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2005 years of experience

Roane Land Surveying is committed to building solid working relationships with architects, engineers, developers, general contractors, title attorneys, financial institutions, and the private landowner. We are a small, local firm motivated to produce the highest quality service for all our clients, regardless of the size and scope of the request. By combining experience, local knowledge and the latest in measurement technology, we can help move your project in the right direction.

Roane Land Surveying is committed to building solid working relationships with architects, engineers, developers, general contractors, title attorneys, financial institutions, and the private landowner. We are a small, local firm motivated to produce the highest quality service for all our clients, regardless of the size and scope of the request. By combining experience, local knowledge and the latest in measurement technology, we can help move your project in the right direction.


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.

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

Measure from zero on a measuring tape by placing the metal hook right up against the edge of what you need to measure. You can also latch the hook onto an open edge—of, say, a table—to accurately measure as well. If you begin at the 1-inch mark, you'll need to subtract an inch from your total.

Costs vary, but you can expect to spend between $1,000 and $4,000 to prepare land for a mobile home or before you build a house. You’ll need to clear enough land for the foundation, which may require leveling or grading, as well as removing trees, stumps, and plants. Don’t forget to plan for permits and fees and the installation of a gas line, water line, and sewer main.

A land survey gives you information about the property boundaries, easements on the plot, dimensions, and, in some cases, topographical information. A land appraisal will often take these figures into account, but the purpose of a land appraisal is to determine the value of the land rather than the physical specifications.

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