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James M. Overfelt, R.L.S.

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James M. Overfelt, R.L.S.

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22 years of experience

James is licensed to practice land surveying in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio and Alabama. We are a service based company, so we know that our reputation and future work is based upon the positive experience you have with our firm. Our mission is to first gain your trust so you would utilize us for future survey projects and second is that you would refer us to other family members, friends or business colleagues that are seeking survey related work.

James is licensed to practice land surveying in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio and Alabama. We are a service based company, so we know that our reputation and future work is based upon the positive experience you have with our firm. Our mission is to first gain your trust so you would utilize us for future survey projects and second is that you would refer us to other family members, friends or business colleagues that are seeking survey related work.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Surveys completed by licensed surveyors can be recorded with a local surveying records office, and in most cases, they will be. Filing survey reports categorize them as legal documents, and they can be used whenever legal documentation of your property’s boundaries is needed. While you’re not required to file survey documents, it’s a good idea to do so. 

If you or your mortgage lender think your land survey needs to be more accurate, double-check the survey report and get at least a second opinion from the original surveyor and an inspector, if possible. Although it’s unlikely, even reputable surveying companies can make mistakes. An inaccurate survey can cause problems down the road in the case of any property line disputes, so it’s best to resolve any inaccuracies as quickly as possible.

Detailed mapping of elevation changes and natural features on the property.

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.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

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