What are the different types of land surveys?

• <div>A few different types of land surveys can help determine certain features and boundaries of your property. These include:<ul><li>Boundary surveys describe the actual borders of a property. These are generally required when trying to get construction permits issued. </li><li>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. </li><li>Mortgage location surveys are usually required by lenders and title companies before financing or offering an insurance policy. </li><li>Site-planning surveys are done before applying for building permits and can be issued before any major home improvements. </li><li>Topographic surveys provide a formal map of land elevations. It can also describe the location and size of natural features and any land improvements. </li></ul></div>

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

• <div>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.</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>

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Q: What is the difference between a land survey and a plat?

• <div>A land survey includes the layout of a single property, including precise measurements and to-scale drawings of boundary lines, land improvements, and sometimes other features, like topography and drainage information. A plat map includes the layouts and boundary lines of several adjacent plots and basic structure measurements. Surveys are normally more valuable for homeowners and buyers, and plat maps are for governmental use.</div>

Q: How do well drillers know where to drill?

• <div>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.</div>

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Helitech was quick to respond, survey, and quote my needs. Quick turnaround time to schedule polyjacking my garage floor (was previously a car port with an intentional grade) to level it in preparation for a new garage door. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed in November 2018
Excellent. They got the job done timely. They actually came out to survey the house about the work done. I would definitely recommend them to anybody.
Brian Dawson Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in January 2016
The movers were punctual and professional. They were well aware of what needed to be moved and surveyed the entire property prior to moving anything to ensure no damage was done to the property or furniture. The movers were not equipped with the proper truck but they made do without by...
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Reviewed in July 2014
Edelen was quite responsive. They built both doors for special circumstances: first was a door from garage to sidewalk, and we wanted small, high window to provide light but no visibility from outside into garage; second was back exterior door which went from stair landing to patio. Door did...
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Reviewed in June 2014
I needed a land survey fairly quickly to move forward with other projects. I called Minnick surveying and their quote was competitive and they were very kind. They were able to perform the survey within a few days of the quote. The finished survey was mailed to us promptly and I could continue...
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Reviewed in May 2012
He is really good and professional. He is cheaper than everyone else. He has all the surveys from 100 years ago on file. He marked the boundaries and improvements, so it was a complete survey.
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Our whole neighborhood has been inundated with moles, and they have put a curative measure down to rid us of that problem. Greg, the owner, doesn't come in just to do a job, but figures out why you want it done, how your land handles the problems, and where they are in the yard, so he can take...
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BUYING APPLIANCES WAS THE EASY PART. WHEN MY FRIDGE DIDN'T ARRIVE WHEN EXPECTED, I CALLED AND WAS TOLD IT WASN'T ORDERED. IT WOULD BE 9 MORE DAYS. THE SURVEY REPORT WAS FAXED TO THE SALESMAN, BUT HE DIDN'T CALL. DAYS LATER, I CALLED AND WAS TOLD THE REPORT DIDN'T HAVE WHAT WAS ASKED. THE...
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