There are a variety of myths floating around about when it’s a worthwhile investment to hire a land surveyor. By becoming aware of these myths, you’ll be able to determine when it’s necessary to have your land surveyed. Here are three myths about land surveying that are false. 

Land Surveying Myths You Should Be Aware of

1. You Can Rely on the Old Land Survey

If you discover a land survey from decades earlier, you could assume that it’s accurate about where your property line ends and where your neighbor’s begins. However, land surveying technology has improved significantly and today’s surveys are far more accurate than they once were. If you’re in a property dispute, you should schedule a land survey with a professional surveyor.

2. The Fence Is the Property Line

Since fences are often installed to mark property lines, it’s often assumed that their position indicates an official boundary. Fences are built where the landowner believes the boundaries to be. However, they could be wrong about the where the line should be. The only way to determine the exact boundaries of your land is by working with a qualified surveyor. 

3. It’s Easy to Save Money By Winging it

You could begin a building project without scheduling a land survey. But by doing so, you’re putting yourself at risk. If your fence, for example, extends over the official boundary line by even a foot, your neighbor could sue you. Save yourself time and money by scheduling a land survey before you run into problems.

Are you looking for a reliable land surveyor? Contact Mid-Penn Engineering in Union County, PA. Locally-owned for more than 50 years, their surveyors have a track record of providing meticulous land surveying services. They provide aerial imaging to ensure that their surveying is accurate. Visit their website to learn more about their services, or call (570) 524-2214 to speak with a member of their staff.