Before purchasing vacant land, it is crucial to hire a land surveyor to determine boundaries, easements, and other property issues. Ferguson & Foss Professional Land Surveyors in Johnstown, NY, explain below why you need a land survey of any property you intend to buy. Between them, the named partners have 45 years of industry experience and the expertise to provide comprehensive surveying services, including topographic surveys, subdivision mapping and flood elevation certificates.  

3 Key Reasons To Schedule A Land Survey When Buying Property

It Reveals Easement Locations

A land survey reveals the location of any "easements," or areas where the owner has granted other people a right to pass through or use the land. Common easements include the right of utility companies to erect and maintain poles, wires, and sewage lines, or for a neighbor with no road frontage to construct an access drive that reaches the road through another's property. Whatever the reason for the easement, you need to be aware of it before purchasing a property, since it limits your ability to use the land as you wish.

It Reveals Encroachments

A land surveyor can show you the location of any encroachments, such as a structure, septic tank, water well, or other property that extends entirely or in part onto the land from a neighboring property. These are common on large, irregular-shaped lots, and can cause serious problems. For instance, the encroachment might lower the property value or lead to a legal battle over the encroachment's removal.

It Shows The Exact Property Line

The primary function of a land surveyor is to determine the precise location of the property line, dimensions of the lot, and the location of any buildings or structures within these dimensions. This helps resolve legal issues regarding easements, encroachments, and other property disputes.

Ferguson & Foss Professional Land Surveyors, the most trusted and experienced surveying service in Johnstown, NY, offers the information you need to make a wise investment in land. Visit their website for contact details, or call (518) 762-9997 to speak to a friendly expert about your surveying needs.