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>

What should I consider when I drill a well?

• <div><p>When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses <b>100 gallons</b> of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.</p><p>Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.</p></div>

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Q: Is it worth it getting a land survey?

• <div><p>Land surveys are worth it in several scenarios including selling your home, building an addition, constructing a fence, or making major changes to your landscape. A professional land survey can help you avoid legal issues with your neighbors and confirm the value of your property. In many cases, you may be required to order a land survey to receive a construction permit or mortgage loan.</p></div>

Q: How often should land surveys be conducted?

• <div><p>Before property transactions or major improvements to ensure accuracy.</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>

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Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
This is a job that began as a deck repair. As they uncovered more issues, they would show us just what they were seeing and explain their concerns. It got to the point where we decided to go for a whole rebuild rather than multiple repairs down the road. The other quotes we got were for a...
NGI Elite Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Beth pro converted my old bathroom with the regular tub to a walk-in shower and it is wonderful. It's beautiful and has everything that I need. I had had two estimates before I saw Bath pro and they were the best price but they were also the best at doing the job because they took two days and...
Bath Pro of Western PA
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Reviewed in May 2017
I called Haven Hardwoods on a Sunday morning. Andrew returned my call on Sunday evening. He showed up on time to survey the work. He emailed the estimated in a few days. We weren't ready to have the work done immediately, so he scheduled it about six weeks out. The workers showed up on time and...
Haven Hardwoods Inc
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Reviewed in April 2017
Not well, waiting on estimate for damages. It's much more reputable for a company to wait for a survey.
Fred's Tree & Lawn Svc
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Reviewed in December 2015
Damon was very personable and made a good first impression when I initially contacted him by phone. He explained he was in a very busy time period with his current workload and asked if I could e-mail him a few pictures of the garage floor. He said he would personally come out to survey the...
DP 7 Day Services Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2015
Really well. Very perceptive to changes. They're great. Initially were looking at building a house from scratch so he helped us look at several lots and see what the land is capable in doing and receptive to and what are the prices.
Sierra Homes
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Reviewed in December 2012
I called Hall's Lawn Service and was rewarded with a prompt return call. I called a few other services and was, pretty much ignored. When Bob's son came for a survey he gave me all the detail I needed to make a decision. When the crew came they finished quickly, and neatly. When they came...
Hall Lawn Care
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Reviewed in November 2011
Mike Normile is an outstanding contractor and I strongly recommend him. The concrete and landscaping work that Mike Normile did here at my home is excellent and has really changed and improved the exterior appearance of my home. He also did extra things free of charge. Everyone who has...
M D NORMILE CONTRACTING
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We offer Architecture, Design and License Engineered Services. We use state of the art design software by Autodesk AutoCAD 2-D and 3-D. AutoCAD 2-D 2012 and Revit 3-D 2012. Sales of Pre-Engineered Steel Buildings from a local family owned company for over 50 years. Design's are based in the International Building Code for the state of PA. - 2009. We work with local building inspectors to minimize delays. We are licensed in the City of Pittsburgh, PA. We offer Design's for the ADA Handicap Rest Rooms for local business. Please call if you have any question's

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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Land surveys are worth it in several scenarios including selling your home, building an addition, constructing a fence, or making major changes to your landscape. A professional land survey can help you avoid legal issues with your neighbors and confirm the value of your property. In many cases, you may be required to order a land survey to receive a construction permit or mortgage loan.

Before property transactions or major improvements to ensure accuracy.

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

When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses 100 gallons of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.

Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.

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 cost of land development projects.

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How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2025 Data]

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

Land Survey vs. Plot Plan: What’s the Difference?

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

Who Pays for a Land Survey: Buyer or Seller?

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The Apollo, PA homeowners’ guide to land surveying services

How Much Does Site Preparation Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost? [2025 Data]

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

Land Survey vs. Plot Plan: What’s the Difference?

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

Who Pays for a Land Survey: Buyer or Seller?

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