Common Land Surveying Questions
Q. When do I need a Land Surveyor?
A. A survey should be made prior to the construction of any structures
on property in which you have an interest. A survey is often desirable before purchasing real estate and frequently is recommended
by legal counsel or by mortgage loan companies. Remember, the services of a land surveyor now will cost less in time, worry, and money
than the cost of moving a building or defending a lawsuit later.
Q. What information should I furnish the Land Surveyor?
A. Furnish
the surveyor with an explanation of why the survey is desired. He will maintain confidence if requested by his client. With this purpose
in mind a professional land surveyor can work most efficiently and reduce the client’s cost. If you have a deed or mortgage description,
aerial photographs of the land, or an abstract, relay them to the surveyor. If you have knowledge of a stone, iron pipe, fence line,
etc. that was reported to you as a property corner, pass the information along to the surveyor. He will make the professional judgment
as to what evidence should be used.
Q. How much will a survey cost?
A. Fees of Land Surveyors are on a level with other professions.
The Surveyor's fees are dependent upon the size of the tract and other factors, including the terrain and vegetation, accessibility,
and if reliable survey monuments exist in the area. Therefore, the Surveyor will estimate the approximate cost of the survey for you
prior to commencing the work. However, do not depend on the lowest priced survey to be the best survey. Obtain the services of a reputable
Surveyor.
