Property Survey: That Strange Strip Behind Your Fence

A realistic backyard with a narrow strip of grass behind a wooden fence, showing uneven ground, a small sewer cover, and survey stakes in the background

Have you ever looked at your backyard and thought something felt off? Maybe there’s a narrow strip of land behind your fence. It looks like part of your yard. You might even mow it. Still, something doesn’t seem right. There could be a sewer lid, a dip in the ground, or just an open space […]

Land Survey for Fence: Before You Replace Yours

Homeowner checking an old fence line in the backyard while trying to determine the correct boundary for a land survey for fence placement

You look at your old fence and think, “It’s been here for years. I’ll just replace it in the same spot.” That sounds simple. However, this is where many homeowners run into problems. An old fence does not always sit on the true property line. Over time, things change. Also, past owners may have guessed […]

Why Storms Lead to Elevation Certificate Requests

Water pooling in a suburban backyard after a storm showing potential flood risk and need for an elevation certificate

After the recent storms in Ohio, many homeowners in Columbus started to see their property in a new way. At first, it was just heavy rain. However, as the days passed, people noticed water sitting in yards, slow drainage, and damp areas that did not dry up right away. Because of this, new questions came […]