Why Boundary Survey Cost Is Higher on Corner Lots
You call two survey companies. Both check your property. Then the quotes come back, and yours is higher. That feels strange at first. The lots look about the same. Nothing really stands out. You start wondering what a normal survey cost even looks like in Chicago. Then you notice one thing. Your property sits on […]
Before You Build an ADU, Get a Boundary Survey
Building an extra unit in your backyard sounds like a smart move. Many homeowners in Chicago are thinking the same thing. An ADU can bring in rental income or give family members their own space. Still, there’s one step people often skip at the start. They look at the yard and assume they have enough […]
Building a Coach House? Land Surveying Helps Avoid Delays
Chicago is seeing a rise in coach house projects. More homeowners want to use the space behind their homes. At first, it feels simple. You look at your backyard and see enough room to build. However, many projects slow down before they even start. Permits get delayed. Plans get rejected. And in many cases, the […]