It’s been said before that good fences make for good neighbors. But it’s impossible to build that “good fence” without a good property survey, and First Choice Surveying is here to help. Here are five reasons why you should consider getting your property surveyed, even if you don’t have any immediate plans for your land.

Know What You Own

This is by far the most important reason to get your land surveyed by professionals: it helps you know the full extent of what you own. Just because a fence is in place, does not mean it’s the correct property line. Landscapes and driveways can also be deceiving. The only way to know where your property lies is to conduct a land survey.

Don’t Risk a Re-Build!

There have been many instances where property owners have unfortunately ignored the advice to survey their land before building, and as a result, built too close to the property that isn’t their own. If you don’t obtain a land survey before you add on that new addition or build that fence, you could be risking a rebuild. To be extra careful, get county approvals, that are based on a land survey so that you can build within the correct area. Don’t waste your time and hard-earned money – get a professional land survey. Only a survey can show you what you own.

Know Where Your Lines Are

Do you know where your water pipes and other utilities are? If not, then building or installing anything on your property, be it a new pool or even fiber optic cables become a risky enterprise. The last thing you want to do is dig where you shouldn’t by accident and cut power to your house for days or even weeks at a time. A professional survey can help you to identify where these potential pain points are – and avoid them.

Confirm What You’re Buying

A professional land survey allows you to confirm what you’re buying before you buy it. In the state of Florida, it is the buyer’s responsibility to obtain a land survey. This enables you to stay confident that you’re getting what you’ve paid for and avoid any unpleasant surprises down the road.

Confirm That Any Improvements Are in Line with Local Ordinances

Local laws and ordinances can have an enormous influence on what property owners are allowed to build, and where, as it relates to distance from easements in Florida. When you get your property professionally surveyed, you can be assured that the improvements you plan on making are in line with the law.

Now that you know the importance of getting your property surveyed, contact First Choice Surveying today to get a land survey for your property! You can order a survey from our website here. If you have any questions about your order or need to discuss your unique surveying needs, you can contact our office by email at orders@firstchoicesurveying.com or over the phone at 407-951-3425.

We look forward to helping you with your property needs!

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