Simple version: I asked them to do a simple fluorescent-to-LED light exchange in my shop. They did the easy half and never came back, despite multiple calls and this letter. AND sent me an invoice for the whole job ! It’s hard for me to express how Disappointed and Astonished that a...

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We agreed to what seemed like a high price for a simple remodel and paid in late Oct 2018. It is now Feb 5, 2019 and we have nothing. He has cancelled, rescheduled and otherwise done his best to avoid us since being paid. According to his proposal: Create partial plans for first floor and...
- Steve F.
The business owner, Michael Johnston, came out to review and bid on a complete bathroom remodel in our home. Mike was not the cheapest bid, but I was impressed with the way he surveyed the job, his knowledge and professionalism regarding the details that I wanted included in the work. In...
- Rex N.
Showed up on the day they said. Installed the unit. However, as previously agreed with the guy they sent out to survey the job, they did not have the ability to use the Pex cold water line. They wanted to use a saddle clamp to tap into a copper cold water line. This was not acceptable, so...
- Ginger D.
They cleaned the carpet in the living room, 2 bedrooms, den, stairs, landing, and added Scotch Guard. They were able to remove spots I had worked on several times but they always came back. It has been over a year now and those spots are still gone! I would recommend them and will...
- Sarah B.
I was looking for a company to provide organic lawn care to control weeds in my lawn. I contacted this company and they came out promptly to survey my lawn. We customized a program that I felt comfortable with and they did a nice job providing the services requested. They made sure all gates...
- Lowell J.
When we were looking for a contractor to replace our roof, we got on the internet and googled roofing contractors. deWit Construction was one of three contractors that came up. When I didn't receive an answer on the first contractor I called, I clicked on deWit Construction and within 5...
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Beck Engineering, Inc.
Beck Engineering, Inc.
Beck Engineering, Inc. has established an exceptional reputation in Northwest and Central Iowa by providing civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture and land surveying services for both private and public sectors. We pride ourselves on timely and quality delivery while creating opportunities, building relationships and bettering communities.
Beck Engineering, Inc. has established an exceptional reputation in Northwest and Central Iowa by providing civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture and land surveying services for both private and public sectors. We pride ourselves on timely and quality delivery while creating opportunities, building relationships and bettering communities.
Fowler Consulting LLC
Fowler Consulting LLC
Fowler Consulting LLC is located in Des Moines, Iowa. We provide commercial, subdivision and residential clients with highly accurate and precise land surveys. Additional services include, but are not limited to: • Plats of subdivision • Construction layout • Land title surveys • Plats of surveys • Boundary surveys For more information, please call. We look forward to serving you and providing quality, professional services.
Fowler Consulting LLC is located in Des Moines, Iowa. We provide commercial, subdivision and residential clients with highly accurate and precise land surveys. Additional services include, but are not limited to: • Plats of subdivision • Construction layout • Land title surveys • Plats of surveys • Boundary surveys For more information, please call. We look forward to serving you and providing quality, professional services.
FAQs for land surveying projects in Altoona, IA
Land surveying can help give clear guidance on your property boundaries for numerous situations. And in some cases, having your land surveyed is a requirement. Some common reasons to have your land surveyed include:
Planning for construction projects, like building a fence
Locating utilities, such as plumbing fixtures
Settling property line disputes
Creating subdivisions
Meeting mortgage requirements
Selling your property
Land surveying costs about $530 for the average homeowner. However, your total cost could range anywhere from $200 to $1,000 or more. Factors like the size of your property play a significant role in what you pay, but other things like the survey type and the time of year can also impact the final cost.
For example, if you’re looking for a simple boundary survey, you can expect to pay between $100 and $600. However, if you want a more in-depth survey that depicts the elevations of your hills and trees, you can expect to pay between $500 and $1,200 for a topographic survey.
A few different types of land surveys can help determine certain features and boundaries of your property. These include:
Boundary surveys describe the actual borders of a property. These are generally required when trying to get construction permits issued.
Location surveys provide much of the same information as a boundary survey but also include in-depth information about any improvements made to your property.
Mortgage location surveys are usually required by lenders and title companies before financing or offering an insurance policy.
Site-planning surveys are done before applying for building permits and can be issued before any major home improvements.
Topographic surveys provide a formal map of land elevations. It can also describe the location and size of natural features and any land improvements.
Land survey reports provide a lot of helpful information about your property and land. The exact information provided depends on the type of survey you have done, but common information that they can provide includes:
Location of utility fixtures
Clear boundaries and dimensions of your property
General topography
Land elevation information
Confirmation of easements or encroachments
Land surveys don’t technically expire. They do serve as a point of reference and a snapshot of your property, though, so as soon as you make changes to your property (and even if your neighbor makes certain changes to theirs), your existing land survey becomes inaccurate, and a new one must be done. Even if you don’t make any changes to your property, many states only guarantee the accuracy of a land survey for five to ten years.
The Altoona, IA homeowners’ guide to land surveying services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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Discover site preparation cost estimates, including average prices, cost factors, and tips to help homeowners budget for their next project.
A land survey can determine your property’s borders and settle property disputes. Learn how much a land survey costs and what can affect the price.
Just bought a plot of land and need to get it build-ready? Learn how much it costs to clear land to gauge your initial budget before you break ground.
Wondering whether you need a land survey or a plot plan? Learn about the differences between the two, when to do each, and what information they provide.
If you've just been told that you need a land survey to continue your project, what time of land survey do you really need? Here are eight main options.
Land surveys provide an accurate record of your property. Learn how long a land survey is good for and when you should have your property resurveyed.