Do You Really Need a Boundary Survey in a No Flood Zone?

Aerial view of Florida homes near undeveloped land showing the importance of boundary surveys in no flood zones like Tampa.

When you’re buying property in Tampa — especially if it’s listed in a “No Flood Zone” — it’s easy to assume everything is in order. You may think, “No risk, no problem.” But there’s one critical step most buyers skip: a boundary survey. This simple oversight has led to costly mistakes for homeowners and investors […]

Topographic Survey: 7 Surprising Benefits for Builders

GNSS tripod set up in a rural landscape for a topographic survey, capturing land elevation and natural terrain features for construction planning.

A topographic survey is a specialized type of land survey that captures the elevation and contour of the land’s surface. Unlike a boundary or property line survey that only marks property edges, a topographic survey provides a detailed 3D representation of natural and man-made features on the land, such as trees, buildings, drainage patterns, slopes, […]

When Do You Need an ALTA Survey? A Beginner’s Guide

When it comes to buying or developing commercial property, an accurate land survey is critical. Among the most trusted tools in the industry is the ALTA survey—a standardized, in-depth report that protects buyers, lenders, and insurers from surprises. Let’s break down what an ALTA survey really is, how it works, and when it’s required. The […]