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>

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>

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Q: How long does a land survey take?

• <div><p>A land survey can take anywhere from a few hours to a month or more, depending on the size of the property, the type of survey, the property&rsquo;s accessibility and topography, and the availability of historical property records. A simple boundary survey to determine a fence line can be completed in a day while surveying 50 acres of undeveloped woodlands may take weeks or longer.</p></div>

Q: Should I hire a land surveyor before installing a new fence?

• <div><p>It is almost always necessary to <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/land-surveying/">hire a land surveyor near you</a> to ensure your fence sits on the right side of the property line. Mistaking the shape of your property can lead to fines and costly changes if you have to move or adjust the privacy fence&mdash;not to mention some surly looks from your neighbor. We recommend jumpstarting your fence planning in the spring to ensure there is plenty of time to map out your plan before construction season.</p></div>

Q: How often should land surveys be conducted?

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

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Reviewed in September 2021
Tad was very professional as an electrician and offered excellent customer service. As a result thru his my remodel landed much better than I anticipated. And really enjoyed time with Tad. Huge thanks.
ROC Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
We have worked with Shane and Lawn Sculptors for about 15 years at two separate properties. He and his team have always been courteous and professional as well as "getting the job done". We have been extremely pleased with our experience and will continue to call on Lawn Sculptors for our...
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Reviewed in January 2014
This was a tough job because Chad had to match the existing doors, trim, and wall texture. He extended the walls of the stairwell to make a landing at the bottom and enclosed the entire area. He knew the building codes and installed the proper venting for the new enclosure so the furnace would...
Carroll Construction
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Reviewed in October 2013
Very professional. They need to be reminded that cleanup means more than the floors. The overspray and dust lands on the tops of tables, etc. Thank you.
Climate Doctors
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Reviewed in September 2013
When I called Action's office, they told me they were booked out months in advance, so I told them to send someone over that evening and I'd pay the after hours rate to get the problem fixed promptly (there's not shutoff valve to the fridge, otherwise I would have just shut off the water to the...
Action Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
This past saturday we woke up with no cool air and plans of having a full house/backyard for labor day weekend. Called around, checked here on angies lists and found Land M here in piedmont. I called and they were able to get here pretty quickly actually which was a relief as we had decided to...
L & M SERVICE SPECIALIST
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Reviewed in February 2010
Outstanding service. From the time I first went into their showroom, to the several return visits and calls before we finally decided what we wanted, to the company's survey and build, I couldn;t have asked for more. I've heard this company is a bit more expensive than their competitors (don't...
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We provide drafting services for Home owners, Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors. Currently we have two employees and two subcontractors in Architectural design, Engineering and Civil Design.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

A land survey can take anywhere from a few hours to a month or more, depending on the size of the property, the type of survey, the property’s accessibility and topography, and the availability of historical property records. A simple boundary survey to determine a fence line can be completed in a day while surveying 50 acres of undeveloped woodlands may take weeks or longer.

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.

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.

It is almost always necessary to hire a land surveyor near you to ensure your fence sits on the right side of the property line. Mistaking the shape of your property can lead to fines and costly changes if you have to move or adjust the privacy fence—not to mention some surly looks from your neighbor. We recommend jumpstarting your fence planning in the spring to ensure there is plenty of time to map out your plan before construction season.

Before property transactions or major improvements to ensure accuracy.

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