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Boynton & Pickett, LLC

922 East River Road, Suite A
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Boynton & Pickett, LLC

922 East River Road, Suite A
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
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22 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. When you want it done right and on time !

"They are very good, and their customer service and follow through is great!"

Glen L on March 2020

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. When you want it done right and on time !

"They are very good, and their customer service and follow through is great!"

Glen L on March 2020

Cook Land Services

108 Abbott Dr.
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Cook Land Services

108 Abbott Dr.
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34 years of experience

See website www.clssurveying.com Cook Land Services was started in 1991 by David Cook. While most of our work is in Washington and Penobscot counties, we provide surveying services to all of Down East and Central Maine: from Bangor to Calais, Lincoln to Eastport, Machias to Vanceboro. We also travel as far northwest as Moosehead Lake and Jackman.

See website www.clssurveying.com Cook Land Services was started in 1991 by David Cook. While most of our work is in Washington and Penobscot counties, we provide surveying services to all of Down East and Central Maine: from Bangor to Calais, Lincoln to Eastport, Machias to Vanceboro. We also travel as far northwest as Moosehead Lake and Jackman.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

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.

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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.

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