Property Line Markers for a Well-Placed Backyard Shed

Small backyard shed near a wooden property fence in a residential yard

You’ve picked the spot. A flat corner of the yard, close to the alley, out of the way of the kids’ swing set. Before you order the shed kit or call a contractor, stop and look at what’s actually marking your property line back there. Property line markers are the small metal pins, rebar, or […]

What to Check Before Ordering a Boundary Survey

A boundary survey goes more smoothly when you gather a few things first. The surveyor works from property records and physical evidence on the ground. What you hand over at the start affects the time, the questions and the final result. A little prep on your end saves back-and-forth later. Start With the Property Documents […]

Wind Turbine Lease? Get Your Boundaries Surveyed First

Land surveyor measuring farmland near wind turbines in Iowa before a proposed wind lease

A wind turbine lease is a long deal. It can shape how you use your land for years, sometimes decades. Before you sign one, you want to know exactly which part of your property the agreement touches. Iowa runs on wind. More than 60 percent of the state’s electricity comes from wind power, and Iowa […]