Why should I have my land surveyed?

• <div><p>Land surveying can help give clear guidance on your property boundaries for numerous situations. And in some cases, having your land surveyed is a requirement. Some common reasons to have your land surveyed include:</p><ul><li><p>Planning for construction projects, like building a fence</p></li><li><p>Locating utilities, such as plumbing fixtures</p></li><li><p>Settling property line disputes </p></li><li><p>Creating subdivisions </p></li><li><p>Meeting mortgage requirements</p></li><li><p>Selling your property</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How do I hire a land surveyor?

• <div><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Browse land surveyor service website</p></li><li><p>Check credentials</p></li><li><p>Read customer reviews</p></li><li><p>Find their contact information</p></li><li><p>Call or email to inquire about more information</p></li><li><p>Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away</p></li><li><p>Find out how they charge for their services</p></li><li><p>Ask about schedule and turnaround times</p></li><li><p>Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Who does a perc test?

• <div><p>Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-does-perc-tests.htm">professionals you hire if you need a perc test</a>. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails. </p></div>

Get matched with top land surveyors in Amawalk, NY

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: How long does it take for perc test results?

• <div><p>Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It&rsquo;s possible that you&rsquo;ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.</p></div>

There are 5 highly-rated local land surveyors.

Need a pro for your land surveying project in Amawalk, NY?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Land surveyors in Amawalk

Link Land Surveyors PC

5.00(

)

Link Land Surveyors PC

5.00(

)

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Principal of the firm: Roland K. Link, Licensed New York State Land Surveyor ( Reg. # 044228) . Licensed since 1968 and has practiced primarily in the sector of preparing surveys for various municipal and private projects. Partners in the firm: Joseph Link, licensed in 2002, and Erik Link, licensed in 2003 are Licensed New York State Land Surveyors and have been employed since 1991 and 1989, respectively. Joseph also holds licensure in the State of Connecticut. Both are qualified survey project managers / party chiefs and AUTOCAD operators. Steven Klein, survey party chief, Peter Texiera, and Chris Deitz make up the field crew with Edward Mitchell as an Autocad operator who also has experience in the field and fills in when necessary. We also have part-time personnel who are available when necessary and full-time clerical support.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

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.

Land surveying can help give clear guidance on your property boundaries for numerous situations. And in some cases, having your land surveyed is a requirement. Some common reasons to have your land surveyed include:

Planning for construction projects, like building a fence
Locating utilities, such as plumbing fixtures
Settling property line disputes
Creating subdivisions
Meeting mortgage requirements
Selling your property

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:

Browse land surveyor service website
Check credentials
Read customer reviews
Find their contact information
Call or email to inquire about more information
Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away
Find out how they charge for their services
Ask about schedule and turnaround times
Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing

Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the professionals you hire if you need a perc test. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

The Amawalk, NY homeowners’ guide to land surveying services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles

Angi
•
Aug 18, 2025Aug 18, 2025
How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2025 Data]
Discover site preparation cost estimates, including average prices, cost factors, and tips to help homeowners budget for their next project.
Dan Simms
•
Nov 24, 2025Nov 24, 2025
How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2026 Data]
A land survey can determine your property’s borders and settle property disputes. Learn how much a land survey costs and what can affect the price.
Ginny Bartolone
•
Apr 14, 2025Apr 14, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Clear Land? [2025 Data]
Just bought a plot of land and need to get it build-ready? Learn how much it costs to clear land to gauge your initial budget before you break ground.
Dan Simms
•
Oct 20, 2025Oct 20, 2025
Land Survey vs. Boundary Survey: What’s the Difference?
Not sure what kind of property survey you need? Learn about the differences between a land survey vs. a boundary survey to get started.
Dan Simms
•
Nov 19, 2024Nov 19, 2024
Who Pays for a Land Survey: Buyer or Seller?
Real estate transactions often require a survey, but who pays for it? Learn who pays for a land survey in most cases and some exceptions to the norm.
Dan Simms
•
Nov 20, 2024Nov 20, 2024
Land Survey vs. Plot Plan: What’s the Difference?
Wondering whether you need a land survey or a plot plan? Learn about the differences between the two, when to do each, and what information they provide.