Is a $1,200 Property Survey Normal?

Surveyor conducting a property survey with tripod equipment in a residential yard

If you’re buying or fixing up a home, chances are you’ve heard about the need for a property survey. Then comes the sticker shock: a survey quote lands in your inbox, and it says $1,200. For many first-time buyers or longtime homeowners, that number feels high. The natural question is: is this price normal, or […]

How the Latest Property Survey Boosts Planning Accuracy

Licensed land surveyor conducting a property survey using surveying equipment outdoors while wearing safety gear

In Philadelphia, a new kind of property survey is making waves—and not just for homeowners or real estate agents. This city-led effort is changing how officials plan roads, zoning, and development for the next 25 years. While a traditional property survey marks your land boundaries, this latest project is helping reshape how the city grows […]

Boundary Survey: Why It’s Essential for Philadelphia Homeowners

Philadelphia rowhouses where a boundary survey can help define exact property lines in tight urban spaces.

If you’ve just moved into your new Philadelphia home, getting a boundary survey should be one of your first priorities. Without it, you might soon notice something unusual. For example, your neighbor’s fence could feel too close, or your walkway might seem narrower than expected. What looks like a small quirk could actually be a […]