1) How much will my survey cost?
 
Since no two surveys are the same, the cost of any given survey depends on a variety of factors, some of which are: Type of Survey; Legal Description of the property; Terrain, vegetation and time of year; Accessibility (vehicle or by foot); Requirements by lenders and /or Title Companies; Government and/or title company fees; existing monuments.
 
2) Will you tell me where my boundary lines are?
 
In Oregon, as in most states, only a court of law can decide questions of property ownership. I will locate the boundaries of the property on the ground as described in your deed, marking the property corners with physical monuments if none exist, provide a map and document survey results. This map will be filed with the County Surveyor in the county in which the property is located. If conflicts exist, I will explain why and advise on possible remedies. But, only the courts or agreements by the adjoining owners can settle disputes over ownership.
 
3) Will I know if apparent encroachments on the property exist?
 
Typically yes, I will know of the existence of any apparent encroachments as a result of research and the on-site portion of the project. These apparent encroachments will be noted on the survey map.
 
4) Will I know if easements exist on my property? 
 
Easements are not grenerally shown on most property surveys. You should make it clear to me what additional information, such as easements, you would like disclosed by the survey as these will affect the final cost of the Survey.
 
5) Should I explain why I want a survey made?
 
Absolutely. Prior to beginning a survey, you should clearly define the scope of work with me and provide as much information as you can. The more I know about what you want to accomplish will allow me to implement the best solution to meet your goal.
 
6) How can there be conflicting boundary and easement lines?
 
Boundary and easement line gaps and overlaps are sometimes a result of faulty legal descriptions that were originally written and recorded by persons lacking proper qualifications. It is critical to have property lines clearly described and surveyed when boundaries or easement lines are created or changed. Under current law, any newly created and adjusted boundary lines require a survey and processing through governmental agencies. A proper survey may reduce potential boundary and easement conflicts or help resolve outstanding issues. The creation or modification of boundaries or easements should only be attempted using the expertise of a professional land surveyor to avoid future conflicts.