Can you assist with legal boundary disputes through your surveying services?
posted 18th September 2024
Everyone hopes to have a good relationship with their neighbour. Property related concerns can arise from time to time. A good example includes boundary disputes, which can often be managed in a friendly manner.
At MB Survey Solutions, we provide residential boundary surveys, along with other land surveying services. Our services assist you with a full range of property needs, including official boundary disputes that cannot be resolved with your neighbour.
Why Do Boundary Disputes Occur?
There are a number of reasons why you may find yourself in a dispute with your neighbour over boundary lines:
- Fences – Fences are a great way to mark boundaries, however if there is a disagreement on where the property line is, disputes can occur
- Deed Descriptions – You probably relied on your title deeds to give you exact boundary locations, though sometimes they can be incomplete or unclear, this can cause confusion, leading to disputes
- Changing use of Land – When you or your neighbour decide to change how you use the land, questions can arise regarding the boundaries. This can be building a new structure, altering access routes, or changing your landscaping
When to Call MB Survey Solutions
In most cases, neighbours are able to handle a dispute amicably, especially if you are on good terms with each other. There are time where you will need to call in the professionals. We recommend you give our team a call if:
- Legal proceedings – you have reached a point where legal action is being taken by one neighbour. A survey offers accurate and unbiased information that can be used as evidence in court
- Deed Descriptions – If your deeds are unclear or incomplete, a surveyor can help to clear up confusion, providing you with accurate boundary information
- Disputed fence placement – If you or your neighbour has installed a fence and now one of you have an issue, a surveyor can determine where the property line falls, helping to resolve the dispute quickly and effectively
Surveyors Role in Boundary Disputes
You may be wondering how the MB Survey Solutions team can assist you with your boundary dispute. We handle a range of tasks associated with boundary disputes, including:
- Research – Our first step will be to research property documents and records, determining the exact boundaries. This often includes examining title deeds and other land records
- Site visit – The surveyor will visit both properties to conduct a survey. We use specialised equipment to measure and mark the boundary with precision and accuracy
- Furnish reports – Once we have completed our survey, we provide a detailed report on our findings, including diagrams and maps to show the boundary lines clearly
- Testimony – in the event your boundary dispute has gone to court, we will provide expert testimony
Unbiased Results
As professional land surveyors with over twenty five years of experience, the one thing we can guarantee is that we provide unbiased results. We are neutral and everything we report on regarding your boundary lines is researched and accurate.
With our objective approach, we can help you resolve your boundary disputes fairly and quickly. We have experience handling potential conflicts that may arise during the surveying process, ensuring that it is completed in a professional manner.
If you are facing a boundary dispute with your neighbour, contact MB Survey Solutions today for professional assistance you can trust. Our team are experienced, providing you with accurate information and documentation to resolve the dispute, helping you maintain a positive relationship with your neighbour.