Contrary to what you may know, a land survey is not required (in most cases) to buy a home in the Triangle. While it might not be required by your mortgage lender, it is always a good idea to purchase a survey for your Raleigh single-family home or townhome. Why? Do you think Triangle homeowners move around those pretty little stakes with the fluorescent orange flags? Sure they do! And in the majority of the cases, it’s to give the appearance that their lot is actually larger than it really is.

Raleigh Property Surveys Serve Many Useful Needs

Another reason why it’s a good idea to have a property survey performed is to identify any easements and encroachments that exist on the property you are buying. It is far better to know where your property lines are at the time of purchase as opposed to learning where they are as a result of a property line dispute after you have moved into your new Raleigh home.

Money Well-Spent Today Could Save You Thousands Down the Road

If you have ever owned a home, you know it is important to know where your Raleigh property line setbacks are located. Setbacks are the predetermined boundaries that stipulate how far from the property line you may position a driveway, a storage building, a fence or any other structure. These setbacks are usually stated in the subdivision restrictive covenants. Without a “recent” property survey, it really is difficult to know where your setback lines are located. Hence, one more viable reason why you should spend the money now to purchase peace of mind in the future.

What other reasons can you think of to secure a Raleigh property survey?

Jim