What should I consider when I drill a well?

• <div><p>When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses <b>100 gallons</b> of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.</p><p>Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.</p></div>

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Q: What is the difference between a land survey and a land appraisal?

• <div><p>A land survey defines and records the physical aspects of a property, including its boundaries, dimensions, easements, features, and sometimes topographical information. In contrast, a land appraisal determines the property's monetary value. While an appraiser will often consult a land survey to understand the property's physical specifications, the survey itself does not determine the land's value.</p></div>

Q: Who do I call before I dig in my yard?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re planning to dig on your property, you&rsquo;ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won&rsquo;t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues. </p></div>

Q: What do land surveys typically include?

• <div><p>Property lines, building locations, and potential encroachments are mapped.</p></div>

Q: How do you build a road on a slope?

• <div><p>Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn&rsquo;t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.</p></div>

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Last update on March 12, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
Highly recommend Moonraised Landscape. They were referred by a friend in the neighborhood. We wanted to update our landscaping, including removing plants, moving plants, adding new plants, add pathway and spotlighting, and upgrade our irrigation. Luis was very easy to work with. Super...
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Reviewed in August 2025
Robert Fleener was great to work with from start to finish. It was very easy to schedule an appointment with him, and he conducted my home appraisal efficiently and in a much shorter time than his estimate. The report he produced was thorough and exactly what I needed. He was a consummate...
Fleener Services
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Reviewed in March 2024
Nancy had an experienced team demo the existing front yard and install a beautiful and unique front yard, driveway, and landing. She drives the project well at all stages and includes the customer appropriately. She cares immensely about the quality of the project and follows up for many weeks...
Design & Management Consultare
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Reviewed in October 2020
He was wonderful. His entire team was incredibly professional, kind, and helpful. I called a number of places before I landed with Carlos and I am so happy I found his company. I won't hire anyone else ever again.
Bay Area's Best Relocation Services
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Reviewed in September 2018
San Mateo Contracting & House Keeping surveyed the needs, completed the work as agreed upon in a professional manner, and did so well within the promised time frame. I plan to use their services again.
San Mateo Contracting & House Keeping
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Reviewed in March 2017
We solicited three contractors for bids. The main issue which set Joel and his brother Juan, from Pacific Hardware (PH) apart from the other contractors was when they looked at the landing, they knew exactly what needed to be done and explained how it would be repaired. PH has exceptional...
Peninsula Hardwood Floors, Inc
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Reviewed in June 2015
Pretty well and very professional. <br /> came on time and did a pretty thorough job of surveying the entire house <br />
Everlast Construction
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Reviewed in October 2014
He was great. When it became difficult to find the back boundary he suggested I could save money by "estimating" the boundary and he would not have to file a new claim. It was a much more reasonable cost for this survey then I suspected. <br />
Wade Hammond Land Surveyor
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Reviewed in September 2013
BGT was very prompt and professional. They completed the survey on time and on budget. They were creative in figuring a way to measure internal building floor elevation when we did not leave a door open! :-) <br /> When we had some questions, they went back out to the site and remeasured...
Bryan G. Taylor (BGT) Land Surveyors
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Reviewed in December 2012
So we had Darwin of DMM do most of our remodel, including a whole house electrical rewire a few months ago. We had completed the rest of the remodel and only needed one more item addressed to get our permit finished off. The sliding glass doors to the backyard had only one cement step down, but...
DMM Construction & Electric
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Hogan Land Services, Inc.

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Land Surveyor

Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Very Professional Survey. I would hire them again"

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Transit Land Surveying Inc.

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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

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Transit Land Surveying Inc. is a premier land surveying company serving San Francisco and the Bay Area. Our #1 goal as a company is having complete customer satisfaction. There is no job that is too big or too small. If you want the job done right, call Emily today!

Response time10 mins

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ROYALTY BUILDERS , INC

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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

@royaltybuildersinc is doing Home Renovation to the flex level. Royalty Builders is a California based residential remodeling contractor who has been creating extraordinary construction as well as renovations, addition, and remodeling. We are experts in custom trim, custom tile, and wood or block home construction.

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We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. \n

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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

A land survey defines and records the physical aspects of a property, including its boundaries, dimensions, easements, features, and sometimes topographical information. In contrast, a land appraisal determines the property's monetary value. While an appraiser will often consult a land survey to understand the property's physical specifications, the survey itself does not determine the land's value.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

Property lines, building locations, and potential encroachments are mapped.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses 100 gallons of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.

Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.

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