What should I consider when planning land survey costs?

• <div><p>When planning for land survey costs, you should consider the following elements as major contributors to the overall cost:</p><ul><li><p>Size of your property in terms of acres or square feet</p></li><li><p>Complexity of the terrain in terms of hills, elevation changes, rocks, water, and other features</p></li><li><p>Type of survey you need (boundary survey, topographic survey, or a combination of survey types)</p></li><li><p>Distance traveled for the professional surveyor </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Do you measure from 0 or 1 on a measuring tape?

• <div><p>Measure from zero on a measuring tape by placing the metal hook right up against the edge of what you need to measure. You can also latch the hook onto an open edge—of, say, a table—to accurately measure as well. If you begin at the 1-inch mark, you'll need to subtract an inch from your total.</p></div>

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Q: How hard is it to buy a house for the first time?

• <div><p>Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: What does a land surveyor look for?

• <div><p>Depending on the type of land survey, the report will mark the boundaries of your property, the topographical changes of the landscape, as well as major natural and added structures to the plot. A more detailed survey, like an as-built survey, will note the measurements of the structures and landscape following major construction. A topographic survey will also help your contractor determine the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/site-development-costs.htm">cost of land development projects</a>.</p></div>

Q: How do you tell if a tree is a historic landmark?

• <div><p>This is fairly rare, but sometimes the local government or a group like a historical society will label a tree as a landmark, or historical item. These designations almost always come with a small, on-site plaque for identification, but you should also be able to look up protected trees in your area on a city website or similar list. If the tree in question is a landmark, call your local government and ask how to proceed before making any plans.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2021
Wow! Paul and his team did an excellent job. We should have done this sooner! Expanding the landing, pouring new stairs for the front, and creating a curved walkway completely transformed the look of our house. The crew was professional and friendly. The price was very reasonable. Highly...
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Reviewed in May 2020
At first it was great. We had water sitting right by the door and the pavers never dried out after the rain. The landing was never sealed by the door so it ran under the wood floor which buckled. I have an email chain showing I have contacted Dave almost yearly with multiple problems. Now the...
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Reviewed in November 2019
The Maryland Pickers responded very quickly to a request, came to survey the job quickly, and got everything removed and cleaned up within a week. The price was fantastic. I would absolutely use them again if I need more junk removed or hauling services.
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Reviewed in May 2018
We've worked with Tony for many years at our previous home, and then again in Arnold. He's my favorite contractor by far!! Friendly, professional and wonderful workmanship. Most recently Tony adjusted and repaired the railing on our upstairs landing. In the past, he did great work finishing a...
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Reviewed in June 2015
The foundation was completely rebuilt, new acetylated pine floor installed, new framing and super screen "screen-eze" system installed. He also added and masterfully installed ledge, a thick cedar screen door, repainted the back wall, removed ALL debris, built a front landing with one step down...
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Reviewed in September 2013
The installation went very smoothly. The old carpet and padding was removed and all of the old tack strips. The crew of 3 headed by Mario installed the upstairs hall and landing and all the stairs from the foyer to the 2nd floor. They took great care not to damage the freshly painted walls and...
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Reviewed in October 2012
Terrible,Good,Then terrible than Good, In a very short story the first bad thing that happened to us is when they tried to get more money after the contract was signed and a deposit was given, then they miss measured and had to build the stair landing twice,they tried given me a full step then a...
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Reviewed in September 2008
Glen contacted me quickly and explained the survey process very thoroughly. Their price was more reasonable than others that I had talked with. They came to my home when they said they would and surveyed the property and marked our boundaries very well. I was very pleased with the results. ...
Advanced Surveys, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2007
Slow to set up site survey ($35) then they showed up a little late for the actual work but were done within 3 hours. I inspected work upon arriving home and found that although the sides had been caulked, there were several 1/4 gaps along the outside and inside of the door frame running approx 1...
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