Nebraska

Land Surveyors in Nebraska

53 surveyors 10 counties

Find licensed professional land surveyors across Nebraska. 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 Nebraska

Nebraska has 53 licensed land surveying firms across 10 counties. The most active markets are Douglas County (19 surveyors), Lancaster County (12 surveyors), Adams County (5 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 Nebraska include Construction Staking, Boundary Survey, Topographic Survey, ALTA/NSPS Survey, Elevation Certificate.

Nebraska cost guide

See full pricing breakdowns for every common survey type in Nebraska.

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Cost estimates by county in Nebraska

Typical residential boundary survey ranges in the most active counties in Nebraska. Prices are estimates only and vary by parcel size, terrain, and records research required.

County Surveyors listed Typical boundary survey
Douglas County19$400 to $1,100
Lancaster County12$350 to $900
Adams County5$350 to $900
Madison County4$350 to $900
Buffalo County3$350 to $900

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.

Common questions about land surveys in Nebraska

How much does a land survey cost in Nebraska?+

Land survey costs in Nebraska 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 Nebraska?+

In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska?+

Yes. Nebraska 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 Nebraska?+

This directory lists 53 licensed land surveying firms across 10 counties in Nebraska, 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 Nebraska?+

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 Nebraska routinely require current survey documentation before closing or issuing permits.

How long does a land survey take in Nebraska?+

A typical residential boundary survey in Nebraska 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.