How a Topographic Survey Reveals Hidden Land Risks
Construction projects often start with excitement. A homeowner plans a new house. A developer prepares a new building site. However, the land itself can hold surprises. Sometimes the ground hides problems that only appear once construction begins. Recently, news stories about sudden ground collapses and sinkholes have spread across social media. Roads and parking lots […]
The 10-Year Fence Rule: Why a Lot Survey Matters
Many homeowners believe their property line sits exactly where the fence stands. It feels logical. After all, fences usually mark the edge of a yard. However, the truth can be very different. In Alabama, a fence does not always show the real boundary of your land. In fact, Alabama law includes something many people call […]
Is GPS Technology Finally Changing Property Survey Cost?
If you have called around for a survey lately, you have probably asked the same question many homeowners ask: Why is the property survey cost so high? Now, you might be hearing about new GPS tools that promise faster and more accurate land measurements. So it sounds fair to wonder: If surveyors use better technology, […]