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>

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

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a permit to clear land?

• <div><p>Permit requirements to clear land vary by municipality, so whether or not you need permits depends on where you live and what you&rsquo;re removing from the land. Some building departments will require permits for any underground work or excavation, meaning grinding down tree stumps on your property would require permits. Others mandate individual permits for each tree you remove. You can contact your local building department or a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/land-clearing-services/">land-clearing specialist near you</a> to see if permits are necessary for your job.</p></div>

Q: Can you build on undeveloped land?

• <div><p>You can&rsquo;t build on undeveloped land without preparing it for construction, which involves running utilities to the site or accounting for private utilities like wells and septic systems and grading and compacting the soil for safe construction. Once you prepare the land, you can build on it as long as the project abides by local zoning regulations.</p></div>

Q: Who do I call before I dig in my yard?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re planning to dig on your property, you&rsquo;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&rsquo;t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues. </p></div>

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Mass Force Land Clearing & Timber Management did an outstanding job on my property. From the very beginning, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. They handled everything from brush removal to timber management with real skill and attention to detail. They arrived...
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Reviewed in September 2023
I did not think people in business existed like this company anymore. Seriously, could not have asked for a better experience. I have now hired them for another job because of thier excellence in the first job. Bravo. Outstanding people, exceptional work, very competitive pricing . I normally do...
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Reviewed in August 2021
Badger Tree Service was perfect, thatÃ¢Â Â s the best way I can put it. I requested service on a Friday I believe, by Saturday Geoff had called me about my issue, that day he was out to do a site survey and by Sunday I no longer had the problematic tree. Service was great, price was fair,...
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Reviewed in March 2019
They were hired after Hurricane Flo to repair damages from the storm,did shoddy work,over priced,showed up when they wanted,did'nt do what we the homeowner wanted did what they wanted.The hardwood floor they laid was buckling after a couple of days,would'nt repair or fix problem,we wanted a...
D&J Painting
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Reviewed in February 2018
They took the time to do a site survey & come up with a simple solution as to how to remove the old hot tub and then install the new one. From the time all the equipment arrived until all were ready to depart was 1 hour, they did a great job. They also were very responsive to my questions after...
Ocean Blue Pools & Spas of NC
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Reviewed in June 2015
We had a water leak in our summer home that went undetected for some time. The damage included The hardwood floors in one bedroom and the entire open living area of our home. We found Williams Flooring on Angie's List and included them in the 4 local businesses that we visited. William was...
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Reviewed in July 2014
Well, we hate to gush, but this company and its people are fabulous. Charles McLain, the owner, returned my call and set up an appointment for estimates immediately. He was very helpful in suggesting ways to approach certain tasks and had the estimate ready before he left. Not only did he...
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Reviewed in May 2013
Too many questions in this survey.
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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

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.

Permit requirements to clear land vary by municipality, so whether or not you need permits depends on where you live and what you’re removing from the land. Some building departments will require permits for any underground work or excavation, meaning grinding down tree stumps on your property would require permits. Others mandate individual permits for each tree you remove. You can contact your local building department or a land-clearing specialist near you to see if permits are necessary for your job.

When planning for land survey costs, you should consider the following elements as major contributors to the overall cost:

Size of your property in terms of acres or square feet
Complexity of the terrain in terms of hills, elevation changes, rocks, water, and other features
Type of survey you need (boundary survey, topographic survey, or a combination of survey types)
Distance traveled for the professional surveyor

You can’t build on undeveloped land without preparing it for construction, which involves running utilities to the site or accounting for private utilities like wells and septic systems and grading and compacting the soil for safe construction. Once you prepare the land, you can build on it as long as the project abides by local zoning regulations.

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.

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The Surf City, NC homeowners’ guide to land surveying services

How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2026 Data]

How Much Does It Cost to Clear Land? [2025 Data]

Land Survey vs. Boundary Survey: What’s the Difference?

Who Pays for a Land Survey: Buyer or Seller?

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