How to use Google Maps to create a Landscape Base Map

[@ghostlyshadowly]

So useful. Thank you for taking me from "I have no idea how to do this" to having a base map :)

[@NinjaTenK]

If you have a property survey done you can just make a copy an use that as Google not accurate

[@siliconvalleylife2.048]

Those measurements aren't accurate. I actually had a client argue that the Google measurements were more accurate than the tape measure we had right in front of us...it was '3,000 square feet off.

[@NinjaTenK]

Like I commented it would be easier with the property survey

[@siliconvalleylife2.048]

@@NinjaTenK that's very true. But the easiest way is to just measure it on site. Most accurate and most convenient.

[@richarddrum9970]

Actually I've used Google Earth pro to design parks and village squares while using the elevations that program provides to lay out existing grade lines on the site. Quite useful system.

[@matthewsalvador9783]

You can use the Gis … look up the address… then screenshot … then you have a reference… plus it has the utility line marks to an extent…

[@jenniferk.1740]

Google maps has not been updated on my home in over 3 years....

[@StrayFire]

so much BS in this video xD

[@TheSuburbanGardenista]

Short and sweet and so helpful!! Thank you! Going to give this a try soon!

[@jodyk4949]

Wow! I never knew! Love this, and thanks for taking us through this tutorial!

[@creationslandscapedesigns]

I love this feature but usually, I will still measure by hand to ensure that everything is accurate give or take

[@marcuskerstein3951]

Excellent video! Thank you.

[@Stina85]

This is so helpful! Thank you!

[@adjesprangers3738]

Thank you! We have bought a house in France (we are a Dutch couple) and measuring the (large) garden is a bit of a challenge. Your tips and tricks makes it easier.

[@NinjaTenK]

Why not just use the property survey?

[@gluppyfish]

Useless for me. Google maps does not show new sub-divisions, only older stuff. Thanks anyway

[@AnxiousCowboy]

Useful for everyone else. Good luck lol

[@alaskanfishing]

Brilliant!

[@georgemartinez6625]

Excellent. Except is the maps are not updated.

[@NinjaTenK]

Or accurate

[@jerrywarden7844]

I enjoyed this. something I learned surveying years ago. If you want to from a 90 degree or perpendicular angle. stand on a lie point your hands in both directions ,close your eyes put your hands together. open your eyes you have just made an exact angle.

[@relina___7149]

Thank you

[@katyfoote7497]

This is life changing! Thank you!

[@jamestaylor8217]

Thank you. I usually import into Auto-Cad but this is a useful way to do it.

[@barbararussell897]

Thank you So Much :)

[@bblaam27]

Wow I did not know this even existed! Thank you so much!

[@MisterReos]

that was awesome, thanks for the help

[@saritshalhevet1082]

Thank you! This is so helpful!

[@JmBvhntnt28]

Where did you get this paper from?

[@alicethereindeerlady8633]

How do I measure a pool in the back yard to import into a cad drawing? Thank you for your tutorial.

[@barbaravanerp4598]

It’s not a correct location. How do I fix this

[@youngandbitter]

wtf i had no idea you could do this on google maps?! thank you!

[@NinjaTenK]

It's not accurate you would need the property survey

[@raghav1790]

How to do this for new property in new build area when maps are still not updated?

[@Localscapes]

On a new build, you can get a "plot plan" or "site plan" from your builder or your City building department. Builders must file this information in order to obtain a building permit. You'll be able to start with all the measurements already done! Make sure they provide not just the lot plan but how the home is situated on the lot, preferably with any easements included so you'll be able to plan around easement requirements. All properties have easements but not all easements are in use.

[@NinjaTenK]

Use the property survey

[@CubeCambodia]

So helpful and easy thank you so muchhh

[@loganlife328]

You are better off going to your county's parcel map viewer. All the measurements are there for you.

[@hughhefner4774]

Wow! You are the real MVP!

[@u-town3233]

how do you use it on a MAC PC

[@xinyangli1724]

Good to know,Thanks！

[@lotusgsxr750]

This is perfect! 😊

[@micksimon2525]

thank you

[@tmac1660]

This works great, except the print. When I print all I get is a tan rectangle...not very helpful.

[@Localscapes]

Are you using Internet Explorer? If you use Chrome or another browser it will likely work better. Let us know if that does not solve the problem for you. Alternatively, you can check your County Assessor's website as they also have parcel information. The quality of that data will vary by county but it's worth checking.

[@Localscapes]

Try it on the satellite view instead. Sometimes the property lines don't print well. Frustrating I'm sure.