How do you calculate real estate development costs?

• <div><p>You should always calculate real estate development costs on a case-by-case basis, so there’s no specific formula to estimate your total. You should speak with a local construction manager to see what you’ll need to do in terms of clearing and leveling the land, connecting utilities, and pulling permits for construction. A professional will be able to get you an accurate estimate for land development. </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: How do well drillers know where to drill?

• <div><p>Professional well contractors may use electromagnetic mapping to look for places with a high likelihood of water. Water access can vary significantly, even on the same property, so it can be difficult to know where to drill if you don&rsquo;t have specialized tools to look for water.</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: How much does land surveying cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-land-survey-cost.htm">Land surveying costs</a> about <b>$530</b> for the average homeowner. However, your total cost could range anywhere from <b>$200 to $1,000</b> 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. </p><p>For example, if you&rsquo;re looking for a simple boundary survey, you can expect to pay between <b>$100 and $600</b>. 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. </p></div>

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Brent and his guys were the best! I am exceedingly happy I selected them to replace my septic tank. This was a major project for me that had the potential to delay the sale of our home. Brent & company came in with the knowledge, equipment and skills that were required to complete the job...
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Great experience. Remodeled 2 bathrooms and while he was here we hired him to replace our back steps and landing with trex decking and he did a great job with that too. I highly recommend. Weâ ve had a lot of work done this year with a variety of companies and he was by far the best!
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Reviewed in May 2017
Was told on the phone the company does not normally do residential work although their website says otherwise. Was asked to leave contact information so they could get back to me to arrange a survey. Never heard from them again.
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Steve Wall and Real Dry Waterproofing were fantastic! Steve came out and checked over my basement very soon after I called him and started working soon after that. Steve is a very nice person. He explained in detail what the problem was and how he and his crew would fix it. They did a great job....
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Reviewed in January 2017
received survey quickly and very pleased
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Reviewed in November 2015
They surveyed my roof in early September and after calling many times, they sent a proposal in late October. After that I called many times and the office manager said that the work will get done in late November but when late November came, they said that they will not be able to do it...
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Reviewed in March 2014
One of Braman's wildlife specialists - Bill - came out for an initial consultation and to survey the problem. He was friendly, assessed the situation, and told me what to expect. He was back daily over the next week setting Havahart traps in the attic and on a ledge near the roofline where...
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Reviewed in February 2013
Called the Service... The owner appeared at the time promised, surveyed a situation of a freezer not cooling. He suggested a remedy which might not have worked, but he thought worth the try. He infused the freezer with new refrigerant, and the appliance has been working well since. Knock on...
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Reviewed in February 2012
I requested Mr. Somers survey the left side of my property to determine the property line so I could have a vinyl fence put up. He came to look at the property and gave me an estimate of $300.00 which was less than half of the lowest estimate I received from 3 other surveyors. He arrived on the...
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