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When purchasing a new home or considering land to build on, complete a property survey before moving forward with any big decision. This type of survey will help you eliminate any hidden surprises regarding land boundaries and discrepancies. Below are the basic facts to understanding property surveys.

What Is a Property Survey?

Legal Research

A property survey constitutes a well-researched report of your property and land. Your surveyor will research the legal history of your property’s deed and title to make sure there aren't any legal claims, or liens, on the land that could cause future issues.

Fieldwork

The surveyor will come out to inspect and create a sketch of your property. This will help determine boundaries of the land and exact locations of its buildings, such as your home, garage, and storage shed.

They will note how far away the neighbors’ houses are and where any fences, trees, or swimming pools lie. In addition to providing you with this information, the surveyor often includes notes on how to further improve your land.

Why Do I Need One?

Legal Importance

property surveyIf you’re thinking of purchasing a new home, you’ll find that mortgage companies require a property survey before approving a loan. This research will provide you and the mortgage company with the verification that no one else has a legal claim to your home or the land it’s on. 

Boundary Complications

Your new report will give you confirmation that your home and yard reside inside the correctly cited boundaries. You don’t want to find out later that your new swimming pool crosses onto your neighbor’s property.

Boundaries can also change, as do the rules on how much space you need between your property and the street. A survey will inform you if your land still complies with the city’s border regulations.

Personal Involvement

It would be beneficial to tag along for the property survey. You’ll be able to learn firsthand where any discrepancies lie and ask any questions you might have regarding the land. This will give you a firmer understanding of the report and land you’re interested in buying.

 

Have Berling Engineering survey your next property purchase in Covington, KY. In addition to residential lot, boundary, and topographic surveys, they offer right-of-way and GIS (geographic information system) mapping services to clients across Northern Kentucky. To get information on regulations and permits for land use, or to view examples of successful projects, visit them online or call (859) 331-9191 to schedule a consultation.

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