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Frequently Asked Questions:

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When do I need a survey?

Can you do my survey today?

Are you licensed to survey?

Are you insured?

What areas do you cover?

How much will my survey cost?

Do you perform residential surveys?

Do I need an ALTA / ACSM survey?

What do all of these survey terms mean?

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Question: When do I need a survey?

 
A survey is smart prior to the purchase of any property. A survey will define the properties' boundaries for the buyer and/or the seller.

  A survey can be used for the resolution of a dispute regarding property boundaries. For any survey we will clearly stake and flag property corners. A copy of the survey is regarded as a legal document and may be used in court. Surveys will typically note any encroachments of adjacent properties' buildings and/or fences, etc.

  Surveys are required in most cities for building improvements and additions (such as decks or driveways) to commercial, governmental, and residential properties.

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Question: Can you do my survey today?
A typical residential subdivision lot (under 1 acre) survey can usually be completed  relatively quickly. All other surveys have time frames calculated on a case-by-case basis. Please call us at 401-463-9696 or fill out our contact form for a free price quote.

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Question: Are you licensed to survey?
Ocean State Planners, Inc. has been licensed to survey in the State of Rhode Island, Massacusetts and Connecticut.

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Question: Are you insured?
Ocean State Planner, Inc. is insured beyond the State of Rhode Island required levels. Please contact us for more information.

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Question: What areas do you cover?
Ocean State Planners, Inc. services the entire state of Rhode Island, Soutern Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut.

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Question: How much will my survey cost?
Survey costs are determined based on the scope of work, the terrain of the property, and size/acreage to be surveyed. With this in mind, prices are given on a project by project basis. Please call or email us today for a customized free estimate.  See our Contact Us page for more information.

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Question: Do you perform residential surveys?
Yes, we perform all types of residential surveys including boundary surveys, tree surveys, fence surveys, utilities,  elevation certificates, topography, and all improvements to the property.

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Question: Do I need an ALTA / ACSM survey?
Many lending institutions will require an ALTA/ACSM survey in commercial loans. Contact your lending institution or real estate broker for further information.

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Question: What do all of these survey terms mean?
We would be happy to answer any specific questions you may have beyond what is listed here.  Feel free to contact us.

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