What Is a Land Survey, and Do You Need One?
A land survey is a professional service that determines the precise boundaries, features, and legal description of a piece of property. Whether you're buying a home, installing a fence, or planning construction, understanding your property's exact boundaries is crucial.
What Does a Land Survey Include?
A professional land survey provides you with a detailed map showing your property's exact boundaries, the location of structures (like your home, garage, or fences), easements, and other important features. The surveyor uses advanced GPS/GNSS technology and historical records to establish these boundaries with centimeter-level accuracy.
When Do You Need a Land Survey?
You'll likely need a land survey if you're:
- Buying or selling property: Many lenders and title companies require a survey
- Installing a fence: To ensure you're building on your property and not your neighbor's
- Planning construction: To comply with building codes and setback requirements
- Resolving boundary disputes: To get definitive legal documentation of property lines
- Refinancing: Some lenders require an updated survey
- Obtaining flood insurance: An elevation certificate may be required
Types of Land Surveys
Different situations call for different types of surveys:
- Boundary Survey: Establishes property lines and corners
- Title Survey (Mortgage Survey): Used in real estate transactions
- Topographic Survey: Maps land features and elevation changes
- ALTA/NSPS Survey: Comprehensive commercial property survey
- Elevation Certificate: Required for flood insurance
- Construction Survey: Guides building placement and layout
How Long Does a Survey Take?
At Compass 360 Surveying, we guarantee a 15-business day turnaround from accepted quote to finished survey. While other surveyors may be booked for weeks or months, we're ready to help you move forward with your project quickly.
Get Started
If you're unsure whether you need a survey or what type is right for your situation, give us a call at 614-205-0721. We can usually provide a quote within 24 hours and answer any questions about the surveying process. Serving all of Ohio with fast, accurate, and reliable land surveying services.