How do I hire a land surveyor?

• <div><p>To hire a land surveyor, you need to start by searching online for reputable professionals in your area. Here are a few steps to take when making a shortlist:</p><ul><li><p>Browse land surveyor service website</p></li><li><p>Check credentials</p></li><li><p>Read customer reviews</p></li><li><p>Find their contact information</p></li><li><p>Call or email to inquire about more information</p></li><li><p>Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away</p></li><li><p>Find out how they charge for their services</p></li><li><p>Ask about schedule and turnaround times</p></li><li><p>Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Who does a perc test?

• <div><p>Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-does-perc-tests.htm">professionals you hire if you need a perc test</a>. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails. </p></div>

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Q: How long does a land survey take to complete?

• <div><p>Depending on property size and complexity, usually 1-3 weeks.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of getting a land survey before buying a property?

• <div><p>A land survey provides precise property boundaries, reveals legal encroachments, and identifies rights-of-way, minimizing disputes. Understanding the exact dimensions and features of the property aids in informed decision-making and safeguards the buyer's investment.</p></div>

Q: Can you build on undeveloped land?

• <div><p>You can&rsquo;t build on undeveloped land without preparing it for construction, which involves running utilities to the site or accounting for private utilities like wells and septic systems and grading and compacting the soil for safe construction. Once you prepare the land, you can build on it as long as the project abides by local zoning regulations.</p></div>

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R. B. Welty & Associates is an Engineering firm that has provided high quality Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Professional Land Surveying to California's Central Valley and surrounding areas since 1944. Our team of 17 highly skilled employees has worked with a wide range of company profiles from Fortune 500 businesses, start-up companies, to government agencies. R. B. Welty & Associates is dedicated to using the latest technology and equipment available. Our firm is currently running AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 and AutoTurn 2014. Our staff is trained to optimize their time using these tools to complete projects on time and on budget. R. B. Welty & Associates has a dedicated team of 7 highly skilled, professionally licensed staff members consisting of 1 licensed Structural Engineer, 3 licensed Professional Engineers and 3 licensed Land Surveyors.

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Mid-Valley Engineering (MVE) corporate office is located in Modesto, CA. MVE has been providing innovative and responsible engineering solutions throughout California and Northern Nevada for the last 45 years. There are currently over 40 employees working for MVE.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Depending on property size and complexity, usually 1-3 weeks.

A land survey provides precise property boundaries, reveals legal encroachments, and identifies rights-of-way, minimizing disputes. Understanding the exact dimensions and features of the property aids in informed decision-making and safeguards the buyer's investment.

To hire a land surveyor, you need to start by searching online for reputable professionals in your area. Here are a few steps to take when making a shortlist:

Browse land surveyor service website
Check credentials
Read customer reviews
Find their contact information
Call or email to inquire about more information
Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away
Find out how they charge for their services
Ask about schedule and turnaround times
Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing

Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the professionals you hire if you need a perc test. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails.

You can’t build on undeveloped land without preparing it for construction, which involves running utilities to the site or accounting for private utilities like wells and septic systems and grading and compacting the soil for safe construction. Once you prepare the land, you can build on it as long as the project abides by local zoning regulations.

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The Ripon, CA homeowners’ guide to land surveying services

How Much Does It Cost to Clear Land? [2026 Data]

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2026 Data]

How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2026 Data]

8 Types of Lands Surveys and How They're Used

What Is a Property Line and Why Does It Matter?

Boundary Survey vs. Topographic Survey

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Muir Consulting, Inc.

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R. B. Welty & Associates

R. B. Welty & Associates

Mid-Valley Engineering, Inc.

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The Ripon, CA homeowners’ guide to land surveying services

How Much Does It Cost to Clear Land? [2026 Data]

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2026 Data]

How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2026 Data]

8 Types of Lands Surveys and How They're Used

What Is a Property Line and Why Does It Matter?

Boundary Survey vs. Topographic Survey

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