Frequently Asked Questions
Will I ever need a survey?
Anybody buying real estate should have the property surveyed.
Surveys assist the owners or sellers and title companies in
determining title problems with the property. Surveys are also
used to help divide up property, like when a family member dies
and leaves their property to all their kids. Surveys determine
the legal boundaries of a tract of land.
How much do they cost?
The cost for a job is done on an individual basis and can range
anywhere from a few hundred dollars to thousands based on the
extent of the job. Each party interested in hiring Frontier
Surveying Company receives a written proposal with the price
range and estimated amount of time necessary to complete the
job.
Can anybody do a survey?
For a survey to be valid, it must contain the signature and
seal of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor for that state.
Each state has its own registration process and set of standards.
How do I know if my property has been surveyed lately?
You can ask the previous owners, or if it is a family tract,
ask any elderly relatives. Property can change hands several
times over several years and never be resurveyed. A copy of
the survey may be kept on record at the County Courthouse,
but it is not required.
What do I do if I think my neighbor is encroaching on my land or vise versa?
You should have the property surveyed to verify your assumption.
If it is the case, then there are different legal routes to
solve the issue. You should contact an attorney to clear up
the issue.
How do I become a surveyor?
There is new legislation requiring a 4-year degree in a surveying-related
field to even be eligible for a license. The only school in
Texas that offers a degree in Geomatics (surveying) is Texas
A&M University-Corpus Christi. You also have to take two
tests, one to become an SIT, and one to become an RPLS.