Boundary Survey

A boundary survey determines the exact legal property lines of your parcel. Whether you are building, installing a fence, purchasing property, or resolving a boundary concern, a boundary survey gives you clear, reliable information about where your property begins and ends.

Unlike online parcel maps, a boundary survey is based on deed research, recorded plats, field measurements, and professional analysis.

When Do You Need a Boundary Survey?

You may need a boundary survey if you are:

Installing a fence or wall
Building an addition, garage, or new structure
Buying or selling property
Addressing a neighbor boundary concern
Locating missing or uncertain property corners

If your project depends on accurate property lines, a boundary survey is the safest first step.

What Is Included in a Boundary Survey?

A typical boundary survey includes:

Research of deeds, plats, and recorded documents
Field measurements using survey-grade equipment
Location or recovery of property corners
A boundary map or survey plat showing property lines
Identification of visible improvements near the boundary

If you need the survey for a permit, lender, or legal matter, let us know so we can tailor the scope accordingly.

Boundary Survey vs. Other Survey Types

Survey Type	Best For	What It Typically Includes	Notes
Boundary Survey	Locating property lines, fencing, additions, dispute support	Record research, boundary determination, corner recovery, boundary map	Best choice when you need legal boundary clarity
ALTA/NSPS Survey	Commercial transactions, lender and title requirements	Boundary plus title review and additional required items	More detailed and comprehensive
Topographic Survey	Engineering, grading, and site design	Elevations, contours, surface features	Focuses on terrain, not just boundary lines
Construction Staking	Layout for building and site work	Field staking based on approved plans	Requires plans and does not replace a boundary survey

Our Process

Project Review

We gather property details and understand your goal.

Records Research

We analyze deeds, plats, and prior surveys.

Field Work

We locate monuments and measure the property.

Boundary Determination

We reconcile record and field evidence.

Deliverables

We provide a clear boundary map and mark corners as needed.

What Affects Cost and Timeline?

Boundary survey pricing depends on:

Property size and terrain
Record complexity and parcel history
Condition or absence of corner monuments
Access limitations and nearby improvements

A straightforward subdivision lot typically requires less time than a parcel with older descriptions or missing monuments.

We work efficiently to meet lender deadlines and insurance renewal timelines.

FAQs

FAQs About Boundary Surveys

Are online property line maps accurate?

Online parcel maps and GIS tools are helpful for general reference, but they are not a legal boundary determination. A boundary survey uses record research, field evidence, and professional analysis to define the boundary.

Will a boundary survey show encroachments?

Often yes. If fences, walls, driveways, sheds, or structures are near the boundary, the survey may depict them relative to the property line to help identify potential encroachments.

Do you mark the whole property line?

It depends on the scope. Many boundary surveys focus on recovering and marking corners, and may include selected boundary points. If you need line staking for a fence or construction, ask for that specifically.

How long does a boundary survey take?

Timeline depends on records, access, monument condition, parcel history, and scheduling. The quickest way to get a reliable timeline is to share the address or parcel number and your intended use.

What do you need from me to get started?

Provide the property address or parcel number, plus your goal (fence, purchase, addition, dispute, etc.). If you have a deed, title documents, or a prior survey, that can help scope the work more efficiently.