What are the different types of land surveys?

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

Does the seller get to see the survey if a buyer pays for it?

• <div><p>If a buyer pays for a survey, the surveyor they hired will only provide results to them. It’s up to the buyer whether they share the survey results with the seller or not, even if they ultimately walk away from the deal. It’s considered good faith to share the results with the seller, though, especially if you back out of the deal, as the seller can then provide that survey to future interested parties.</p></div>

Get matched with top land surveyors in Sullivans Island, SC

Q: What do the little lines on the tape measure mean?

• <div><p>The small lines on the tape measure either indicate inches, fractions of an inch, or centimeters and millimeters. On the imperial unit side (aka the inches side), the longest lines indicate inches, followed by the next shortest lines that indicate a half-inch, and then the quarter, eighth, and sixteenth-inch. On the metric side, the lines break down meters, centimeters, and millimeters.</p></div>

Q: How long is a land survey good for?

• <div><p>Land surveys don&rsquo;t technically expire. They do serve as a point of reference and a snapshot of your property, though, so as soon as you make changes to your property (and even if your neighbor makes certain changes to theirs), your existing land survey becomes inaccurate, and a new one must be done. Even if you don&rsquo;t make any changes to your property, many states only guarantee the accuracy of a land survey for five to ten years.</p></div>

Q: What type of land survey is the most expensive?

• <div><p>ALTA/ACSM surveys are the most comprehensive type of land survey and, as such, tend to be the most expensive. These surveys have standardized guidelines and reports and are used in many kinds of real estate transactions to ensure consistent and accurate information is available for properties.</p></div>

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your land surveying project in Sullivans Island, SC?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Land Surveying pros in Sullivans Island, SC

*The Angi rating for Land Surveying companies in Sullivans Island, SC is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Land Surveying needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Land Surveying companies in Sullivans Island, SC is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Land Surveying needs.

Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
Well the what you just captured describes how it landed and its not going well.
Salvatore Clean Air Services
Request a quote
Reviewed in September 2024
I had to install a range hood with all new ductwork. Mark came in, surveyed my house, and told me what I should look for in hoods, then he came back and did the install in just a few hours, once the hood arrived. The job was performed perfectly and everything looks great afterwards (almost as if...
Wez's Heating and Air and Handyman Service
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2024
Greedy and unethical company. They quoted me $400 for a site plan for a small parking area at a residential property which was a little expensive but was willing to do so I wouldn't have to go do measurements myself. When I tried to get the site plan done they said they were required to do a...
Ironstone Surveying, Inc.
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2018
Very good experience. The initial survey of our needs was quite thorough and answered all of our questions. We found the price to be reasonable and the quality of the lighting devices was superb. The installation team was professional and did a great job. I was concerned about potential damage...
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2017
Went well. The initial survey was complete and professional. Product applications are done in a timely manner by a polite gentleman.
Coastal Turf
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2016
Outstanding - very professional, punctual and exceeded my expectations in every respect. Jim Thurber is the 'best' if you want your property surveyed.
Thurber Engineering and Land Surveying
Request a quote
Reviewed in July 2015
Tony is very knowledgeable and professional. He came out and surveyed the sprinkler system and then provided a quote for the repairs and improvements we had discussed. All the work was completed quickly with no issues or rework. I am very satisfied and will use this company again in the...
Tony SImmons Irrigation
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2014
I took my land rover in because th a/c wasn't working. They found the problem and ordered the parts. The parts arrived the next day and the job was completed by that same afternoon. Dinkins has always done good work for me and I'm completely satisfied.
DINKINS AUTO SVC
Request a quote
Reviewed in September 2011
The thing I was impressed about, Chris the supervisor, was very considerate and gave me several different options. There wasn't any pressure like I've experienced at other shops. My first experience there I went in to get the car inspected and it had some challenges and they were able to get...
First Landing Auto Care
Request a quote

Get matched with top land surveyors in Sullivans Island, SC

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your land surveying project in Sullivans Island, SC?

Land Surveying

Wood Fence Installation

Tree Removal Service

Verified Reviews for Land Surveying pros in Sullivans Island, SC

Find Land surveyors in Sullivans Island

Dwell Master LLC

Dwell Master LLC

Patriot Surveying and Infrastructure, PLLC

Patriot Surveying and Infrastructure, PLLC

Pro Dirt Excavation

Pro Dirt Excavation

1st Choice Painting and Construction

1st Choice Painting and Construction

Palmetto Outdoors Solutions

Palmetto Outdoors Solutions

RLA Associates , PA

RLA Associates , PA

Nielson & Associates

Nielson & Associates

Parker Land Surveying LLC

Parker Land Surveying LLC

Davis Land Surveying, LLC

Davis Land Surveying, LLC

Land Planning Partners, LLC

Land Planning Partners, LLC

The Sullivans Island, SC 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?

8 Types of Lands Surveys and How They're Used

How Long Is a Land Survey Good For?

Find Land surveying Pros in other cities near youNot finding what you are looking for in Sullivans Island? Check surrounding areas for Land surveyors.

Which Land surveying task are you tackling?Find Sullivans Island Land surveying services on Angi who specialize in any of these tasks