Land Surveying is the determination of Land Boundaries or corners. This is done through use of historical records and evidence found around the site. Land Surveying is also mapping the features of the land (i.e. the Elevations, slopes, watercourses and improved areas. This is often done for private development and public-government projects.

• Retracement Survey - Not limited to size of property this service finds or will re-establish corners of existing properties.

• Flood Elevation Certificates - The certificate is used by the National Flood Insurance Program to assess the risk of flooding for your property. If your home is in a high-risk area this may be necessary. The certificate will include the property location and relative flood zone and type of construction of the building and elevations of the buildings and pertinent features of the building and property. The owner or representative of the building will have to be present for this work.

• Subdivisions/Parcels - Creating parcels and/or subdivisions involves dividing a larger piece of Land into smaller configurations

• ALTA/NSPS Surveys - Usually required on Commerical properties and renewable energy projects. This type of survey can show a variety of items. The Boundary of the parcel and the improvements. The lay of the land often referred to Topography can be shown as well along with Utility, Right-of-Way and Easements.

• Topographic/Design Surveys - To assist Design Professionals in future Developments. This surveys typically show the lay of the land, utilities visually observed and other various elements along with the Parcel Boundary. These services can be offered in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Nebraska.

• CREP Easement Surveys - Aids in conservation of Farmland that is potentially at high risk for erosion.

• Estate/Farm/Hunting area Surveys - Will help with the division of land according to estate documents or parceling off Hunting areas with access to local roads.

• Right-of-Way Plats - Road or utilities if needing additional Right-of-Way will survey the area needed and prepare the Plat of the New Right-of-Way

No during the course of many land surveys it is necessary to see the relationship of the one line to adjoining lines. So the most cost efficient is to have all your property lines surveyed at the same time.

Part of the verification process Land surveyors go through is checking to neighboring property lines. This is why an individual might see us “down the street”.

Not all States require a drawing prepared. Illinois does not require a drawing of the survey results unless a new line is created. If no new line is created this is a Retracement survey and no new drawing is needed. So if your request is in Illinois and you are not creating a new line, a request for a drawing must be made.

The time required for a land survey depends on several factors, including the size and complexity of the property, the type of survey being conducted, and the availability of historical records. Most residential surveys can be completed in a few days to a week, while larger or more complex surveys may take longer.

Providing a copy of your property deed, title report, or any previous surveys can help streamline the process. If you have any legal descriptions or records related to your property boundaries, these can also be useful for the surveyor.

Historical records, such as deeds, plats, and past surveys, provide essential information about property boundaries and any changes that may have occurred over time. These records help surveyors ensure accuracy when re-establishing boundaries or preparing new maps.

A land survey may be needed for a variety of reasons, including purchasing or selling property, building a fence or other property improvement, aiding in the resolution boundary disputes, obtaining a flood elevation certificate, or planning for construction or land development. If you're unsure, contact us to discuss your specific situation.

If there’s a disagreement over property boundaries, a professional land survey can or may assist in providing the evidence needed to resolve the issue.