Most home remodeling projects are fairly simple and don't require much in the way of licenses, permits, or documentation. However, sometimes your renovation may call for the services of a professional surveyor. Ferguson & Foss Professional Land Surveyors is a locally-owned company providing expert surveying services to homeowners throughout Fulton, Montgomery, Hamilton, Saratoga and Herkimer counties, and they know how crucial these services can be to a job well done. 

This team of professionals recommends calling in a land surveyor before you begin these projects to avoid headaches, disputes, and challenges later:

• Demolitions: According to most city codes, tearing down a part of a building and putting up something new is considered a new construction. This means you'll be required to have a professional surveyor come out to survey both the boundary lines and building height before you can start.
• Home Additions: Depending on your local zoning laws, you may need a residential property survey if you plan to add to your existing home, especially if the new construction comes close to other features or boundary lines. A professional land surveyor will be familiar enough with local ordinances to determine whether you need a survey.
• Building A Fence: If you're putting up a fence along a property line you share with a neighbor, it's always best to get a survey. You'd be surprised how often a homeowner's property line is not where they think it is, which can lead to serious problems with your neighbors later.

The principal surveyors at Ferguson & Foss Professional Land Surveyors have over 40 years of combined experience working within their local area. With their expertise and commitment to quality, they provide fast, accurate land surveys using the latest technology and old-fashioned expertise. Visit their website to learn more about their broad range of surveying services, or call (518) 762-9997 to request a quote today.