A land survey identifies and measures a property’s boundaries, features and existing conditions. Depending on the type of survey, it may show property corners, buildings, improvements, easements, elevations and other important information about the land.

You may need a land survey before buying or selling property, building a home, installing a fence, dividing land or beginning a construction project. A survey provides accurate information that can help you plan properly and avoid costly problems.

A licensed land surveyor researches property records, reviews deeds and plats, examines physical evidence and takes precise measurements in the field. This information is used to determine and document the boundaries or existing conditions of a property.

The cost depends on the type of survey, property size, location, terrain, available records and complexity of the project. Contact Streamline Surveying with your property information to receive an estimate based on your specific needs.

The timeline varies based on the type of survey, property size, site conditions, record availability, weather and current scheduling. After reviewing your project, Streamline Surveying can provide a better idea of the expected timeline.

A land survey can help you understand exactly what you are purchasing. It may identify the property boundaries, access points, visible improvements and other conditions that could affect your use of the property. A lender, title company or closing attorney may also request one.

A survey is often needed before building a house, addition, fence, driveway, pool or other improvement. It helps confirm the property lines and provides accurate information for planning and construction.

Yes. A boundary survey is used to identify the legal boundaries and corners of a property. Existing corner markers may be located and verified, or new markers may be set when appropriate.

No. A land survey focuses on a property’s boundaries, measurements and physical features. An appraisal estimates the property’s value, while a home inspection evaluates the condition of a house and its systems.

Start with the property address or parcel number, the property owner’s name and a brief explanation of why you need the survey. Copies of deeds, plats, title documents or previous surveys may also be helpful.

Streamline Surveying is based in Dothan, Alabama, and provides professional land surveying services throughout Alabama, Florida and Georgia. Contact us with your property location to confirm service availability.

You do not have to figure that out on your own. Tell us about the property and what you are planning, and Streamline Surveying can help determine which surveying service is appropriate for your project.