As the saying goes: There’s no such thing as a stupid question. There will always be questions when starting a project. Below you will find a list with a few of the most common questions land surveyors get asked. If you have a question that isn’t included in the following list, please, feel free to contact us and we will gladly help you.
ARE YOU DIGGING FOR GOLD?
No, we are not digging for gold. We are using a metal detector to find buried property markers which are made with ferrous materials. Benchmarks are used having a known location and elevation, serving as a reference point for surveying. Sometimes we are hunting for benchmarks.
ARE YOU TAKING MY PICTURE?
No, we are land surveyors. Our equipment doesn’t capture photographs. The machines use a laser to calculate measurements.
IF MY FAMILY HAS LAND THAT IS TO BE DIVIDED BETWEEN MEMBERS, WHAT KIND OF SURVEY IS NEEDED?
A Boundary survey and a Subdivision plat would be the beginning stages. Depending on your location we can guide you through the governmental agencies and what they require.
WHAT KIND OF COMMERCIAL SURVEY SERVICES DOES YOUR COMPANY PROVIDE?
We provide extensive existing conditions surveys, detailed topography surveys, and a broad range of construction stake out services.
WHAT SURVEY DO I NEED TO LOWER MY FLOOD INSURANCE?
Elevation certificates are helpful when trying to lower your flood insurance.
WHAT WILL A SURVEY COST?
Cost depends on many different conditions such as:
WHEN BUYING A NEW HOME, IS IT NECESSARY TO GET A SURVEY DONE?
It is important to get a boundary survey before you purchase a new home or property to know what you are buying. Buyer beware is a great moto to live by.
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