What Land Surveyors Can Do
Applying the modern digital tools of technology to the respected ancient art of land surveying, the land surveyor creates maps and reports of property information for the use of property buyers, sellers, developers and insurers, government agencies, finance companies, and others. From basic boundary surveys that set the corners of a lot to advanced services consisting of intensive field work and data assessment, land surveyors apply a range of tools to do the work of determining the parameters and details of property.
How They Do It
Everything from physical marking of property corners to analyzing GPS data comes within the scope of a land surveyor's tasks in assessing a property. In the archives the surveyor may need to research legal descriptions, easements, and other matters of record that impact on the property at issue. The types of surveys available include boundary line, topographical, as-built, construction surveys, and many more. The reports available vary in detail and scope depending on the needs of the client and the project. Using a blend of physical observation, record review, and consultation with other professionals, the land surveyor creates a graphic representation of the property for all interested parties to reference.