What industries is the topographical drawing feature built for?

It's designed for professionals who need to show elevation changes to clients on-site. Any field team that deals with sloped terrain, ground settlement, or elevation-sensitive pricing can benefit.

Do I need special equipment to capture elevation data?

No. You enter elevation points directly into ArcSite using your tablet or phone. No external sensors, survey equipment, or third-party apps required.

How does ArcSite turn my elevation data into a contour map?

Once you place elevation points on your drawing, ArcSite automatically calculates and generates contour lines and a color-graded heatmap. The whole process happens inside the app with no manual drawing or file exports.

Can I include the topo drawing in a client proposal?

Yes. Because the topographical drawing lives inside ArcSite, it connects directly to your estimates and proposals. You can present the visual and the quote in the same workflow, on the same visit.

Does my whole team need to learn a new tool?

No. Topographical drawings are built into ArcSite's existing drawing environment. If your team already uses ArcSite, the learning curve is minimal. Standardized settings also mean new reps can produce consistent output quickly.

How is this different from using a separate elevation mapping tool?

External tools require exporting data, switching apps, and manually recreating visuals, which can take 10-15 minutes per job and produces inconsistent results across reps. ArcSite generates the contour map automatically inside the drawing, with no extra steps.

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TOPOGRAPHICAL DRAWING SOFTWARE | SITE ELEVATION MAPPING

Show the elevation. Win the job.

Built for foundation repair, turf, and landscaping pros, ArcSite's topographical drawing tools lets you show customers exactly what's happening on-site with contour lines and color-graded heatmaps, right at the kitchen table.

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Elevation drawings built for the field

Add elevation points directly to your drawing and automatically generate contour lines and color-graded heatmaps. No external tools, no extra steps, no manual sketching.

Enter elevation points, right in the drawing

Capture elevation data directly inside your drawing on-site.Our extensive library of pre-made shapes cater to a wide range of spaces, from architecture to engineering.

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Auto-generated contour lines

Turn your elevation points into a clean, professional contour line drawing automatically. What used to take 10-15 minutes of manual work happens in seconds.

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Color-graded heatmaps at a glance

High and low elevation areas show up instantly in easy-to-read color fills. Clients understand what's happening on their property without needing a technical explanation.

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Close more high-ticket jobs on-site

When homeowners can see the elevation data laid out in front of them, approval rates on high-value jobs go up. Show the problem, close the deal.

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Standardized output across your whole team

Consistent contour lines and color fills, no matter who runs the job. New reps ramp faster and every drawing looks like it came from your best estimator.

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Price for real-world elevation, not just flat distance

Factor in stacked materials, stepped surfaces, and sloped areas when building your estimate. Your quotes match the actual scope of work, so there are no surprises later.

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Open your drawing. Add elevation points.

Pull up any drawing on your tablet or phone. Tap to place elevation points directly on the site plan as you walk the property. No switching apps, no separate data capture step.

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Generate the contour map automatically.

Once your elevation points are in, it builds the contour lines and color-graded heatmap for you. The visual is ready in seconds, standardized every time, and looks the same whether you or your newest hire ran the job.Once the basic layout is in place, ArcSite’s vast library of pre-made shapes and custom shape creation tools come into play. Select from existing shapes or create new ones to accurately represent specific design elements.

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ArcSite has different pre-built shape libraries to choose from.

Show the client.
Close the job.

Walk the homeowner through the drawing right there on-site. They can see exactly where the elevation changes are, what the problem looks like, and what needs to be done. When the problem is visible, the decision is easier.

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