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Land Surveyors Serving York County, ME

26 firms serving the area 22 local offices Maine survey cost guide

Compare firms with local offices and firms whose documented service area includes York County. Review project types and contact details, then call directly or send one estimate request.

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York County listings are meant to help property owners find firms to contact, compare scope, and confirm availability. Always verify licensing, insurance, price, and project fit before hiring.

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  • Only private surveying firms and licensed surveying professionals are eligible for listing.
  • Firm websites, public contact details, and owner-submitted corrections are reviewed where available.
  • Maine license information shown where available
  • Non-surveying entities and government offices are removed when identified.
26 profiles shown
22 local office profiles
4 service-area listings
16 with license info
0 claimed profiles
17 with website data
This area currently has several local firm profiles or explicit nearby service coverage.
Latest directory or profile research review: August 31, 2026.
A listing is not an endorsement. Property owners should speak with the firm directly before booking.
Service coverage in York County

Compare firms by documented project fit

York County has multiple listed local offices, so compare scope before comparing price. A low price is not useful if it leaves out staking, a signed plat, or records research.

Boundary or fence survey
14 profiles · 14 with public service evidence · 10 local offices

Ask whether the estimate includes corners marked, lines staked, a signed drawing, and any return visit.

Topographic survey
10 profiles · 10 with public service evidence · 8 local offices

Ask what area, features, contours, datum, and file format the design team needs.

Elevation certificate
9 profiles · 9 with public service evidence · 6 local offices

Ask whether the firm prepares FEMA elevation certificates and what flood-zone information they need from you.

ALTA/NSPS or commercial survey
9 profiles · 9 with public service evidence · 8 local offices

Send the title commitment and Table A needs before asking for price or turnaround.

Construction staking
7 profiles · 7 with public service evidence · 6 local offices

Ask how many site visits are included and whether staking is based on final approved plans.

Site plan survey
2 profiles · 2 with public service evidence · 2 local offices

Ask the permit office or designer for a written list of required features, setbacks, and deliverables.

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26profiles
22local offices
17websites
16license records

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119 Purinton Rd Suite A, Brunswick, ME 04011
York County Surveyor Guide

How to hire a land surveyor in York County, ME

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Licensed Surveyors in York County, Maine

York County's surveying market is driven by coastal vacation properties and development along the southern Maine coast. Look for surveyors experienced with tidal boundaries and riparian rights along the Saco River. York County's southern Maine coast runs from Saco River valley wetlands and tidal marshes to rocky beaches and the New Hampshire border. Experience with coastal boundary surveys and tidal work matters as much as the PLS credential itself.

Maine PLS License Requirements

Any surveyor who certifies a boundary survey, plat, or elevation certificate in Maine must hold a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license from the Maine Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BOLPELS). The license requires passing the Fundamentals of Surveying and Principles and Practice of Surveying national examinations, completing supervised field experience, and renewing every two years with continuing education.

Use the directory as a starting point, then confirm the responsible surveyor's current license before hiring. You do not need to check licensing separately before reaching out to any firm listed in our directory.

What to Look for in a York County Surveyor

  • BOLPELS PLS license in good standing
  • Experience with the specific terrain and deed types common in York County (southern Maine coast, Saco River valley, tidal marshes, rocky beaches)
  • Familiarity with York County's registry of deeds and local land records
  • Willingness to provide a written scope of work with the quote
  • Clear communication about current turnaround time and any backlog

What to Have Ready When You Call

  • Your town name and the property's map and lot number
  • The purpose of the survey (fence, permit, sale, boundary dispute, elevation certificate)
  • Approximate lot size and number of corners needed
  • Any prior survey documents from previous work on the property
  • Your timeline and any hard deadlines

Typical Turnaround in York County

Most surveys in York County are delivered in 4 to 8 weeks in peak summer season. Plan ahead if you have a permit application, closing date, or other fixed deadline. Some firms accept rush requests for an additional fee; ask about this when you call.

Browse the York County Directory

Use the directory as a starting point, then confirm the responsible surveyor's current license before hiring. Browse the York County land surveyor directory to find licensed professionals near your property.

Sources

  1. Maine Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
  2. Maine Register of Deeds Association
  3. Maine ALMS Licensee Search
Maine cost guide

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Common questions about land surveys in York County

What license should a land surveyor have in York County, Maine?+

Any surveyor who certifies a land survey in Maine must hold a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license issued by the Maine Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BOLPELS). Use the directory as a starting point, then confirm the responsible surveyor's current license before hiring.

How long does a survey take in York County?+

Most surveys in York County are delivered in 4 to 8 weeks in peak summer season. Rush requests may be available from some firms for an additional fee. Always ask about current backlog before committing.

What information should I have ready when contacting a York County surveyor?+

Have your town name, map and lot number, the purpose of the survey (fence, permit, sale, elevation certificate), approximate lot size, and any timeline requirements ready. If you have prior survey documents for the property, share them with the firm when you call.

How do I find a licensed land surveyor in York County?+

Browse the York County land surveyor directory to find licensed professionals near your property. Use the directory as a starting point, then confirm the responsible surveyor's current license before hiring.

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