Real Estate Survey FAQs

As trusted land surveyors, we handle all types of surveying work, including real estate and title surveying. Let's check out some frequently asked questions about real estate surveys.

Is a Survey Necessary When Buying a House?

A survey when buying a new home is not required by law, unless it is a closing on a vacant piece of land. In which case, it might be. However, when buying a new home, a survey should be high on the list before closing. Especially if you are looking to expand certain areas of the home after buying the home, such as fencing or a secondary structure. A proper survey will give you the confidence in your property's boundary, so you can begin construction without unknowingly infringing on someone else's land.

Even if you are not planning on building anything, a survey is still a smart decision. It can uncover right-of-ways, easements, and areas where it might be easy to encroach on your neighbors' property. A professional survey will show you exactly what you are responsible for and what you are not. And if the home survey includes a title search, then it can also reveal any discrepancies with the land's ownership before buying the home. Making the home purchase a smarter purchase. We provide surveys for new home buyers that will get to the bottom of any property.

Is It Worth Getting a Survey When Buying a Home?

Getting a survey for a home purchase is an extra expense on an already costly decision. However, a professional home survey can actually save you money in the long term, since it can help you be sure of exactly what is yours when it comes to your new home and land. It can also be a helpful measure if you are trying to renegotiate with the home seller, since you will be fully informed on all that is included in your purchase. And use this knowledge to counteract the proposal.

Having a home survey done of the property before buying can also help to avoid any future headaches, since you will have a complete understanding of the parameters of your yard. So you can plan better for improvements you want to make. If you didn't get a home survey and wanted to make updates to your property, then you would need a survey any. Best to get it done as soon as possible and not have to worry about it.

What Does a Property Survey Look Like?

In general, a survey will consist of three parts beginning with research done in advance by us, the surveyor.

1. We will search through the history of the deed in order to see where the property's boundaries have laid over time. We may also do a title search to make sure there are no issues when it comes to who actually owns the land.
2. Once this is complete, we will travel to the property and do the fieldwork. The fieldwork includes various elements, such as sketching out a map of the land, its boundaries, and everything else that is on the property. We will also measure the edges of the property and attempt to determine where the corners sit.
3. After finishing this up, we will provide you with a map of the land surveyed, as well as a written description of the property, street address, and the location of any adjacent properties. The findings of a surveyor are legally binding and can be used as evidence in court to settle disputes if necessary.

How Do I Get a Survey for My Home?

It is simple! Reach out to the professional surveyors of Arek Surveying and we will take care of your surveying needs! Contact us today to learn more.

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It is important to hire a professional when it comes to home surveying. Our principal is an Engineer Geodesist/Surveyor with Master Degree in Geodesy/Surveying and we are fully licensed to work in both New York and New Jersey. A proper, new survey will give you the confidence in your property's boundaries and allow you to have full control of your home. Other common surveys we offer include plot plans, ALTA surveying, and mortgage surveying.