How a Licensed Land Surveyor Handles Conflicting Deed Descriptions

Licensed land surveyor reviewing conflicting deed descriptions and survey maps while verifying a property boundary monument

When two deeds describe the same piece of land differently, a licensed land surveyor does not just pick the one that looks right. They follow a set order of evidence, built into surveying law, to figure out which description holds up. Often, this means going back through old county records to find where the mismatch […]

FEMA Elevation Certificate: A Homeowner’s Simple Guide

A surveyor measuring a home’s property to help with a FEMA elevation certificate and flood safety

Living in Grand Prairie is great. New homes, neighborhoods, and parks make it a nice place to live. But heavy rains can sometimes cause flooding, and even if your home looks safe, water can still reach your property. One way to protect your home and possibly lower your flood insurance costs is with a FEMA […]