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Verify your foundation is built in the right location.
A foundation survey, also called a form survey or foundation location survey, is a critical quality control step performed after a foundation is poured but before framing begins. Its purpose is to verify that the foundation was placed in the correct location on the lot, meets all required setbacks from property lines and easements, and conforms to the dimensions and position shown on the approved site plan.
Foundation placement errors are more common than most people realize. Even a small shift during excavation or form-setting can push a foundation too close to a property line, violate a setback requirement, or encroach on an easement. Discovering these problems before framing begins is relatively inexpensive to address. Discovering them after the house is built can result in costly demolition, legal disputes, or an inability to obtain a certificate of occupancy.
S&S Land Surveying performs foundation surveys for builders, homeowners, and lenders across all of Georgia. We measure the as-built position of the foundation relative to the property boundaries, calculate all setback distances, verify the foundation elevation, and check for easement conflicts. The result is a certified survey document that gives everyone confidence the construction is proceeding correctly.
Many lenders require a foundation survey before releasing construction loan draws, and many Georgia building departments require one before issuing a framing inspection. If you had building staking done before construction, the foundation survey is the verification step that confirms the builder followed the staked positions accurately. Together, these two services provide complete quality control for building placement.
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A foundation survey is performed after a foundation is poured but before framing begins. It verifies that the foundation was placed in the correct location on the lot, meets required setbacks, and conforms to the approved site plan. Many lenders and building departments in Georgia require one before construction proceeds.
Foundation survey costs in Georgia typically range from $300 to $600 for a standard residential project. The cost depends on lot size, complexity, and whether a previous boundary survey exists. Contact S&S Land Surveying for a free estimate.
While not universally mandated statewide, many local building departments, lenders, and title insurance companies require a foundation survey. Check with your county or city building department and your lender to determine requirements for your project.
If a setback violation or incorrect placement is found, it is much less expensive to correct at the foundation stage than after framing. Options may include applying for a variance, adjusting building design, or in worst cases, re-pouring. Early detection is the primary value of a foundation survey.
Building staking happens before construction, marking where the foundation should be placed. A foundation survey happens after the pour, verifying that it was built correctly. Together, they provide complete quality control for building placement.
Foundation surveys are part of the construction survey lifecycle:
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