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Our Services
Boundary Survey
Spot Elevation Survey
ALTA Survey
As-Built Survey
Specific Purpose Survey
Tree Location Survey
Elevation Certificate
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Sketch and Description
Municipal Lien Search
HOA Estoppel
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Boundary Survey
A boundary survey will give you a clear picture of your property. It helps you establish or re-establish the boundaries of your property using a legal description. Our experts will locate your property corners to clearly define your property lines.A boundary survey also determines the dimensions, size, and location of your home and any other improvements on your property, such as sheds, fences, and driveways. We'll also highlight the location of any bodies of water on your land, if applicable.
Spot Elevation Survey
This type of survey gathers data on the elevation points of your property, giving you a comprehensive understanding of its terrain features. This data is important for building and construction, land use planning, and environmental impact assessment.
Architects, engineers, and contractors need spot elevation surveys to plan and execute projects effectively. In land use planning, this survey helps identify potential issues and opportunities for optimizing the land, making it an essential tool for land owners, developers, and government agencies. Environmental impact assessments also benefit from topographic surveys, as they provide information on the potential impact of construction or other environmental activities.
A boundary survey completed by our company is required in order to relay the spot elevation information in an understandable matter. Don’t worry if you don’t have a boundary survey with us, we are happy to complete a boundary survey for you in addition to the spot elevation survey.
Architects, engineers, and contractors need spot elevation surveys to plan and execute projects effectively. In land use planning, this survey helps identify potential issues and opportunities for optimizing the land, making it an essential tool for land owners, developers, and government agencies. Environmental impact assessments also benefit from topographic surveys, as they provide information on the potential impact of construction or other environmental activities.
A boundary survey completed by our company is required in order to relay the spot elevation information in an understandable matter. Don’t worry if you don’t have a boundary survey with us, we are happy to complete a boundary survey for you in addition to the spot elevation survey.
ALTA Survey
Generally known as an ALTA Survey, the ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey is usually used on commercial or multi-family properties. It is completed based on the Minimum Standards Detail Requirements set by the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS).
The Minimum Standards Detail Requirements set out the specific details that are required on ALTA Surveys. A thorough Title Commitment review is done to ensure that anything recorded that may affect the property is included on the survey. There are also a set of optional “Table A” items that can also be requested to be on ALTA Surveys.
When requesting an ALTA Survey, be sure to send us the following as we cannot proceed with your request without them.
The Minimum Standards Detail Requirements set out the specific details that are required on ALTA Surveys. A thorough Title Commitment review is done to ensure that anything recorded that may affect the property is included on the survey. There are also a set of optional “Table A” items that can also be requested to be on ALTA Surveys.
When requesting an ALTA Survey, be sure to send us the following as we cannot proceed with your request without them.
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Title Commitment
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Table A Requirements. Do you need the Table A form? Click here to download.
As-Built Survey
An As-Built Survey is a detailed record of the location and layout of improvements as they are built on a property or construction site. During an as-built survey, a professional surveyor will visit the site to take measurements and gather information about the newly constructed or modified features. As-built surveys may be required at various stages of construction to ensure that the work is progressing correctly and to verify that any changes made during the construction process are in compliance with local regulations and site plans.
Specific Purpose Survey
A Specific Purpose Survey is designed to meet a specific requirement or purpose. It is often customized to meet the specific needs of the client to ensure that projects are planned and executed with the necessary information that is not typically covered in a standard survey.
The information obtained from a Specific Purpose Survey can be used for various purposes, including helping property owners and developers make informed decisions about the use and development of the land.
The information obtained from a Specific Purpose Survey can be used for various purposes, including helping property owners and developers make informed decisions about the use and development of the land.
Tree Location Survey
A tree location survey is a comprehensive evaluation of specific trees on a property. It's an in-depth survey that provides important information about the species, location, size, and inventory of the trees in the area. It offers a clear picture of the forested area, allowing for better decision-making regarding its usage, development, or preservation.
This type of survey is often requested by property owners, developers, or government agencies who need a better understanding of the trees on a specific site for design projects or local regulations. Some cities have ordinances in place to protect certain species of trees, and a tree location survey can help ensure compliance with these regulations.
This type of survey is often requested by property owners, developers, or government agencies who need a better understanding of the trees on a specific site for design projects or local regulations. Some cities have ordinances in place to protect certain species of trees, and a tree location survey can help ensure compliance with these regulations.
Elevation Certificate
An elevation certificate is a document needed to obtain flood insurance on a building. It provides information on the building's elevation in relation to the base flood elevation, which determines the flood insurance premium rate. The certificate includes essential information such as the building type, location, lowest point of elevation, flood zone, and more. This information helps insurance companies determine the level of risk associated with the building and provides property owners with the necessary information about flood insurance coverage. Elevation certificates are essential for reducing the risk of damage and financial loss for property owners.
Sketch and Description (SOD)
A sketch of description includes a sketch that illustrates the written description with bearing lines and distances. The description is a written way to describe a piece of property. This is NOT a survey
Municipal Lien Search
A municipal lien search provides a report of any municipal liens that have been filed against a property. A Municipal Lien Search will thoroughly investigate any violations, permits, unrecorded liens, taxes and utilities that are associated with the property. Types of municipal liens are unpaid taxes, assessments, sewer, trash water and electric charges.
HOA Estoppel
An HOA Estoppel is an official document from a Homeowner’s Association that will provide any unpaid HOA Fees owned by the current property owner. These HOA fees could result in the Homeowner’s Association placing a lien against the property if they are not paid. Obtaining information prior to closing will allow any unpaid fees to be paid so the buyer doesn’t have any surprises after closing.
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