Land Surveyor | Wichita, KS | Garber Surveying Service, P.A.

Choosing the right survey type can save Wichita property owners time, money, and legal headaches down the road. A land surveyor serving Wichita, KS, can perform both boundary surveys and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, but these two services serve very different purposes. Knowing which one applies to your situation before you order helps avoid unnecessary costs and delays in your transaction.

Need a survey for your Wichita property? Call Garber Surveying Service, P.A., today at (316) 260-9933 for a free quote.

What Is a Boundary Survey?

A boundary survey identifies the legal property lines of a parcel. A surveyor researches recorded deeds and legal descriptions, then locates or resets physical corner pins and monuments on the property. The result is a documented map showing where your property begins and ends.

Boundary surveys are well-suited for residential transactions and simpler land uses across Sedgwick County and the surrounding Wichita metro area. Common situations where a boundary survey may be the right call include:

▸Building a new fence or addition along a property line.

▸Resolving a neighbor dispute in neighborhoods like East Borough or College Hill.

▸Purchasing a residential lot in a platted subdivision in west or northwest Wichita.

▸ Subdividing rural acreage outside city limits in the Wichita area.

Kansas statutes require that boundary surveys meet minimum standards set by the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions. These rules protect property owners from substandard work.

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What Is an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey?

An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is the most comprehensive survey type available. It covers everything in a standard boundary survey and also documents easements, rights-of-way, encroachments, improvements, and other conditions that could affect ownership or title.

ALTA surveys follow strict national standards set jointly by the American Land Title Association and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. Lenders and title companies typically require this level of detail on commercial transactions. This survey type is most often needed when:

▸A lender or title insurer requires it to issue coverage on a commercial property.

▸You are acquiring an office, retail, or industrial site along Wichita's Kellogg corridor or near the K-96 growth corridor.

▸The transaction involves multiple parcels, complex easements, or a large institutional buyer.

▸Due diligence on a commercial deal demands a fully insurable title with no survey exception.

Because of the detailed scope involved, ALTA surveys typically cost more and take longer than a standard boundary survey.

Which Should You Choose for Your Wichita Property?

The choice comes down to property type and transaction requirements. For most residential purchases in Wichita, KS, a boundary survey is usually enough. For commercial deals involving a lender, title company, or attorney, an ALTA/NSPS survey is typically required. When in doubt, ask your title officer or real estate attorney which standard they need.

A qualified land surveyor can review your situation and recommend the right survey before fieldwork begins.

Get the Right Survey for Your Wichita Property

Working with an experienced land surveyor serving Wichita, KS, makes it easier to choose correctly and stay on schedule. Garber Surveying Service, P.A., has provided boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, and a full range of surveying services to property owners and professionals across Central Kansas since 1978. Call the Wichita office at (316) 260-9933 or contact the team online to request a quote and get started on your next project.