Will I need permits to build a home?

• <div>Yes, new home construction will always require <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-i-really-need-building-permit.htm">building permits</a>, no matter where you live. In most cases, you’ll need a general construction permit, along with plumbing and electrical permits for the utility lines in your home. Depending on where you live, you’ll likely find that you also need permits for things like connection to a sewage system or installing exterior components, like decks, driveways, patios, and curb cutouts. Leave navigating the permits required for new home construction to a professional to ensure your home is built legally and safely.</div>

How do I hire a land surveyor?

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

Why should I have my land surveyed?

• <div>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:<ul><li>Planning for construction projects, like building a fence</li><li>Locating utilities, such as plumbing fixtures</li><li>Settling property line disputes </li><li>Creating subdivisions </li><li>Meeting mortgage requirements</li><li>Selling your property</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in March 2025
Great crew, friendly and knowledgeable, will definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone needing help with siding projects. Thanks guys!
GMART, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
I had a boundary survey done. They were very professional and thorough.
Polena Engineering, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Luis and team were great. Pricing was fair and their work was efficient. We had a large mulberry tree land on our garage in close proximity to two neighbors' structures and landscaping. They were careful and thorough! Will have no qualms engaging again if needed.
ASR Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2019
Jonathan Jacobs and his assistant did a very thorough job on our survey. I highly recommend this company. Really nice guys too!
Jacobs Surveying & Engineering, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2016
Very thorough, very professional. His survey of my property was reviewed by a Judge in court and was found to be accurate. I am very happy with Georges work, and would recommend him again.
Barrett Land Surveying
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Reviewed in June 2016
Barb did a thorough and outstanding job, not only with clarifying our property dimensions, but also with solving a survey discrepancy caused by a new neighbor's survey. In fact, the neighbor's survey was inaccurate and the survey prior to that had a mathematical error which our new...
Murry & Moody, LTD
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Reviewed in June 2016
We called to arrange for someone to come to our house to get an estimate. The lady we spoke to originally said that they would come and provide an estimate, but after discussing it with a manager, they would only provide a take it or leave it estimate over the phone, based on looking at a...
Mosquito Squad of Chicago
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Reviewed in December 2013
My old garage was falling down and I needed it replaced ASAP. I contacted Danley's Garage after finding them on the internet and filling out their on-line questionnaire. I received a call that very day and was able to meet with them the next day on July 3rd. The only part of the process that...
Danley's Garage World
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Reviewed in November 2011
Aces removed and hauled all old timber and designed replacement retaining walls, steps and landing at top of steps. The steps were about 32 by 32 inches and there were buffed stones inlaid in the middle. The landing also had inlaid buffed stones. The timbers were held by...
Aces Landscape & Design
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Polena Engineering, LLC

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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"We had an excellent experience with this company and highly recommend them. They were responsive to our need of a boundary survey done in a timely fashion within 3 weeks. The land surveyor was very professional, extremely thorough in his work and was willing to answer all our questions. We were pleased that he was willing to come back to place additional boundary markers. Heather in the office was also a pleasure to work with in addressing our questions and sending us our Plat of Survey documents. Thank you for the great service!"

Response time1 day

Response rate99%

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Jacobs Surveying & Engineering, Inc.

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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great communication, text emails and phone. We always knew where our flood survey stood. Very professional and a great person."

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Top notch land surveyor. James and Kolton are the dynamic duo. I ended up with some very nice drawings of my property, as it is today and well marked boarders that can be easily found. Highest quality work ethic and very nice people to deal with."

Response time2 days

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Barrett Land Surveying

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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

"Knowledgeable. Easy to work with."

Response time1 day

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Survey Systems Of America, Inc.

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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

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At Survey Systems Of America, Inc. we are your premier source for land surveying. Since Survey Systems Of America, Inc. came about, our company has offered the finest in craftsmanship and quality. For the best of the best call today for your next project.

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"very professional, friendly outgoing and cx really injoyed"

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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Yes, new home construction will always require building permits, no matter where you live. In most cases, you’ll need a general construction permit, along with plumbing and electrical permits for the utility lines in your home. Depending on where you live, you’ll likely find that you also need permits for things like connection to a sewage system or installing exterior components, like decks, driveways, patios, and curb cutouts. Leave navigating the permits required for new home construction to a professional to ensure your home is built legally and safely.

Pros will assess your soil type, property geography, and rain patterns for optimal slope.

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

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

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

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