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Why Do I Need a Land Surveyor?

Professional land surveying services may be required for commercial, municipal, or highway purposes. For many of us, however, the home is the single most important investment of our lives. From the initial purchase through every improvement to the final sale, the survey is the science that defines the location of the rights, the features and the boundary of the real property. Surprisingly, some home owners are very casual about their purchase. In the commotion of the closing, some parties put off the review of the deeds, plans, leases, and easements and other documents for another day. Perhaps they feel they have a good enough idea of the realtor, the closing attorney, the prior owner or their new neighbors. Some neighbors may know more about their home theatre than they know about the facts of real estate.

Whether it is putting up the swing-set, re-paving the driveway or an in-law apartment, locating the boundary, improvements, and topography are critical. A fence, a tool shed, a swimming pool and landscaping are all improvements that would recommend a lot stakeout. An addition, a barn, or a garage are improvements that will require a survey plan for approval from the town zoning official, the building department and possibly other state and local authorities. Knowing the information a Registered Professional Land Surveyor can provide can be a very wise and economical alternative to learning it in the fallout from a violation, an encroachment, a liability claim or a boundary dispute culminating in court.

Any surveying documents you accumulate should be kept in a safe place. Having a survey and a relationship with a Professional Land Surveyor adds value to your property. Land Surveying results are permanent and geographically. A well-documented boundary with an expert that has some experience in the area and knows the history is a valuable asset. SurveySearch.net can help you find a Licensed Land Surveyor who may already have experience, knowledge, and history in your immediate area.

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