Why Landowners Put Topographic Survey First

Surveyor in Houston using professional equipment for a topographic survey near a construction site

In Houston’s busy property market, one service is quickly becoming the first step for many owners, the topographic survey. This isn’t just a technical drawing; it’s a detailed map that shows the shape of the land, the slope, and key features like trees, fences, and drainage areas. And in a city where flooding, uneven soil, […]

Boundary Survey Basics: What Property Owners Should Know

Row of modern suburban homes in Houston, highlighting the importance of boundary surveys in closely spaced residential properties.

A boundary survey is an essential process for property owners, developers, and anyone involved in buying land in Houston, Texas. It defines the exact legal boundaries of your property—so you know precisely where your land ends and your neighbor’s begins. In a growing and regulated city like Houston, getting a boundary survey done correctly can […]

Do You Need an ALTA Survey? Here’s the Answer

Aerial view of downtown Houston, where ALTA surveys are essential for verifying property lines and legal details in commercial real estate development.

If you’re knee-deep in a commercial real estate deal and someone mentions an “ALTA survey,” you might be thinking… Do I really need that? Or is it just another box to check (and pay for)? Let’s break it down—without the jargon—so you know exactly what an ALTA survey is, when it’s required, and whether it’s […]