Surveyor for Fence Installation: Avoid Property Line Disputes
Building a fence sounds simple. Many homeowners picture picking a style, calling a contractor, and installing it along the edge of the yard. However, things often become complicated once the project starts. A fence that sits even a few inches over the property line can cause serious problems with neighbors. Recently, stories about neighbor disputes […]
ALTA Land Survey Certification: Who Should Be Named?
When you order an ALTA land survey, you expect clear boundaries, mapped easements, and solid documentation. However, right before closing, another question often appears: “Who needs to be named in the certification?” At first, this sounds small. Yet this single detail can delay funding, require revisions, and create stress during closing week. So let’s break […]
Cadastral Surveyor: When Storms Erase Property Lines
When the recent tornado hit St. Louis, it changed many neighborhoods in minutes. Roofs flew off. Trees snapped. Fences landed in the street. However, the storm did more than cause visible damage. It also erased important landmarks. Many homeowners stepped outside and felt unsure. The fence that marked the yard was gone. The metal corner […]