Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are your surveyors licensed?

    Yes, Midlands Surveying is fully licensed and insured. Our team has over 100 years of combined experience serving the Columbia area.

  • Do you serve Lexington County?

    Yes, we serve Lexington County and the entire Midlands region. This includes West Columbia, Columbia, Irmo, Chapin, and Cayce.

  • What's a Loan Survey?

    A Loan Survey provides certified property boundary and improvement data required by lenders during real estate transactions to ensure clear title.

  • Do you offer Construction Staking?

    Yes, we accurately mark building corners, utilities, and grading points to guide construction crews and ensure structures are built per approved plans.

  • Can you help with flood insurance?

    Yes, we provide FEMA-compliant Elevation Certificates that help property owners confirm flood zone classification and potentially reduce flood insurance costs.

  • What equipment do you use?

    We use modern GPS and robotic total station technology, plus advanced CAD and GIS software for precise measurements and digital mapping.

  • Do you handle commercial properties?

    Yes, we provide ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial real estate transactions, meeting standards required by lenders and title companies.

  • How long have you been operating?

    We're a family-owned firm with decades of combined experience and over 100 years of expertise serving the Midlands region.

  • What's included in Topographic Surveys?

    Topographic surveys map ground contours, elevations, and existing site features for engineering, grading, drainage, and site development planning.

  • Can you resolve property disputes?

    Yes, our Boundary Surveys establish precise property lines for ownership verification, which is ideal for resolving disputes or confirming deed descriptions.

  • Do you work near rivers?

    Yes, we're experienced with properties in low-lying areas near the Saluda and Congaree Rivers, especially for elevation certificates and flood compliance.