How It Works
Rather than relying on a single third-party service, we perform geocoding ourselves using multiple reference sources to ensure accuracy.Data Sources
Our process cross-references addresses against several authoritative datasets:- National Address Dataset from the US Census
- Open Address dataset
- Simple Maps
- ESRI
Why Accurate Geocoding Matters
Accurate geocoding is particularly important in the construction industry, where precise location information can impact:- Permit jurisdiction determination
- Zoning requirements
- Service area analysis
- Market visualization
What You Can Do With Coordinates
Our coordinates enable customers to:- Perform spatial analysis
- Create map visualizations
- Calculate distances
- Identify geographic patterns in construction activity
Part of Address Standardization
The geocoding process is part of our broader address standardization pipeline, which ensures:- Consistent formatting across the database
- Accurate location data regardless of original permit formatting
- Reliable geographic identification
Address geocoding is done in-house at Shovels to ensure accuracy and consistency across our entire database.