What should I consider when planning land survey costs?

• <div><p>When planning for land survey costs, you should consider the following elements as major contributors to the overall cost:</p><ul><li><p>Size of your property in terms of acres or square feet</p></li><li><p>Complexity of the terrain in terms of hills, elevation changes, rocks, water, and other features</p></li><li><p>Type of survey you need (boundary survey, topographic survey, or a combination of survey types)</p></li><li><p>Distance traveled for the professional surveyor </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What’s the difference between a land survey and a boundary survey?

• <div><p>A boundary survey measures the boundary lines of the property, only the length of each property line and their locations. A land survey includes a more in-depth measurement of the property, including the heights and depths of the terrain measured by a topographic survey. A boundary survey is typically the most cost-effective method for marking and measuring property lines.</p></div>

Q: How do you build a road on a slope?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.</p></div>

Q: How do pros determine the right slope for my landscape?

• <div><p>Pros will assess your soil type, property geography, and rain patterns for optimal slope.</p></div>

Q: What is involved in a topographic survey?

• <div><p>Detailed mapping of elevation changes and natural features on the property.</p></div>

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Lackey Land Works provided exceptional services for spring lawn clean up, tree trimming, and addressing erosion issues at our home. Eric was responsive, easy to work with, and professional. We couldn't be happier with the work done and the communication throughout the process. I highly...
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Reviewed in June 2023
Larry and his crew did an excellent job repairing and painting our old home. The crew arrived early every day, worked hard and stayed late. The workers were kind, collegial and dedicated to the task. When asked to do additional work, they complied without hesitation. They were efficient without...
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Reviewed in June 2017
Very Professional Company. Prompt with call back an work performed. I would recommend this company for surveying seeking customers.
Richard W. Bell Land Surveying, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2012
Perfect. Apart from the consummate professionalism of the man (whose name escapes me), he also gave information about different modes of carpet shampooing and explained other helpful facts. And he "threw in" a an extra shampoo job on a carpeted landing which we hadn't requested but he kindly did...
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Reviewed in August 2012
Luke and Jesse did a great job estimating and executing this work. They surveyed the yard, estimated the amount of soil and seed required and presented me with an accurate and detailed quote. My wife and I then walked through the quote with them and finalized the details. Their pricing was...
After Hours Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2010
It was an amazing expierence to watch the house being built and take form. From framing to detailed shelving, it came together nicely. Jim worked with my unique tastes, gave feedback, and made suggestions. Nothing I wanted was simple or cookie cutter. The wood we used was from my own land,...
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Zachary Berger Associates provides residential, commercial and institutional landscape design and project administration services throughout northern New England. Our professional services include landscape master plans, environmental permitting services, and ecological designs including habitat restoration for conservation sites in addition to private properties. Landscape design for Vermont, New Hampshire + Maine.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

When planning for land survey costs, you should consider the following elements as major contributors to the overall cost:

Size of your property in terms of acres or square feet
Complexity of the terrain in terms of hills, elevation changes, rocks, water, and other features
Type of survey you need (boundary survey, topographic survey, or a combination of survey types)
Distance traveled for the professional surveyor

A boundary survey measures the boundary lines of the property, only the length of each property line and their locations. A land survey includes a more in-depth measurement of the property, including the heights and depths of the terrain measured by a topographic survey. A boundary survey is typically the most cost-effective method for marking and measuring property lines.

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.

Pros will assess your soil type, property geography, and rain patterns for optimal slope.

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

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