Whether you bought land to build on or are constructing an addition to an existing building, a land survey is an important part of the construction process. Land surveyors provide contractors a wealth of valuable information about a piece of land, so your builders can do their jobs properly and avoid any legal or construction issues.

5 Reasons to Hire Land Surveyors

1. Boundary Lines

Determining the location of boundary lines is the most common reason people hire land surveyors. You want to make sure your new sunroom doesn’t push boundary lines, or your new fence is on your property, not your neighbor’s. On top of that, boundary surveys show all conditions imposed by law on your property, including right of way, easements and overlaps with roads, highways or alleyways.

2. Underground Cables?

Above-ground wires and electrical poles are easy to spot, but a surveyor can find and stake the location of underground cables and drains. Construction staking is essential for any building project so your contractor doesn’t accidentally run into a gas line or water pipe.

3. Topography

Even if there are no buildings on your property yet, a land survey will give you the information necessary for building. Your architect will likely ask for a topography survey, and your builder will need to know about the quality of the soil and any elevation changes to lay a foundation. Only a land surveyor can supply this information.

4. Access, Ingress and Egress

Does your property have a way to drive on and off? Your land survey will determine whether there is physical vehicular ingress and egress to an open public street. While this may seem like overkill, it’s important to make sure your land planning meets all legal requirements. A land survey will specify any adequacy requirements for delivery trucks, emergency vehicles or driveways for tenants.

5. Zoning Classification

You may already know if your property is zoned residential, commercial or light industrial. But zoning classifications put legal restrictions on how you can use your land and what you can build on it. Once you have a land survey completed, consult an attorney to check whether your construction plans conform with your zoning classification.

Need a land surveyor for your construction project? Ogletree and Chivers Land Surveyors in Milledgeville, GA, have surveyed land for clients throughout Georgia for over 40 years. They use the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure precise measurements. Call (478) 453-3454 to schedule your appointment and visit their website for more information.