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BEST LAND SURVEYING IN AUSTIN!​

Here at Hays Land Surveyors, we truly pride ourselves with our ability to provide our customers with the utmost respect, and experience that they deserve! Are you looking for the best and efficient Surveyor's in dripping springs, and all of and around Hays county, TX? We have expert crews with surveying equipment of the highest quality, having years of experience to ensure we do the job right, and fast! Whether if you are in Dripping Springs, Bear Creek, Buda, Driftwood, Hays, Kyle, Mountain city, Niederwald, San Marcos, Uhland, Wimberley, Woodcreek, or any of the surrounding area's.
We're the experienced group near that you'll want to work with!
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LAND SURVEY SERVICES! 

Hays Professional Land Surveying is a full-service land, and property surveying firm specializing in large residential and commercial developments, including, Boundary/Land Title Surveys, subdivision Platting and Land Development Surveys, UAS(drone) mapping and LIDAR sensing and mapping. Engineering Design Surveys, Global Positioning and Photogrammetry Control, Topographic/Tree Surveys, Construction Staking, Hydrographic Surveys, among many other services!

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Making yourself marketable

ALTA surveying in Austin TX

In the United States, the real estate and mortgage industries depend on whether the property can be insured or whether it is "marketable". This means; if the insurance company will take into consideration the risk of adopting a policy that guarantees ownership or whether the land and the structures associated with it can be easily transferred without fear of external claims. The American Institute of Land Property Title, together with the American Congress of surveying and mapping and the National Society of Professional Surveyors, have developed and adopted a set of minimum standard requirements for land surveys that will be used in any legal matter relating to the conveyance and transfer of real estate. The ALTA survey is essentially a frontier survey that meets and exceeds the standards set in different states. In most cases, ALTA surveys are considered legally sufficient. These complete surveys require the written authorization of the customer. Many important revisions are addressed in the ALTA survey: boundaries, location, structural design, easements, invasions, impediments, etc.
ALTA Survey Standards: scale and symbols

• All Land surveys that meet the standards of the ALTA survey must comply with the rules relating to the scale and symbols on the map / plat.
• The map should be drawn on a convenient scale and that scale should be clearly indicated on the map. In addition, the map must also indicate the graphic scale in feet, meters or both.
• All terrain reliefs must have a north arrow drawn and, if applicable, the relief must be oriented so that the north arrow is at the top of the design.

• Each symbol or abbreviation used on the map must be marked in the legend on the side of the map.

The ALTA surveys must also contain all the data necessary to determine the mathematical dimensions and the relationships of the boundaries shown, including angles, supports, lengths and curve radii.
All ALTA land surveys must have a minimum size of 8½ by 11 inches.

• ATLA survey standards: what must be shown on the maps

There is a long list of things that should be included in the standard ATLA survey maps. Roads, alleys, cemeteries, ponds, springs, lakes and rivers are just some of the things that should be included in the map.
Furthermore, the nature and location of walls, fences, buildings and other physical improvements of one and a half meters on each side of the border should be included in the map. Structural exits such as doors, fire exits, windows, frames, steps and slopes must also be included.

Where to find the ALTA Survey standards:
The standards of the ALTA survey are very detailed and precise and surveyors need to spend a lot of time learning the necessary methods of conducting the survey.
The ALTA website and its headquarters in Washington, DC have documents on the requirements of the ALTA survey and these are periodically updated.
For more information on ALTA standards, topographic techniques and to find a local surveyor in your area, be sure to visit the Land Surveyors website for all your surveying needs. Or visit www.hayslandsurveyor.com, you’re sure to find helpful content there

As one of the most experienced companies in the art of ​traditional Land surveying techniques, including state of the art practices years of experience and dedication to perfection, we can ensure our customers that we are a company worth hiring. All of our professionals that we hire are trained to provide quality customer service to our customers, as well as provide exact measurements and services with our advanced technologies. All of this is what makes Hays Land Surveying unique compared to the other Surveying companies. Call 512-955-5564

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EXPERT SURVEYING SERVICES IN AUSTIN TX

Our services may change depending on whatever it takes to get the job done right! The first time. Our team of professionals have been hired and trained to only provide top notch work, with your satisfaction in mind.
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BOUNDRY, PROPERTY LINE MAPPING NEAR ME

The undertaking that is required to properly measure and map out a boundary line can be a daunting task all in its self.. That's why we only invest in the best equipment there is to make sure its done perfectly!

The Perfect Partnership

AFFORDABLE LAND SURVEYING

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Working hand in with Chaparral Professional land surveying, one of the largest surveying firms in central Texas we're able to provide our customers an experience like none other!
Our surveying work appeals to many  in the area, but we also have pocket-friendly prices that are within anyone's budget who is looking to get a project created. You can fill out the free quote form on this page, but it's easier to call us to get a quick estimate from one our experts on the line. Our phone number is  512-955-5564

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Ensuring accuracy

Plat surveying near me

 Plats show the division of properties. They take one property and split it into two or more divisions. For example, a plat may create a subdivision, or a 'short plat' might create a small division. These types of surveys can also represent several properties that coexist as a single lot-a condominium 'survey map and plan.'
A Plat or Survey Map is gotten from the ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey – also called a Property Map. The Plat Map or Property Map is very detailed and usually contains a huge amount of information about the property including rights, ownership and limitations to use the property. Plat Maps show all information noted in the ALTA Survey, including: description, boundary, closures, dimensions, servitudes, easements, rights of way, and record documents. The Plat Map from the ALTA Survey must be duly certified showing the language accepted by the Minimum Standard Detail for ALTA Surveys, 2016 edition.

Tree surveying in hays county, tree surveying in Austin TX

A tree survey is an important survey that is performed on private or public landscapes. The goal of the survey is to provide useful information on the trees so that property managers or homeowners can make informed decisions. Based on the information that they receive from the survey, they may then decide what to do with the trees. A tree survey contains all kinds of detailed information about the trees. A professional arborist usually works with a standard, Standard helps to determine which trees to be retained, and which trees to be removed. This is a useful guide that everyone can use to make decisions easier. To make full use of this guide, you will need to draw information from the tree survey that has been conducted.
The survey will reveal information such as:
– Species of the tree based on scientific name.
– Physical measurements of the tree such as height and diameter.
– Age of the tree.
– Overall health of the tree.
– Life expectancy.
– Management recommendations.
In fact, in some regions, a tree survey is mandatory. This is to prevent a protected tree from being cut down accidentally (based on the Wildlife and Countryside Act). But mostly, people conduct tree surveys because they have the intention to build some on the land, perhaps somewhere near the locations of the trees. In this instance, a tree survey becomes extremely important.
The information retrieved from a tree survey can be useful to many people. For instance, the landscape designer can come up with computer designs based on the information collected. Such drafts are more realistic, because of the input of accurate information. It is almost impossible to come up with an accurate draft without the information from the tree survey.
The landscape designer may decide to keep some trees so as to increase the overall value of the property. Those that cannot be removed by law, can be incorporated into the design so that they look as part of the overall landscape instead of standing out like a sore thumb.
In addition, a tree survey can also point out certain hazards. For example, a tree may fall any moment (especially when there is a strong wind or foul weather) due to fungal decay. In this case, it is better to have the tree removed. These are safety aspects that need to be taken care of.
In general, a comprehensive tree survey will give you a good sense of what is on a particular piece of land. Sound decisions can then be made in the best interests of all parties, including the relevant authorities.
​The surveys should be conducted by a trained and qualified arboriculturalist. He or she will be able to present the information in an easy to understand manner. All trees will be tagged with special tags and numbers. These numbers can be cross referenced with a special summary table, which reveals the meanings of these tags and numbers. Only after a tree survey should actual work start on a piece of land.

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Correcting the uncertain 

Construction staking hays county
​Construction staking Austin tx

Commercial construction staking is necessary for several projects, including subdivisions, roads, public services and more complex multi-story construction sites. The creation of a project is essentially the creation of survey points in the field, which will serve as a guide for construction activities. In many ways, construction staking can be seen as the opposite of a survey. The as-built evaluates a building or project at the end to make sure it was built as planned. The construction staking is done at the beginning of the project to ensure that the project will be built according to the plan. A good construction staking of the buildings will lead to a good as-built survey.
Construction staking, especially in commercial applications, require all the skills of a surveyor. They have to conduct topographic and boundary surveys to ensure that the property matches the site plan and technical design. They must also carry out field staking for mass grading, building construction, public services (wastewater, water supply and rainwater), as well as in parking lots, roads, sidewalks or gutters. All these are done even before the surveyor begins to consider the buildings proposed to be on the site.
As soon as the surveyor proceeds to staking the proposed structures, he provides data on the position and slopes of the foundations of buildings, walls and columns. This is an important step in the process. If the foundations of the buildings are not properly staked, this can be a very costly mistake for a construction team and it can completely ruin a job. A knowledgeable surveyor is the best tool for the builder to avoid future basic problems. A good surveyor will create a network of coordinates with horizontal and vertical controls from the beginning of the project and will use it to calculate and determine the exact angles and levels of the proposed structures.
Although many people think that Construction staking is a simple step at the beginning of a project, if it is not done correctly it can have very serious consequences for the rest of the project. In commercial projects, the importance of a well-executed construction staking is increasing, given the larger structures and the enormous amounts of money that affect the design of the building. This is the money and time spent to ensure that a qualified specialist with the appropriate knowledge and experience in surveying conducts a proper construction staking survey for the project
We at Haysland surveyors we pride ourselves on accuracy, customer service and quality of work done on time, guaranteed. Commercial land survey is our specialty.  

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What makes us different than the rest?

 ​Founded in 1995, our company has grown from a handful of employees to capabilities for up to 9 field crews. We currently staff (4) Registered Professional Land Surveyors, and several CST Level One Survey Technicians.
Hays Land Surveying is TxDOT Pre-Certified, approved W.B.E. for the City of Austin, and approved professional services. Providing for the Lower Colorado River Authority, City of Austin, Round Rock ISD, Austin ISD, and San Antonio River Authority.
Several members of our staff now serve or have served as officers in the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors. Other memberships and organizations include Buda Chamber of Commerce, Real Estate Council of Austin, SMPS, and Austin Contractors & Engineers Association (ACEA).
Over the years, with our projects, we have built relationships and a reputation with our clients for prompt response, timely completion, and an efficient and accurate end-product.
Chaparral is dedicated to expanding upon this foundation as we continue to grow and learn in this field. We are committed to being on the frontline of new technologies and services, and will continue to strive to offer excellent customer service.

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Mapping the future of Texas! 

There's so much competition to choose from, sometimes it can be intimidating for whom you decide to help take care of you! However with our extensive background and list of happy clients we know you'll come to find everything your business or project is looking for. Below are just a fraction of our accomplishments

1. City of Austin Survey Rotation List – 1998 to present. Over 65 projects completed for the City of Austin, including water and wastewater design surveys, park surveys, and various easement and right-of-way surveys.
2. Pflugerville Parkway, City of Pflugerville – 6 mile roadway route involving large and small tracts. We prepared boundary surveys, topographic design surveys, parcel and easement descriptions.
3. Heatherwilde Boulevard Roadway and Drainage Improvements, City of Pflugerville – Heatherwilde (fka Wilke Lane) from SH 45 to Kingston Lacy Boulevard.
4. Pfenning Lane/Black Locust Roadway Project, City of Pflugerville – 6500 l.f. route involving large and small tracts.
5. Slaughter Lane East Extension, Travis County TNRS – Approximately 7500 l.f. of topographic surveys for existing conditions maps and design surveys, right-of-way parcel mapping and descriptions for conveyance to Travis County.
6. City of Buda Truck Route, City of Buda – 3 mile roadway route involving large and small tracts.
7. City of Buda Roadway Improvements, City of Buda – Bonita Vista and Pinafore Subdivisions Street Improvements Projects. Approximately 9200 l.f. of topographic surveys for existing conditions maps in existing neighborhoods.
8. Crystal Falls Parkway/Lakeline Blvd. Extension, City of Cedar Park – Approximately 5000 l.f. of topographic surveys for existing conditions maps and design surveys, prepared right-of-way parcel descriptions for conveyance.
9. LCRA Segovia Transmission Line, Kimble County – 12 mile route involving large parcels totaling over 5,000 acres.
10. LCRA Pipe Creek Transmission Line, Bandera – 15 mile route involving large and small parcels.
11. LCRA Colorado River Mapping – Austin to Gulf of Mexico. Provided aerial control for topographic mapping of river basin.
12. LCRA High Water Mapping – Austin to Gulf of Mexico. Provided geodetic control and monument locations for historic flood data.
13. LCRA Sandy Creek Transmission Line – Design surveys and parcel mapping for approximately 3 miles, including sub-station site in Llano County.
14. LCRA West Travis County Transmission Line – Surveying and parcel mapping for easement widening, affecting approximately 50 parcels in residential area.
15. LCRA Verde Creek Transmission Line – Surveying and parcel mapping for easement widening in Kerr County, approximately 2 miles.
16. Wal-Mart Sites – Portland, Austin (5), Liberty, Pflugerville, Cedar Park. ALTA surveys, site design survey, platting.
17. HEB Sites – Mission, Rio Grande City, Waco, Georgetown, Leander, Taylor, Copperas Cove, Austin, San Marcos. ALTA surveys, site design surveys, platting.
18. Davenport Ranch & Davenport West – Austin/Travis County. 1200 acre residential and commercial development. Design surveying, platting, as-built and title surveys.
19. Highland Park North – Pflugerville. 800 acre residential and commercial development. Design surveys, platting.
20. Crystal Falls – Cedar Park. 2300 acre residential and commercial development. Design surveys, platting.
21. Lime Creek Estates – Volente. 1500 acre large lot residential development. Design surveys, platting.
22. Inks Lake State Park – Burnet. 300 acre survey and partition for LCRA.
23. Terra Vista – Georgetown. 1200 acre residential and commercial subdivision. Boundary and easement surveying.
24. Shadowglen – Manor. 1500 acre residential and commercial development. Design surveys, platting.
25. Steiner Ranch (XS Ranch) – Bastrop County. 10,000 acre ranch boundary survey for future development.
26. Lakeway West/Rough Hollow – Lakeway. 1500 acre residential and marina development. Design surveys, platting.
27. Schramm Ranch – Lakeway. 1200 acre residential and commercial development. Design surveys, platting.
28. Carma Collins Development – Austin/Travis County. Boundary land title surveys for 6,500 acre mixed use, with approx. 170 parcels combined.
29. Carma Paso Robles – San Marcos/Hays County. Boundary land title surveys for 3,500 acre mixed use, with approx. 12 large parcels combined.
30. West Bastrop Village – Bastrop. Boundary surveys and design surveys for 650 acre mixed use development.
31. Sunset Valley Village – Sunset Valley, Travis County. ALTA surveys for large retail shopping center.
32. Boardwalk Shopping Center – Round Rock. ALTA surveys for large retail shopping center.
33. Goodnight Ranch – Austin. 800 acre residential and commercial development. Boundary surveys, design surveys, platting.
34. Met Center – Austin. 600 acre warehouse and commercial development. Boundary surveys, design surveys, platting.

We are fun, we are easygoing, and most of all, we are very professional when it comes to our work.
If this sounds like the kind of Surveyor company you're looking for, then pick up the phone, and start dialing! 512-955-5564

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Hays Land Surveyor
3500 McCall Lane,
​ Austin, TX 78744

512-955-5564