Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about Surveying.

Since you may require the services of a Professional Land Surveyor only once during your lifetime, you may not be aware of the logical steps to be followed when selecting a Land Surveyor.

To help in making such a selection, Kent W. Cox & Associates, Inc. has prepared answers to a few commonly asked questions.

In general, a survey should be made before purchasing real property, when dividing any parcel of land for sale or when adjusting existing parcel boundaries (in conformance with state laws and local ordinances), and prior to the construction of any improvements on property in which you have an interest. Boundary surveys are also frequently requested to establish a line between two properties when a disputes arise.

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A Land Surveyor is a valuable integral part of a professional team composed of attorneys, engineers, architects and planners.

Choose a reputable Land Surveyor in whose skill and judgment you can put your trust.

A Land Surveyor should not be selected by price alone. Competency is of first importance. Your selection should be made when you are sure that the professional you have chosen has all of the facts, and is completely aware of your requirements and/or the requirements of the governmental agency having jurisdiction over the property or development process.

A Surveyor's knowledge of required processes, government personnel and legal requirements will speed your project and minimize conflicts. Reputation, standing in the community and a proven record of performance are essential.

Membership in the respected associations,such as the Professional Land Surveyors of Oregon and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping, provides testimony to a firm's commitment to excellence.

Maintenance of Professional liability insurance (Errors and Omissions) permits a level of proven assurance of performance.

Accessibility is a key element of our service. We maintain an office in Gresham, Oregon. All projects are overseen by Kent Cox, owner and Principal of the firm. The majority of client contacts are directly with Kent Cox.

Kent W. Cox & Associates, Inc. brings all of these positive features to each project assigned. When a project also requires Land Planning and/ or Civil Engineering, we can provide this full range of services.