Boundary Survey.
A boundary survey answers the most basic question about a property: where, exactly, are the lines? We research the recorded maps and deeds, locate existing monuments in the field, analyze the evidence and mark the corners, so fences, additions and site plans start from the right place.
Who typically needs this
- Homeowners planning a fence, wall, driveway or addition near a property line
- Buyers and sellers who want certainty about what is included in a sale
- Architects and contractors who need reliable lines before design or construction
- Neighbors resolving a disagreement about where a line falls
Common situations
- You are building close to a property line and the setback matters
- A neighbor's fence, wall or structure may be over the line
- The deed, the fence and the old survey all seem to disagree
- A lender, city or HOA has asked for a current boundary survey
What KEG does
- 01Research recorded maps, deeds and prior surveys for the property and its neighbors
- 02Locate existing monuments, marks and physical evidence in the field
- 03Analyze the record and the evidence to resolve the boundary
- 04Set and flag corners and line points where needed
What you receive
- Marked corners on the ground
- A boundary map or exhibit of the resolved lines
- Documentation suitable for permits, design or dispute resolution
Most jobs are completed in 1–2 weeks. Scope, schedule and price are confirmed with you before fieldwork begins.
What affects cost
- Parcel size and shape, and how many corners must be set
- Quality of the record: clear recent maps versus old or conflicting deeds
- Terrain, vegetation and access to the corners
- Whether neighboring parcels must also be resolved
What affects timing
- County record research and map availability
- Site access and terrain
- Whether conflicting evidence requires additional analysis
Boundary Survey questions
Can't I just use the fence or the GIS map as the line?
No. Fences are built for convenience and GIS parcel maps are approximations for taxation, not legal boundaries. Only a licensed land surveyor can establish where the recorded boundary actually falls on the ground.
Will you mark the corners so I can see them?
Yes. Corners are set or recovered and flagged in the field so you and your contractor can see exactly where the lines run.
What if the survey shows my neighbor's improvement is over the line?
We document what we find, factually and neutrally. The survey gives you the reliable starting point for whatever you decide to do next, from a conversation to a legal process.