and infrastructure development.
Topographical
Topographical surveys determine the location of existing features and ground elevations across a project area.
Monitoring
Monitoring surveys track the movement of buildings or structures over time, often supporting geotechnical assessments.
Cadastral
Cadastral surveys identify, re-establish, or establish a legal boundary and can result in a legal survey plan registrable at the Land Title Office.
Environmental
Environmental surveys delineate environmental features including sensitive habitats, protected trees, or riparian areas
Canada Lands
Canada Lands Surveys are legal surveys involving an international or provincial border, National Parks and First Nations Reserves.
TESTIMONIALS
Client Feedback & Reviews
Our commitment to precision is proven by the success and trust of the developers, municipalities, and homeowners we serve. Read what our clients have to say about partnering with Runnalls Denby.
Over the years the level of service from Runnalls Denby has been second to none! They are always responsive and never miss a deadline.
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I have complete trust in Runnalls Denby and their work. I would absolutely recommend them and we will continue to work with them long into the future.
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I have had nothing but the best experience working with Neil Denby of Runnalls Denby & Associates. I am involved in the residential construction industry, and Runnalls Denby has been my go-to for the last 15 years.
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Over the years the level of service from Runnalls Denby has been second to none! They are always responsive and never miss a deadline.
{I have complete trust in Runnalls Denby and their work. I would absolutely recommend them and we will continue to work with them long into the future.
{I have had nothing but the best experience working with Neil Denby of Runnalls Denby & Associates. I am involved in the residential construction industry, and Runnalls Denby has been my go-to for the last 15 years.
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Partner with the experienced BC Land Surveyors who prioritize precision and client success.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Partner with the experienced BC Land Surveyors who prioritize precision and client success.
OUR FAQ
Common Questions, Clear Answers
Find out more about Runnalls Denby’s history, size, operational standards, and commitment to client success in the British Columbia interior.
OUR FAQ
Common Questions, Clear Answers
Find out more about Runnalls Denby’s history, size, operational standards, and commitment to client success in the British Columbia interior.
How long has Runnalls Denby been operating?
Providing experienced and professional land surveying services since 1967, Runnalls Denby Land Surveying Ltd. is a leader in the British Columbia Industry.
What is Runnalls Denby's approach to client service?
Dedication to our clients’ success means we use our experience to prioritize exceptional customer service, professionalism, and mastery of our skill sets.
I need a survey to close out my building permit, can you do that?
Yes, building inspectors ensure that new structures or additions to existing structures adhere to the required setbacks. We survey the new foundation and property lines to create either a Survey Certificate or Building Location Certificate (name varies by region) showing the offsets. These certificates can only be completed by a registered British Columbia Land Surveyor (BCLS).
Are you able to act as our agent on applications?
Yes. Some legal surveys require an approved application prior to completion. Examples include reference plans to formalize an accretion or natural boundary adjustment and subdivisions. Accretion and Natural boundary applications we can make on your behalf. With an signed agent authorization we can also deal with the relevant approving authority (municipality or Ministry of Transportation and Transit/Regional District) on your behalf.
How large is Runnalls Denby, and where do you operate?
We have a team of approximately 10 staff across both our Kelowna and Nelson office locations. From our Kelowna office, we service much of the Okanagan Valley, West to Merritt, East to Beaverdell, Big White, Rock Creek, Greenwood, and Midway.
From our Nelson office, we service much of the Kootenays, including Grand Forks, Christina Lake, Rossland, Trail, Castlegar, the Slocan Valley, the North Shore and Balfour, Kaslo, the East Shore of Kootenay Lake, Creston, Salmo, and Fruitvale.
What technology and safety standards do you follow?
At Runnalls Denby we believe in providing safe and responsible solutions, utilizing appropriate equipment and established methodology. We provide professional deliverables efficiently.
How much is it to survey an average residential lot?
Survey costs vary depending on site conditions and how recently the property, or adjacent properties, have been surveyed. If you provide us with your civic address, PID, or legal description, we can review Land Title Office records and complete a desktop review of site conditions based on aerial imagery and Google Street View to provide a quote specific to your situation.
Can I use the offsets to the boundaries from my Survey Certificate to mark my property line?
No, you will need a legal survey to mark the boundary. Your boundary is defined by survey evidence at property corners, not a measurement from an existing structure or feature. If your survey evidence is missing we re-establish the iron posts from survey evidence on adjacent lots prior to staking the boundary and file a Posting Plan at the Land Title Office as a record of the re-establishment.