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This firm has always attempted to work with the latest technological advances in our industry. We currently utilize two Geodimeter total stations using TDS data collection software. We operate a fully equipped field survey vehicle (4x4) with all standard survey support equipment and supplies (including VHF communications).
Our field computers consist of Casio PDAs and Hewlett-Packard hand-helds. Our office computing capability includes the latest in computer technology for the COGO/CAD workstations running Terramodel, MicroStation, and AutoCad 2000 software. Our plots and final drawings are prepared on an 'E' size ink-jet plotter. The office is fully supported with the latest Office software monitoring all aspects of jobs. Services CSI offers...
How Much Does a Land Surveyor Charge? The surveyor bases the fees for some work upon the time required for him and his staff to complete the job. Fees may also be based upon the extent of liability assumed by the surveyor and may be related to the value of the real property or planned improvements thereon. Some routine survey work can be defined as to cost with a firm price quoted by the surveyor. Some situations include so many unknowns in time required that the surveyor will only "estimate" a fee based upon his schedule of rates. One of the most uncertain factors relating to the cost of a survey is the time required for recovery of various types of monuments. It is important for land owners, contractors, and the general public to be aware that careless treatment and destruction of survey monuments adds greatly to the cost of later survey work. In addition, when there is no evidence of original monuments, no method of mathematics, records research, surveying procedure, court decree, etc. can establish or reestablish a property boundary as it previously existed. The cost of the survey as a percentage of your total investment is small and a reasonable price to pay for peace of mind. Who employs or retains a land surveyor?
If you are selling property... You may have to provide your buyer with an up-to-date Survey of your property in order to:
If you are buying property... You need to know what you're getting. An American Land Title Association (ALTA) Survey made by a licensed surveyor can legally define what you've purchased. Your surveyor will undertake the necessary research, survey the property and prepare a ALTA Survey that will reveal:
If no up-to-date survey exists for the property you wish to buy, you should make it a condition of purchase that one be provided for you. If you are building, adding on or fencing...
You need to protect your investment by making sure you are building on your own property. A miss-located fence, driveway or carport can cause legal problems and extra construction costs. Before you build, let a licensed surveyor determine your property boundaries, replacing missing stakes if necessary. Allowing a surveyor to mark the location of your building on site before construction begins will also ensure that you meet setback requirements and other restrictions enforced by the Municipality in their zoning By-Laws. Failure to comply with zoning By-Laws could result in the loss of a future sale if the purchasers have an up-to-date survey done. Mortgage lenders generally do not advance money until by-law infringements are cleared up. If you are subdividing... A licensed professional surveyor will:
Refinancing or obtaining a mortgage... A mortgage company, whether it be a bank, trust company or others, may require a survey before they will lend money. Why is this a necessity and why are you often asked for an up-to-date survey? Do the lot size, building setbacks, pool and fence locations meet local Zoning By-Laws? The mortgage company will require the survey to protect their investment. They want to be sure that the land and buildings on which they are lending money are as described in the documents which accompany the transaction. They also wish to know that if they have to foreclose there will be no problems in re-selling the property. Sale or purchase of land... Typically your house and land represent your largest assets. If you are contemplating purchasing property, you should know as much as possible about the piece of land in which you are investing. Obtaining a survey may be the most important thing you do before you close the deal on any purchase. Without a survey, you do not know the extent of your property, as only a licensed surveyor can provide you with this information. Without the survey, there is too much you do not know and you are risking both friendly neighbors and your investment. It pays to know the boundaries of your land. A small distance can make a big difference. The erection of a fence can be the source of expensive litigation and ill will between neighbors. Your licensed land surveyor can help you avoid disputes. Your Assurance... In cases of dispute, your surveyor is an expert witness in court and assumes full professional responsibility for the accuracy of your survey. Should you wish us to provide you with a cost estimate for the survey of your property or the property which you are purchasing please CLICK HERE back to top |
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