How do I hire a land surveyor?

• <div><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Browse land surveyor service website</p></li><li><p>Check credentials</p></li><li><p>Read customer reviews</p></li><li><p>Find their contact information</p></li><li><p>Call or email to inquire about more information</p></li><li><p>Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away</p></li><li><p>Find out how they charge for their services</p></li><li><p>Ask about schedule and turnaround times</p></li><li><p>Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

What should I consider when I drill a well?

• <div><p>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 <b>100 gallons</b> of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.</p><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: Do surveys have to be recorded?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s boundaries is needed. While you&rsquo;re not required to file survey documents, it&rsquo;s a good idea to do so. </p></div>

Q: What should I do before hiring an excavation company?

• <div><p>Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.</p><p>To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn&rsquo;t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.</p><p>Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.</p></div>

Q: What do land surveys typically include?

• <div><p>Property lines, building locations, and potential encroachments are mapped.</p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

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We bought some land up by Bloomer, WI a couple years ago that had a lot of overgrowth. Pat came in and cleared a lot of brush, including some 12 inch diameter trees. It was awesome how he was able to mulch everything onsite. It looks so much better! Additionally, he saved me $$$ not having to...
Red Cedar Line and Lot Clearing
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Reviewed in April 2021
The communication was awful. They were anxious to schedule and showed up on schedule. There was a miscommunication about who would install it, they could not do the bathroom due to the pedestal sink, my floor outlet is no longer aligned and cannot be used, and the trim near the fireplace is...
Empire Today - Minneapolis
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Reviewed in July 2017
He did the work in two days by himself. He carried 8 ft x 6 ft sections of fence from the front of the property to the back. Dug post holes in an area with tree roots. He leveled the land for the fence by digging and moving dirt. He worked for the full day and did not leave for lunch. He is a...
Inside Out Renovations
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Reviewed in August 2016
We had ICC restoration in our house in June when our sump pump failed and our basement filled with 5-6 inches of water. We have a finished basement that consisted of a family room, 2 bedrooms, large storage area, bathroom and laundry room. I made the call before 8 am and by 9:30 we had a...
ICC Restoration & Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in November 2014
A company representative arrived within a day of my inquiry to survey the work and provide an estimate. Upon the agreed work date the crew arrived promptly and completed the work in a safe and professional manner. The trees look much better now that the dead branches have been removed. The...
Expert Tree Service and Science
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Reviewed in February 2013
In the process of purchasing a property out of state in Cape Coral Florida, I got to that point where we needed to address insurance needs. The reviews for Elaine on AL were positive and I gave her a shot along with another agency to earn my business. Just into the process one agency informed...
Elaine Jennings Insurance
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Reviewed in November 2012
We just moved into a foreclosed house with 10+ acres. The boundaries were unclear, and a previous survey was wrong. Before we could plant trees or fences, we had to know where the boundaries are. Landmark Surveying sent 2 surveyors to find markers and research where the boundaries are. Joel...
Landmark Surveying Inc
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Reviewed in April 2011
Found Ward Plumbing on Angie's List and Maine's list of certified installers for radon systems. Made contact. Sales rep called immediately and set-up onsite appointment. Very knowledgeable rep conducted survey and submitted quote within 2 days. I already had experience with this specific...
Ward Water
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Reviewed in July 2008
I have generally a positive impression of their work, as the unit is working extremely well. Their presentation was first rate, prices competitive, they had good references and had installed a lot of geothermal units. Their workers were courteous, worked efficiently, seemed competent, cleaned up...
Comfort by Design
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Brandon King Land Surveying has been the premier land surveyor for the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota since 2008. We are a family owned and operated business dedicated to providing the most accurate survey data possible. We specialize in land surveying and land-use plans. There are many different projects we can assist you with including parcel splits, certified survey maps, subdivisions/platting, mapping, legal descriptions, construction staking, among many others. Brandon King Land Surveying is a fully registered surveying firm, and we have over 20 years of experience in this field. Call us today for a free initial consultation.

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Providing all types of land surveying services to Western Wisconsin. Providing free estimates.

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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

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

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.

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Property lines, building locations, and potential encroachments are mapped.

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Brandon King Land Surveying

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The Ellsworth, WI 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]

Who Does Land Surveys?

What Is a Property Line and Why Does It Matter?

How Much Does an Elevation Certificate Cost? [2025 Data]

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