Arguing with your neighbor about where your property stops and theirs begins? Adverse Possession - Do you know what you own? The first step to take is to have a boundary survey (aka stake survey) performed on your property. By having a boundary performed, property...
Don’t Skip Getting A Survey – Home Buyers
What does a stake survey cost and Do I need a surveyor? A real estate transaction has many moving parts and a variety of people are necessary to achieve a successful transaction. One important step to the transaction is a survey. There are a couple of options that...

How Do I Find My Yard?
It seems like a simple question, but do you really know the answer? Where is your yard? What do you really own? Do you own everything inside your fence or everything outside of your neighbor’s fence? Do you own up to where you’ve always mowed, or, do you own up to...
Boundary & Lot Split FAQ
What is a Boundary Adjustment Plat? Who uses it: This is used by someone who is wanting to “move” or “re-locate” a property line A boundary adjustment plat is typically required by the municipality or county in which you reside if you are located within a plated...
Topographic Survey FAQ
Also known as or commonly known as a “topo” or “survey with contours” Who uses it: Engineers, Architects and Landscape Architects Grading companies Municipalities FEMA What type of property can a Topo be performed on: Residential, Public lands, Commercial or...
Land Surverying
Cardinal Surveying is a family owned land surveying company. The company was established in 2003 and has completed over 10,000 projects spanning the greater St Louis area. Licensed in Missouri, they currently service St Charles, St Louis, Warren, Lincoln, and...