Avon Village Center welcomes you! GHH’s newest development with the Carpionato Group
GHH helped develop the newest retail development in Avon, the Avon Village Center with its partner, Carpionato Group, furthering its stake in the commercial development industry, on September 1st, 2021
Developing the Center
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge and the Carpionato Group have been working hard on creating the newest commercial development in Avon, CT, Avon Village Center. This modern commercial and residential hybrid development is sure to stay with opportunities abound for locals.
The first retailer to open in the center was the Whole Foods Market, guaranteed to draw large crowds. GHH is proud to announce that we were a part of the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Whole Foods, formally announcing the opening of the center.
What to Expect from this development and Future Collaborations with Carpionato Group
Carpionato Group and GHH share a vision on a dynamic use for the complex with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial developments to come.
According to the Carpionato Group, [The Avon Village Center is} “Presenting a generational opportunity, twenty plus years in the making to create a real and authentic live, work, shop and play mixed-use environment of 1.2 million square feet at the epicenter of the #1 place to live in the Capital Region of CT by Hartford Magazine- the Town of Avon.”
This center will have it all, apartments, shops, offices, fine arts, and medical arts centers.
Learn more on why the New England Real Estate Journal named it the development of the month in 2019 when the center was just a twinkle in our eyes…
Clarence Blair Associates, Inc. (CBA) Acquired by Godfrey Hoffman Hodge, LLC. (GHH)
Learn about the historic acquisition of Clarence Blair Associates, one of Connecticut’s oldest surveying & engineering companies.
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge, LLC. (GHH) Is pleased to announce our acquisition of Clarence Blair Associates, Inc. (CBA), as of March 2021. The firm’s extensive historical records will greatly bolster GHH’s own archives relating to New Haven County and beyond.
Clarence Blair Associates History
Clarence Blair Associates was founded in 1892, earning and diligently maintaining an excellent reputation of high-quality survey and engineering service throughout their long history. GHH’s current owner, Adam Hoffman, has had a long professional relationship with CBA, dating back early in his survey career, working as an instrument man and survey party chief at CBA in the early 1980s.
CBA Team
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge History
GHH is a third-generation, multi-disciplinary firm established in New Haven County in 1924 under the name Stein and Giordano. In 1968, ownership passed to Bernard E. Godfrey (Also a CBA employee back in the early 1960’s). Godfrey took current owner Adam Hoffman on as business partner and co-owner in 1988, changing our name to Godfrey-Hoffman Associates to reflect the partnership. In 2010, we acquired the Farmington Valley-based survey firm Hodge Surveying Associates, whose own lengthy history dates back to 1925. In 2020, we adopted our current name to reflect this change. Over the years, GHH has grown to provide a full range of land surveying, civil engineering, planning, design, and permitting services throughout the entire state of Connecticut, operating out of our main office at 26 Broadway, North Haven.
Land Surveying Celebrated at the end of the Roman Year (February 23rd)
What is Terminalia?
February 23rd boasts this festival. It is named after the Ancient Roman God of land boundaries, Terminus. Terminus was portrayed as a stone with no arms or legs, symbolizing the boundary marker between plots of land. This portrayal of Terminus was especially important in emphasizing how the boundaries were binding. The name is derived from the Latin word for such a boundary.
Romans believed that a sacrificial festival must occur at the end of each calendar year, February 23rd, in order to remain on good terms with the god. These sacrifices included adorning the physical terminus (boundary marker) with floral garland and offerings of sweets and other meals. It also included physical sacrifices of lambs or pigs.
The terminus was believed to be the peacekeeper between neighbors. It ensured that there would be no arguing over property lines. Neighbors would meet at their local terminus for this celebration annually. A large feast would then occur!
Why Celebrate Terminalia?
Modern Land Surveying
You may be wondering why a group of land surveyors and civil engineers in the 21st century would want to celebrate an Ancient Roman festival…
The use of terminuses in ancient Rome are the some of the earliest forms of the modern practice of boundary marking with the use of specific objects, markers, or locations. Without the ancient Romans creating a practice of respect between neighbors and foreigners, by placing terminuses between their properties, the art of land surveying may not be where it is today.
Join Us!
While we may not be adorning stone boundary markers or offering sacrifices to a deity, we are celebrating the great history of our profession and the advancements we have made through the centuries. Check out these great resources on Terminalia:
If you are thinking about buying or selling a property, you are likely wondering whether a land survey is necessary. It is undoubtedly tempting to bypass the land survey to save money, yet it presents quite a considerable risk. A professional land survey should preface nearly every single land transaction. Here’s why:
Land Surveys Provide Precise Boundaries Every Property Buyer and Owner Should Know
The sad truth is the majority of current property owners do not know the boundaries of their property. Many such property owners rely on faulty anecdotal evidence for property boundaries. Land surveys might add another step into your project planning, but they are worth the money and time.
Some property owners base their assumptions on information passed on from parents, prior property owners and/or real estate agents. However, there is no guarantee this information is accurate. You need a professional land survey to determine the exact property lines. Every individual bidding on a property and those selling a property should know precisely where its boundaries are. Our professional land surveyors are here to provide this critical information.
A Guideline for Fencing
Plenty of people who buy property intend to add fencing between their property and neighboring land. However, the fencing’s exact positioning is often estimated without concrete evidence of the property’s actual boundaries. It is not enough to simply guesstimate property lines based on where the neighbor stops mowing. You need to know exactly where your property begins and ends to erect barriers appropriately.
Identify the Space for New Construction
If there is confusion about the boundaries of the property, it will be difficult to properly build new structures in exactly the right areas. In some cases, these structures extend beyond the property line. The money you spend for a professional land survey pales in comparison to the cost of moving a building or tearing it down and building it within the actual boundaries of your property.
Understand Exactly What You are Buying
You should know exactly where the property in question extends to, whether a corner is missing, if the neighbor’s fence is on the land and so on. In short, a land survey is a means of protecting this important real estate investment.
Once you know exactly how much land is up for sale, you will be able to enter a truly informed bid that reflects the value of the actual land. Otherwise, you may bid blindly, uncertain of the property’s exact boundaries. It is quite possible misinformation provided about the land’s size will end up costing you thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. Pay the comparably minor cost of a professional land survey and you will know how far the property in question actually extends. Armed with this valuable information, you can bid on the property in full confidence.
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC is at Your Service
We are proud to provide surveying and engineering services for those located in Connecticut. If you are thinking about buying or selling property, it is imperative that you have it surveyed. Reach out to our main line at 203-239-4217 or our Farmington line at 860-673-0444 to find out more about our land surveying services. If you prefer to contact us online, fill out our contact form and we will be in touch.
Subdividing land requires careful planning well ahead of the time at which the subdivision will occur. However, if you plan accordingly and consult with experts, subdividing land can be successful! Do not attempt a project of this complexity on your own in a DIY (do it yourself) manner. Lean on our team for assistance, follow the tips detailed below, and this process will prove as smooth as possible.
Mind the Steps Necessary for Subdivision
Subdividing a piece of land into smaller pieces for residential and commercial use requires attention to detail. This is not a single step process in the slightest. In fact, there are multiple steps that will take some time to complete. It might take upwards of several months or even several years to complete the subdivision. Be patient, complete all the necessary steps, and your subdivision project will be a success.
Produce a Survey
A survey is required to identify the metes and bounds, meaning the specific boundaries of the property in question. These boundaries set the stage for the proper subdivision of the corner of the property. Land surveys for parcels are priced in accordance with a number of factors including the number of acres, geographic location, and the properties terrain.
A Site Plan is Necessary
The site plan is a detailed document that shows the development plan. The development plan is a description of how one intends to use the land. The amount of detail in the document plan differs from one town to the next. Even the proposed use for the land plays a part in the amount of detail within the site plan. The typical site plans rely on the mapping from the survey, natural resource features, a true north arrow, and elevations. Unnatural developments including paved areas and structures are also considered.
The Property Might Require Rezoning
We urge caution when purchasing a large plot of land that will be used for commercial purposes unless the property is zoned in the proper manner. It is quite challenging to pinpoint available land in residential spaces that are zoned for commercial use. Such plots are typically zoned strictly for residences or rural/agricultural purposes. If the area near the land in question is zoned as non- residential, it might be considered commercial or industrial.
Changing zoning has the potential to prove quite challenging depending on the nuances of the particular area and project. All sorts of different factors have the potential to impact the development time for timely zoning alterations. If the area is in good shape, it might prove challenging to get it rezoned for industrial use. If the land in question is to be used for commercial development yet it is currently zoned differently, you must request a zoning waiver, present a plan to those who staff the zoning board and/or public meetings and provide the board with time for review.
Land Evaluation for Suitability
Development officials typically require in-depth testing along with an extensive evaluation to gauge whether the land will prove suitable for the requested use. Such studies and reviews are a necessary component of the subdivision process. Examples of these tests include site evaluation studies, also called feasibility studies, and environmental impact studies. Feasibility studies consider whether the intended project can actually be implemented on the land.
As long as the soil on the land is acceptable and there is adequate space, your proposed project should pass this evaluation. Environmental impact studies gauge the impact of the proposed project on the surrounding environment in terms of plants, water, air, land, animals, etc.
There is the Potential for Approval With Modifications
After the evaluations are conducted, local boards will gauge whether the proposed project adheres to specific criteria. If the project in question is in full compliance, the office of development will provide approval.
However, if the plan for subdivision is rejected, it is possible to obtain legal remedy through the judicial system. It is much more common for approval to be provided with specific modifications. Implement the suggested changes to achieve compliance and your subdivision of land can move forward in a modified manner.
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC is on Your Side
Our team is here for your surveying and engineering needs in Connecticut, reach out to us today for assistance! You can contact our surveying specialists by dialing 203-239-4217. If you prefer to reach out to us online, fill out our contact form and we will be in touch at our earliest convenience.
Home and business owners in NJ are challenged with problems related to their septic system. The team at Drain Visions in New Jersey and Philadelphia are equipped with training and technology to assist you. Replacing septic systems is expensive and can be challenging to pre existing concrete and landscaping work. The thought of damaging this to repair a septic system is one thing you never want to hear. Additional to septic systems not working properly, there could be additional items found such as cesspools. These can pose a hazard overtime and individuals could become trapped inside.
Here at Drain Visions we offer a three staged program to assist business owners and home owners. The following are the steps we take to assist septic system owners with complex problems:
Drain Visions team will perform an initial assessment of the system, this may include snaking, jetting, video pipe inspection, locating of “Distribution” box, assessment of leach fields, visual inspection of lids, interior of septic tanks, pumping of system and hydrojetting
Upon completion of this service, out trained team members will be able to provide a update on condition of the system and recommend next steps.
Drain Visions has the ability to provide solutions on most septic systems to assist with reducing the likelihood of replacing the entire system. We have partnered with a vendor to deliver and install a SludgeHammer unit which allows homeowners to revitalize their septic systems at minimal costs. SludgeHammer units fit into existing septic systems. No new tanks or retrofits are necessary-just a small air pump and the SludgeHammer system to let nature do what it does best.
So if you are experiencing septic system problems, our team is here to help.
If you are experiencing sewer line backups, drain clogs or plumbing issues and need assistance call Drain Visions at (856) 848-1199 or use the form below.
Home and business owners in NJ are challenged with problems related to their septic system. The team at Drain Visions in New Jersey and Philadelphia are equipped with training and technology to assist you. Replacing septic systems is expensive and can be challenging to pre existing concrete and landscaping work. The thought of damaging this to repair a septic system is one thing you never want to hear. Additional to septic systems not working properly, there could be additional items found such as cesspools. These can pose a hazard overtime and individuals could become trapped inside.
Here at Drain Visions we offer a three staged program to assist business owners and home owners. The following are the steps we take to assist septic system owners with complex problems:
1) Drain Visions team will perform an initial assessment of the system, this may include snaking, jetting, video pipe inspection, locating of “Distribution” box, assessment of leach fields, visual inspection of lids, interior of septic tanks, pumping of system and hydrojetting
2) Upon completion of this service, out trained team members will be able to provide a update on condition of the system and recommend next steps.
3) Drain Visions has the ability to provide solutions on most septic systems to assist with reducing the likelihood of replacing the entire system. We have partnered with a vendor to deliver and install a SludgeHammer unit which allows homeowners to revitalize their septic systems at minimal costs. SludgeHammer units fit into existing septic systems. No new tanks or retrofits are necessary-just a small air pump and the SludgeHammer system to let nature do what it does best.
So if you are experiencing septic system problems, our team is here to help.
If you are experiencing sewer line backups, drain clogs or plumbing issues and need assistance call Drain Visions at (856) 848-1199 or use the form below.
Preventive maintenance on sewer and storm drain lines is a service that Drain Visions offers to our customers in New Jersey and Philadelphia. With over 25 years of business, our experienced Drain Visions technicians are highly trained in developing and implementing a preventative maintenance program. Our programs can be applied in commercial, residential, and industrial settings.
When a preventive maintenance program is started on a sewer or storm drain system, it reduces the likelihood of unsanitary backups and also reduces emergency charges that can occur during the worst of times. We believe that performing these services in New Jersey and Philadelphia help reduce time, energy, and allows you to save money. Prior to agreeing to an expensive repair, our trained sewer and drain technicians can assist you with other affordable options. Our services include: sewer cleaning, video pipe inspection, hydro water jetting, underground utility locating, and locating services. With our enhanced technology, experience, and true customer service, Drain Visions of New Jersey and Philadelphia can help you put together a preventative maintenance program that benefits you.
Preventive maintenance on sewer and storm drain lines is a service that Drain Visions offers to our customers in New Jersey and Philadelphia. With over 25 years of business, our experienced Drain Visions technicians are highly trained in developing and implementing a preventative maintenance program. Our programs can be applied in commercial, residential, and industrial settings.
When a preventive maintenance program is started on a sewer or storm drain system, it reduces the likelihood of unsanitary backups and also reduces emergency charges that can occur during the worst of times. We believe that performing these services in New Jersey and Philadelphia help reduce time, energy, and allows you to save money. Prior to agreeing to an expensive repair, our trained sewer and drain technicians can assist you with other affordable options. Our services include: sewer cleaning, video pipe inspection, hydro water jetting, underground utility locating, and locating services. With our enhanced technology, experience, and true customer service, Drain Visions of New Jersey and Philadelphia can help you put together a preventative maintenance program that benefits you.
When searching for a property survey, quotes may vary drastically, that’s why we’ve outlined exactly what you should expect out of your next hired surveying project.
A property survey consists of many tasks from land records research to field data collection to office calculations and drafting. In most cases, the time accomplishing those tasks far exceed the time on site. For potential clients seeking to compare prices, the range of prices can be confusing. We hope the following explanation of a surveyor’s obligations helps shed some light on why some surveyors offer a quote that is much higher than others.
Step 1: Researching the History of the Parcel
Each piece of land is unique with its own story to tell. Making sure that the proper historical research has been made is a crucial part to the beginning of a survey. When researching the history of the parcel of land, it may take anywhere from a few hours to a few days depending on the state department.
Our investigation of the title may lead to more questions that we need to resolve in order to meet our statutory requirements. It is impossible to gauge the level of difficulty and therefore, the amount of time a research job will take until we are well invested in the project.
Getting It Right The First Time
In some cases, we search far outside the geographical area of our project in order to recover a sizeable sampling of documentation to properly analyze for boundary computations. We want to make sure that our findings and research are 100% accurate before moving onto the next stage. Contact us to get started on your next surveying project here!
Step 2: Office Phase
The office phase of the survey is separated into two parts: drafting and computations.
Drafting
The quality of the drafting depends on the skill of the draftsperson. The finished survey map should be subject to at least two layers of review to ensure adherence to CAD standards and, more importantly, adherence to CT. GEN Statue 20-300b which governs what must be shown on any survey map signed by a licensed surveyor in the state of Connecticut.
Computations
The computation phase of the survey can often be the most time consuming of the entire project. Licensed surveyors first consider the deeds of the subject property and the deeds of the adjoining properties. They also mathematically check any existing survey mapping that was found during research. Consideration and analysis is giving to the survey logic that the previous surveyor used in arriving at their opinion.
In a sense, the surveyor is piecing together a puzzle in which many boundaries are established to ensure they arrive at a logical opinion of the subject property boundaries.
Step 4: Forming a Boundary Line
In the course of collecting data and forming a boundary line opinion, a proficient surveyor should do his or her utmost to ensure that their final opinion of the boundary will withstand challenges, professionally or legally, in the future. That means that a competent surveyor should, to the best of his or her ability, perform all necessary functions to arrive at a defensible opinion. The client must be able to rely on the integrity of the surveyor to the job properly and to stand by his or her work.
How Do I Choose?
There are many surveyors to choose from. We can only recommend that you choose one who is licensed, insured and most of all, committed to their obligation to serve the welfare of the public and that will conscientiously adhere to the standard of care that exist in our profession.
At Godfrey Hoffman Hodge, LLC, we believe in the value of quality and accuracy. For over 90 years, we have strived to address the unique surveying, engineering, and permitting related needs of our clients by maintaining a highly experienced staff. We realize that using state-of-the-art technology is essential to offering a higher quality product at a more reasonable price.
We are following the CDC guidelines for health & safety and will abide by recommendations as they evolve.
We are, and have been for some time, well-positioned to work from home and can make that transition smoothly should we be called upon to do so. Some of our work may be impacted by town hall closures and meeting cancellations. However, we want to assure clients that we will continue to provide the level of service, communication, and responsiveness that we have built our reputation on.
Surveying by design is a socially distant profession.
When residential sewers clog in New Jersey or Philadelphia, Drain Visions provides the experience and knowledge to assist. Homeowners are often faced with big decisions when it comes to a sewer or drain clog. Older homes were not required to have cleanouts placed outside the home which makes drain cleaning a challenge. However, there are options to clear the sewer or drain line without an expensive dig up or repair. Drain Vision technicians can remove a toilet from inside the home and utilize a sewer snake machine from inside the residence. If pulling a toilet poses a challenge, we can utilize roof access to snake the sewer or drain line. Though this is not the best option, Drain Visions does everything to prevent digging up a yard or the concrete slab inside the home. In Addition to the sewer cleaning, we can also utilize our camera and locating equipment to identify the blockage and determine the exact problem. If you are having a sewer line clog and need assistance in New Jersey or Philadelphia call Drain Visions at 856-848-1199
When residential sewers clog in New Jersey or Philadelphia, Drain Visions provides the experience and knowledge to assist. Homeowners are often faced with big decisions when it comes to a sewer or drain clog. Older homes were not required to have cleanouts placed outside the home which makes drain cleaning a challenge. However, there are options to clear the sewer or drain line without an expensive dig up or repair. Drain Vision technicians can remove a toilet from inside the home and utilize a sewer snake machine from inside the residence. If pulling a toilet poses a challenge, we can utilize roof access to snake the sewer or drain line. Though this is not the best option, Drain Visions does everything to prevent digging up a yard or the concrete slab inside the home. In Addition to the sewer cleaning, we can also utilize our camera and locating equipment to identify the blockage and determine the exact problem. If you are having a sewer line clog and need assistance in New Jersey or Philadelphia call Drain Visions at 856-848-1199
Buying a home? Thinking about flipping or rehabbing homes? Throughout either process keep Drain Visions LLC in mind for your sewer line inspection. Drain Visions provides peace of mind while acquiring a new property so that you the buyer can know if any potential troubles are lurking within your drain line. Often times we receive service calls from customers that have been in their homes for less then a month and are having a massive backup. Some if not a majority of these backups could be prevented by doing an inspection prior to purchase so that you know the integrity of the pipe. Drain Visions will complete the inspection of the main sewer line provide a copy of the video as well as a written report and advise of any potential issues found or If cleaning or anything additional is needed. Consider adding video pipe inspection to your home buying regimen.
Buying a home? Thinking about flipping or rehabbing homes? Throughout either process keep Drain Visions LLC in mind for your sewer line inspection. Drain Visions provides peace of mind while acquiring a new property so that you the buyer can know if any potential troubles are lurking within your drain line. Often times we receive service calls from customers that have been in their homes for less then a month and are having a massive backup. Some if not a majority of these backups could be prevented by doing an inspection prior to purchase so that you know the integrity of the pipe. Drain Visions will complete the inspection of the main sewer line provide a copy of the video as well as a written report and advise of any potential issues found or If cleaning or anything additional is needed. Consider adding video pipe inspection to your home buying regimen.
There are many types of residential and commercial drain clogs in South Jersey. Drain Visions services thousands of plumbing, jetting, and property inspection customers each year. We’re called to inspect sewer lines and unclog drains. Once of the most commonly occurring drain clog removal requests is for wipes.
Wipes, our best friends for normal everyday activities. From cleaning up a spill to disinfecting a bathroom, wipes consume us. When using wipes, it is important to avoid sending them down your sewer line in south New Jersey or Philadelphia. Wipes begin to collect in the pipe and create a blockage in your sewer line.
This disaster creates a sewage mess for both home owners and business owners. Drain Visions of south New Jersey and Philadelphia provides trained professionals to conquer the clog. We use snake cables and jetting equipment to break up and remove the wipes from the drain line.
Call us today at 856-848-1199 to discuss how we can save your drain and keep the main flowing!
There are many types of residential and commercial drain clogs in South Jersey. Drain Visions services thousands of plumbing, jetting, and property inspection customers each year. We’re called to inspect sewer lines and unclog drains. Once of the most commonly occurring drain clog removal requests is for wipes.
Wipes, our best friends for normal everyday activities. From cleaning up a spill to disinfecting a bathroom, wipes consume us. When using wipes, it is important to avoid sending them down your sewer line in south New Jersey or Philadelphia. Wipes begin to collect in the pipe and create a blockage in your sewer line.
This disaster creates a sewage mess for both home owners and business owners. Drain Visions of south New Jersey and Philadelphia provides trained professionals to conquer the clog. We use snake cables and jetting equipment to break up and remove the wipes from the drain line.
Call us today at 856-848-1199 to discuss how we can save your drain and keep the main flowing!
Storm Drain Water Management is very important for your property. This time of year is upon us once again and storm drain water becomes a concern. The natural beauty of fall is quickly approaching, temperatures are cooling off and with that the foliage on trees and bushes begin to change into vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Once these leaves change color they will soon drop or be blown off the trees they’ve called home for the summer. These leaves can find there way to and collect in all sorts of places that can cause water to back up and potentially flood areas containing gutters, downspouts, storm water basins, roof vents, and even sanitary sewer drains.
This is when the team at Drain Visions comes to the rescue. Drain Visions uses Hydro water jetting and in some cases vacuum truck services to clean and remove debris from storm water drainage systems. Have standing water in your parking area near a storm drain constantly? Have water accumulating on your roof or draining outside of a downspout on a commercial building? Time to call Drain Visions! The team at Drain Visions provides honest assessments for all of your residential and commercial needs.
Call us today to solve your drain problems. Our technicians are on call 24/7 for emergency service.
Storm Drain Water Management is very important for your property. This time of year is upon us once again and storm drain water becomes a concern. The natural beauty of fall is quickly approaching, temperatures are cooling off and with that the foliage on trees and bushes begin to change into vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Once these leaves change color they will soon drop or be blown off the trees they’ve called home for the summer. These leaves can find there way to and collect in all sorts of places that can cause water to back up and potentially flood areas containing gutters, downspouts, storm water basins, roof vents, and even sanitary sewer drains.
This is when the team at Drain Visions comes to the rescue. Drain Visions uses Hydro water jetting and in some cases vacuum truck services to clean and remove debris from storm water drainage systems. Have standing water in your parking area near a storm drain constantly? Have water accumulating on your roof or draining outside of a downspout on a commercial building? Time to call Drain Visions! The team at Drain Visions provides honest assessments for all of your residential and commercial needs.
Call us today to solve your drain problems. Our technicians are on call 24/7 for emergency service.
Connecticut may be coined as the Constitution State, but this powerful & influential state could be home to your next thriving business!
1. First In Healthcare Access
Multiple factors are taken into account when calculating states Healthcare Access. US News reports that seven metrics contribute to this score: child wellness visits, health insurance enrollment, adult wellness visits, adult dental visits, child dental visits, and health care affordability.
Connecticut ranks #1 on this scale, meaning that you and your employees have an easier time when accessing healthcare and staying healthy. Having accessible healthcare will lead to a business with happier and healthier employees.
2. Internship Opportunities
Connecticut happens to be home to some of the most affluent and influential colleges in the nation. No matter where you may move your business to in Connecticut, you will be able to tap into the vast amount of internship resources each of these colleges offer. UCONN, Yale and Quinnipiac are just of a few of these influential universities that Connecticut houses.
3. Proximity to New York and Boston
This Nutmeg state is positioned between two of the most powerful states in the nation with superior travel hubs. Creating business relationships is a key part of growth, and traveling may be required by some you or your employees. Finding direct flights will be a breeze when you can easily travel to New York City or Boston and easily be on your way!
4. High Per Capita Income
Connecticut currently ranks #6 nationwide in income per household. When your residents have more income, they are more willing to spend it on your business!
5. Availability of commercial properties
LoopNet reports over 500 commercial properties available for purchase. With Connecticut’s tax-advantage sites and GHHLLC’s expertise, moving your business to Connecticut will be easier than ever!
Explore all of our services that we can offer your business, whether you are ready to make a move to a new location, or looking to upgrade your current offices.
This past Monday, we celebrated and honored the past and present members of our armed forces on Veterans Day. It is an enormous sacrifice to put your life on the line to protect your country and its citizens.
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC has been working with VA related projects over the years, and it has been an incredibly humbling and beneficial experience to help out these essential groups.
Connecticut Fisher House
The Connecticut Fisher House is a vital sanctuary for Active Duty Service Members/Veterans and their families. This “home away from home” serves as a temporary living space while these Service Members are undergoing medical treatment.
West Haven Veterans Hospital
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC has assisted the West Haven Veterans Hospital throughout the years on numerous projects. This branch of the VA Connecticut Healthcare System provides inpatient care to active and veteran service members.
Services for Veteran facilities include:
Base mapping for site design
Construction stakeouts
As-built surveys
As a company, Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC is passionate about helping Veterans affairs. If you are looking for surveying & civil engineering services, contact us at info@ghhllc.com
We’ve been working hard over these last few months to create the new and improved GHHLLC.com. We’ve merged our two previous websites into one. Our goal was to create a one-stop website for all of your surveying and engineering needs.
Who is Godfrey Hoffman Hodge?
Godfrey Hoffman Hodge LLC is a combination of our two previous firms; Godfrey Hoffman Associates, LLC and Hodge, LLC
Godfrey Hoffman Associates, LLC is a multi-disciplinary firm offering a full range of Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, Planning, Design & Permitting services. Our main office is located in North Haven, Connecticut, and our 3rd generation family business has operated since 1924. Originally serving New Haven County, we now work throughout the state of Connecticut.
Hodge, LLC, an affiliate of Godfrey-Hoffman, was acquired in April of 2010 and has been the trusted name in surveying in the Farmington Valley since 1925.
GHHLLC.COM
Our goal was to revitalize our website and to create a new and improved experience for users looking for land surveyor & civil engineering help. GHHLLC.com was designed to help you understand everything there is to know about our company and to provide you with the proper resources you need.
Below is just a small list of things you can do on our website:
Often times, sewer and drain cleaning companies will provide cheap rates to perform drain cleaning. What they don’t tell you is that this is part of a sales program to upset different services and unnecessary
repairs. Drain Visions, located in south New Jersey, offers guarantees on all of our services. If we come to your home or business and provide a service, we will guarantee our work up to 6 months. If a maintenance program is needed, we will work with you to create a plan and program that will keep your business or home in operation. With a guarantee, you can have the peace of mind that you will have a company respond to assist with your sewer and drain problems. Be careful when using companies that offer immediate repairs. Make sure that you confirm there is a problem and it never hurts to have a second opinion. The team at Drain Visions provides honest assesments for all of your commercial and residential needs. Call us today for any sewer or storm drain problem.
Did you have another reputable drain service company advise you to dig up your drain or sewer line due to a possible breakage? Drain Visions, LLC would always advise you to call for a second opinion before you do such a costly project.
When you call Drain visions for another look, we can perform a video pipe inspection to confirm the issue in your line. There are occasions that the clog or object might have been so far up the line that other companies may not have been able to reach it. Drain Visions has the capabilities to go further with our state of the art drain cleaning equipment than many others. We offer several different sizes of snaking equipment as well as hydro water jetting to assist in clearing your drain and sewer line. In our last 22 years, we have saved customers thousands of dollars by removing objects or being able to blast through the clog by hydro water jetting. For example, tree roots, grease that has hardened or scale buildup may need to be blasted away with the 4000 psi of water pressure.
So, in the future before you dig up your yard to replace a potential broken line, Call Drain Visions, LLC for a no cost on site estimate to confirm.
It’s Friday night at 6:00 P.M. and your restaurant’s kitchen is backing up from the grease trap. As you panic to try and save the dinner hour, you now must struggle to find someone to help unclog the kitchen drain lines.
Drain Visions offers full service and preventative maintenance programs to help reduce inconvenient grease and sewer line backups. Our trained technicians can develop a program to help reduce grease trap backups and maintain service during your busy times. We offer grease trap cleanings, jetting, snaking, and chemical solutions to attack heavy grease. Our industrial and commercial grade grease and sewer snaking machines will break up and flush the grease away.
Call us today for a free no obligation walk through to find out how you can save on costly grease backups and develop a kitchen maintenance program that will help maintain kitchen operations. We offer after hours service that will not disrupt the service operation of the kitchen.
As spring time approaches, tree roots begin to grow. While most home owners are not impacted by tree roots, some of us experience a clogged sewer line. Flowers are growing and the toilets are not flushing.
When this happens, the first thing to do is immediately call a drain service technician. Drain Visions has experienced technicians available 24/7. We will arrive on location and help diagnose your problem. After speaking with you, we will use a sewer machine to attempt a sewer cleaning. The purpose of this cleaning is to remove tree roots and have your sewer line flowing again.
With our commercial grade sewer machine, we utilize a cutter blade that circles the inside of the sewer pipe attempting to clear the clog. As the blade is reversed back into the sewer machine, the technician takes notes of the roots.
At this point, if your line is clear, we would recommend a video pipe inspection to confirm how much damage the roots have done. This vide pipe inspection of the pipe will allow for you to see where the roots have entered the pipe and if a repair is needed. If a repair is not needed at the current time, a maintenance program can be performed on the sewer line to reduce cost. Repairs can be costly, while maintenance programs can help save money.
Call for any root problems so we can help keep the roots in the dirt and out of your sewer line.
If you're in need of having your septic tank cleaned out you're in the right place. Dan Sexton III knows all about septic tank cleaning CT and how to inspect all parts of your tank baffles and entire systems' drain fields. Dan will also do an inspection with a digital video camera on the outlet pipe from you tank leading to the number one distribution box and then as far as he can go into the manifold pipes in the leach field. Septic Tank Pumping Pros cares about all their septic service clients located throughout Connecticut.
Septic Tank Cleaning Solutions
Septic systems often go undetected until you can smell the strong odor or you observe an overflow of the sewer. While it's not enjoyable, it's nothing to be embarrassed about - many people don't think about their sewage-disposal tanks up until it's far too late and also the trouble allows.
In this case, you'll see the typical indication of water gathering in the grass or around your drain area.
2. Rotten Egg-like scents
The merging water usually includes the bad smells yet it can often exist on its own. It scents like sulfur or like sewage - you'll recognize it today.
3. Slow-moving drains and also sewer back-up
The grass around your drain area is brown or it might look unhealthy. Sewage accumulation typically looks black, like oil externally of your yard.
4. Bright Green Turf around the Drain Area
In this case, the grass around your drain field will look much healthier or lusher than in any kind of other spots. This might imply that your system level, as well as leach field's level, is increasing too much.
5. Build-up of Nitrates
You'll be able to discover that the microorganisms, as well as nitrates, have started to infect the leaching field around your container as well as the system.
Exactly How to Correctly Preserve Your Septic System
If you intend to maintain your septic system healthily and balanced and also protect against large problems, you require to maintain your tank secure and your drain area protected from ending up being clogged with solids.
The wastewater from your house streams into your septic tank which divides and also saves the solids into different chambers. Several of the scum and effluent is damaged down by naturally happening bacteria but a large majority of the strong waste and sludge gathers in the storage tank up until you have your septic tank drained by a pumper truck.
If your septic tanks work as they should, they are effective as well as environment-friendly.
In order to maintain them by doing this, you need to:
For one, you require to understand where your system is - keep pictures, maps as well as maintenance documents.
Ensure that your system allows enough for your demands.
Then, be secure when evaluating your system. Beware concerning heavy storage tank covers, raw sewer, and also sewage system gasses.
Have septic tank pumping performed by a professional septic tank cleaning service as soon as every 2-6 years.
Be green - utilize water-saving faucets, showerheads, run the dishwashing machine only when complete and also make use of low flush commodes.
Safeguard the drain field location - likewise, draw away any kind of runoff away from the drain area.
Don't flush anything that is non-degradable such as tampons, condoms, as well as wet wipes.
Do not pollute the land with business septic tank ingredients.
Don't make use of way too much bleach or detergents. Do not put unsafe chemicals down your drain.
Clean just one load of laundry a day.
Don't spill water-softening gadgets into the septic system.
Do not put lawn sprinklers over your drain field, drive or park over it. Don't construct anything near the drain field.
Sometimes small issues can come about regardless of every one of the treatment you offer to your crafted septic system. Because of this situation, it's always best to call an expert who knows what they're doing.
Never try DIY septic system repair service or anything similar since you might wind up hurting yourself or doing even more damage to the storage tank and also other elements of your system.
There are specialist septic tank services out there that can assist you at a cost-effective price. As an example, you can call us whenever you need:
1. Maintenance or solution - This is vital if you want your system working much longer and better. Keep in advance of large, costly issues by having a licensed septic system specialist take a look at your septic system every so often. We provide a custom-made schedule based upon your scenario and also provide you with a cost-free reminder of the days.
2. Fixing of your effluent filter - If the effluent filter struggles with some damages, it can create the solids to overflow into your leach field which is not an advantage since it can pollute the land as well as groundwater table. In some cases, it might require changing also.
3. Onsite Analysis - If you have any worries, you just need to make a call as well as a professional will involve aid you and offer you a summary of your septic system with expert pointers.
4. Sewer hydro jetting - With our equipment, we can send a high-pressure stream of water that can cleanse your septic tank line and also require the entire blockage out without causing any kind of damage. This benefits when you have a sewage system line backed up into your residence. We can do this both for outside and also indoor pipes and also sewer drain.
5. System and New Tank Installations - We offer, as many septic tank solutions do, layout, formats, and also an installment of a brand-new system. Our group of professionals is constantly there to help house owners in planning for a new system.
6. Septic Pumping - Our professional team will come and drain your septic system, This treatment needs to only be managed by experts and our team can examine the problem of your whole septic system while the system is being pumped out.
7. Septic tank and system repairs - If your system calls for a repair, our group can manage it.
Your septic system requires cleaning every 2-6 years - no amount of special microbial ingredients will eliminate the built up blockages as well as require for a container clean out. Even the most effective septic tanks can fail if not managed by experts and pumped out on a regular routine.
If there are big lapses in time when maintaining your septic system, this can cause pricey fixings. Inspect your system routinely to avoid the effluent filter and also baffles from breaking, and thus stop solids from flowing right into your system's leach field and blocking it. With a correct upkeep program, you can ensure that it's risk-free. Various other system problems can be prevented also by adhering to these tactical upkeep procedures.
The last thing you want is an overflowing storage tank or a leak. Your septic system is a self-supporting, underground wastewater treatment system and also it's designed to get rid of household wastewater. These systems tend to call for intricate repair services done by qualified septic professionals with accuracy and also care.
Luckily, our septic tank solution is there for you, to help you maintain your septic system as well as the tank. With the degree of septic system installation experience and expertise that we have, you can never fail. Never forget that Septic Tank Pumping Pros serves all 8 counties in Connecticut
and most recently did a huge septic tank cleaning at a condominium complex in New Haven County.
Septic Tank Cleaning and System Statistics for Connecticut
"An estimated 40% of Connecticut residents, close to 1.5 million people, live in homes served by on-site sewage systems. The vast majority of these sewage systems are conventional septic systems that are under the jurisdiction of the Local Directors of Health and are the primary means of sewage disposal in rural and low-density suburban areas. Septic systems also serve apartment buildings, schools, restaurants, and other commercial buildings in non-urban areas.
Septic systems that are properly designed, installed, and maintained provide a safe and efficient way of disposing domestic sewage. However, when sewage is discharged to antiquated or substandard sewage systems, such as cesspools, renovation of the wastewater by the soil may be incomplete. Sewage contains pathogens disease-causing organisms) and if improperly disposed of may result in health hazards and nuisance conditions.
Septic systems on sites with design flows of 7,500* gallons per day (GPD) and less are permitted by the Local Director Health. Additionally, plans for large septic systems serving buildings with design flows of 2,000 to 7,500 GPD must be approved by the CT Department of Public Health. Septic systems, defined as subsurface sewage disposal systems, are regulated by the Public Health Code (PHC) Section 19-13-B103 and the associated Technical Standards for Subsurface Sewage Disposal Systems (Technical Standards). Local Health Department contact information. Septic systems on sites with design flows exceeding 7,500 GPD, alternative sewage disposal systems, and community sewage systems are permitted by the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CTDEEP)." Source for last three paragraphs here.
Dan is very happy to serve as well as assist our area the best method we know - by assisting their septic tanks to remain healthy as well as practical. Our community is tight-knit, and also we strive for quality and strong connections with all our septic repair clients. Our team is honest, trustworthy, experienced, always offered and trustworthy - no septic tanks issue is too large or too tiny for us!
It is important to grasp that the grease interceptor's effectiveness recedes as the trap is chock full of (FOG), and when it is topped off to its capacity, it will no longer divide any (FOG) from the liquids. The technician may not grasp that the grease trap is full, that being said, as it will store water even after it becomes totally full, sending the unfiltered FOG straight into the sewer system. Together with because grease fills up the interceptor from the top level of the trap tank to the bottom level down (combined with variations in FOG weight ), it can be hard to realize the moment the trap needs to get cleaned. Moreover, unfortunately, washing grease interceptors, primarily sizeable traps, is an uncomfortable ordeal that may possibly necessitate eatery business to momentarily cease, so this kind of essential cleaning work is quite often passed over. In certain cases, also, in the middle of the pressure of a restaurant environment, the chore in regard to sprucing up the grease trap is simply ignored. The water system niche standard says that interceptor holding tanks should be cleaned whenever twenty-five percent of the tank's total volume is inhabited with (FOG) (and 75 percent% by water). Grease traps may need to get serviced prior to reaching this threshold, nevertheless, and so the service professional may really need to monitor the trap, particularly grease buildup on the existing baffle, to decide on an ideal cleaning schedule for the business. Hydro jetting a grease interceptor as a component of ideal care is a required task. After dismantling the grease interceptor, the membrane of (FOG) really should be loaded into a watertight sack or bottle and thrown in the garbage. Unlike "yellow grease" collected coming from deep-fat fryers that can be utilized in the synthesis of diesel, cleansing soap, and rubberized products, FOG is not able to be recycled and it must be tossed in the garbage. The interior sides, infiltrators, and cap ought to then be cleaned of (FOG) and sterilized. Rubberized gloves should be used and cleaning soap and antibacterial elements should be minimized during the cleansing task. When the grease trap interceptor is re-assembled, precaution ought to be taken to arrange the parts properly as, once flow is carried on, misaligned components may warrant overflowing and dirtying of FOG within the cooking area.
While cleaning FOG interceptors, care should certainly be required to steer clear of stress locations generated by burdensome manhole caps and to refrain from ruining the silicone lining which keeps odors from escaping above solid ground. Any significant items identified at the end of the interceptor storage tank should be purged. One business disclosed having uncovered a trike in their storage tank. To lessen the necessity for cleaning the grease interceptor, half-done meals, animal fats, baking fat and lard lingering in kettles and roasters need to be wiped with paper towels or rinsed out with hot water and placed right into the garbage just before using the commercial dishwashing sprayer. This precaution can substantially lessen FOG being let into the tank and help prevent the production of stinky sulfur compound fumes into the commercial establishment.
In review, FOG catches and grease interceptors are plumbing related gadgets called for in food service facilities that protect against fats, oils, and grease from going into the municipal sewage infrastructure. InterNACHI examiners and establishment owners really should understand the way these grease interceptors work and how they are repaired, retained and examined. Dan Sexton III would like to thank all our existing and new grease trap cleaning service customers all up and down the East Coast of the United States.
Significant Suggestions When Looking at a Septic Tank Service
The Fundamentals
There are plenty of septic tank pumping companies that you may select from. You have to know what you must search for if you would like to make the right choice for your situation. Daniel Sexton III has put together some strategies and suggestions to help you make the right preference.
How Your Septic Tank Functions
A septic tank system is not too difficult to understand and all waste material pipes in your home go directly to the septic tank. The waste that would go to the septic tank can come from different spots like the washing machine, dishwasher, toilets as well as your shower.
The waste that would go to the septic tank will separate into 3 layers. On the bottom could be the heavier elements, the sludge. The top layer comprised of oils fats and proteins form a scum on the surface. The middle layer is the effluent, a fairly clear liquid that's allowed to drain back into the soil. The scum and sludge will eventually need removing by a local septic cleaning company.
How Often To Call Your Septic Tank Service In Case You Need Your Tank Serviced
As it is very tough for you to confirm the levels of sludge and scum inside your septic tank, it is recommended that you engage a professional septic tank service company to carry out a regular annual maintenance and inspection. The septic tank will need emptying every 12 to 36 months based on the amount of waste material that the household is sending to the tank.
Maintenance of Your Septic Tank
It's important that your septic tank is cleaned consistently and kept in prime condition. A yearly maintenance inspection is essential. Most households find that the draining of their septic tank system needs to be carried out every 12 to 36 months. Nevertheless, it's going to be depending on the size of the tank, the number of people in your house and the waste material produced.
You have to be sure that you pick the best company to cover your septic pumping needs. If you will be able to acquire a recommendation for a specific local company from family or friends, it's a great place to start. You have to look for a company that has a license to provide a septic tank service in your area. A legitimate septic tank service will be able to show that they are insured to cover damages from an accident while on your premises and that they also have the experience and a fantastic reputation of providing septic tank services to other homeowners and commercial businesses in your town or county. You should not consider cleaning out your own tank with regards to septic tank servicing. There are many health factors and hazards involved when trying to service your own septic tank. Find an excellent professional that you can rely on and cross this off the headaches-you-never-want-to-have list. If you would like to locate the best professional to give the services to you, you could consider our tips mentioned above and find the best one. Please feel free to peruse our channel for more awesome information on septic tank services in your specific region of the country. Thank for watching. While you're at it, look at Dan Sexton's other profiles right here. :-)
