Do I need a land survey before closing on my house?

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: A land survey is not required in Pennsylvania before closing but there could be exceptions to this.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Every lending institution is different when it comes down to what is needed and what is not. Then there is also what you as a client should get. For example, my bank does not require surveys, we allow you to close without one you also have the option to ask the seller if they have one already to save you the cost if they do not, it may be a good idea to just obtain a new one, especially if you are purchasing a complex property and need to find out where your property starts and ends.

Answer: Never
Explanation: No.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Not always, but I highly recommend this while you have the attorney to review this with you during the closing.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Not required by law in Kentucky unless there is a change in the existing boundary of record. May be required by a loan/mortgage institution.

Answer: Never
Explanation: No....surveys are rare and often only supplied with the purchase of land or a lot, not typical with residential purchases of existing homes.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It is up to the buyer. If there is questions regarding easements, etc. then it can be done. The price is usually $300-$500 .

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: I don't know o f this ever being a requirement. But it can be written into a purchase contract and if agreed to it can become a requirement.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Not usually, unless there is a reason to suspect lot lines, a question on encroachment or easements, etc. A good title company will normally alert us to an issue. For vacant land I suggest a survey.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes this is done as part of the mortgage requirement.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Always if you are getting a mortgage. Recommended anyway to make sure you know what you are buying. A few years back, a new buyer found out the house had been built on the wrong lot decades before. All the previous transactions had been cash and the survey was not required. OOPS!!!

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: We encourage anyone who is purchasing property to have a survey done so that you know exactly what you are purchasing or have purchased. As for the timing, it is purely up to the client.

Answer: Never
Explanation: The buyer may request a land survey, again if you say NO, they are welcome to go forward and purchase a different home.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: It is never a bad idea to know for sure what you are purchasing when the value of the property you are buying is at risk.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: You only have to perform the contract requirements. If your buyer didn't ask you to do so in the contract, then you are NOT required to get one.