Land Surveyors in Maine
Find licensed professional land surveyors across Maine. Browse by county to see surveyors in your area, with specialties including boundary surveys, elevation certificates, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and more.
Finding a Land Surveyor in Maine
Maine has 105 licensed land surveying firms across 14 counties. The most active markets are Cumberland County (20 surveyors), York County (19 surveyors), Kennebec County (11 surveyors).
Whether you need a boundary survey for a property purchase, an elevation certificate for flood insurance, or an ALTA/NSPS survey for a commercial transaction, start by selecting your county below to see all licensed surveyors in your area.
Common survey types offered in Maine include Boundary Survey, Elevation Certificate, Construction Staking, ALTA/NSPS Survey, Subdivision & Platting.
Cost estimates by county in Maine
Typical residential boundary survey ranges in the most active counties in Maine. Prices are estimates only and vary by parcel size, terrain, and records research required.
Estimates reflect typical residential boundary survey ranges and assume standard platted lots. Rural acreage, complex parcels, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and elevation certificates are quoted separately.
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Select your county to see all licensed surveyors in your area.
Common questions about land surveys in Maine
How much does a land survey cost in Maine?+
Land survey costs in Maine vary by survey type, parcel size, and location. Most residential boundary surveys range from $500 to $2,000, with rural acreage and complex parcels running higher. Elevation certificates for FEMA flood insurance run $200 to $700. ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial transactions typically start at $2,000. Always request a written estimate from two or three licensed surveyors before booking.
What types of land surveys are most common in Maine?+
In Maine, the most common surveys requested by property owners are boundary surveys (locating property lines for fences, additions, or disputes), elevation certificates (for FEMA flood insurance compliance), and ALTA/NSPS surveys (for commercial real estate transactions). Topographic surveys, construction staking, and subdivision plats are also routinely offered.
Do I need a licensed surveyor in Maine?+
Yes. Maine requires that any survey establishing property boundaries, used in legal documents, recorded with a county clerk, or accepted by lenders and title companies be performed and stamped by a Professional Land Surveyor licensed in the state. Work performed by unlicensed individuals cannot be recorded or used in legal proceedings.
How do I find a licensed land surveyor in Maine?+
This directory lists 105 licensed land surveying firms across 14 counties in Maine, compiled from public state licensing data. Browse by county below to see all surveyors in your area. Contact two or three firms for written estimates, ask about their experience with similar projects, and confirm they carry professional liability insurance.
When do I need a land survey in Maine?+
You typically need a survey before installing a fence, building an addition, splitting or combining lots, refinancing in a flood zone, settling a boundary dispute, or buying property where the legal description is unclear. Lenders, title companies, and municipal building departments in Maine routinely require current survey documentation before closing or issuing permits.
How long does a land survey take in Maine?+
A typical residential boundary survey in Maine takes one to four weeks from initial consultation to final plat. Timeline depends on records research, weather, scheduling, and parcel complexity. Complex parcels with unclear deeds, ALTA/NSPS commercial work, or rural acreage with limited monumentation can take longer. Rush service is sometimes available at a higher fee.