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Land Surveying in Alachua County, Florida

Professional land surveying services for Alachua County property owners and businesses. Fast turnaround, accurate results, competitive pricing. Serving all of Alachua County with licensed Professional Surveyors.

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What surveying services are available in Alachua County, Florida?

Apex Surveying & Mapping provides 10 professional surveying services in Alachua County — boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, elevation certificates, topographic surveys and drone mapping — all performed by licensed Florida PSM surveyors. Alachua County has 291,782 residents and $288,800 median home values. Surveys here are quoted per property rather than from a rate card: published Florida government contracts for 2024–2026 put a two-person survey crew at $130–$281 per hour and a licensed surveyor at $136–$383 per hour (source: negotiated rates in Florida city, county, special-district and FDOT contracts, 2024–2026). General ranges for Alachua County, not quotes — older platted neighbourhoods often need corners re-established rather than simply recovered, which changes the figure, as do parcel count, scope, access, vegetation and travel.

$130–$281/hr two-person Florida survey crew · Florida public contracts, 2024–2026

Local Overview

Why Do Surveys Matter in Alachua County?

Understanding the local landscape to deliver surveys that meet your specific needs.

Alachua County is a established market in North Florida.

Property owners in Alachua County rely on professional surveys for real estate transactions, construction projects, and boundary verification. Gainesville area, primarily riverine flooding.

Apex Surveying & Mapping serves Alachua County with comprehensive surveying services, from boundary surveys for homeowners to ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial transactions. Our licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM) delivers accurate, defensible surveys that meet Florida Board requirements.

Alachua County at a Glance

Region
North Florida
Market Status
Established Market
Flood Risk Level
Low (10%+ SFHA)

Our Services

Land Surveying Services in Alachua County

We offer comprehensive surveying services for residential, commercial, and construction projects throughout Alachua County.

Boundary

Professional property boundary determination using advanced GPS and total station technology.

Elevation

FEMA-compliant elevation certificates for flood insurance and permitting.

Drone

High-resolution aerial mapping using LiDAR-equipped drones for rapid data capture.

ALTA

Comprehensive ALTA/NSPS 2026 standard surveys for commercial real estate transactions.

3D Scanning

Millimeter-accurate 3D scanning using terrestrial and SLAM scanners.

Topographic

Detailed elevation and terrain mapping using LiDAR and GPS technology.

As-Built

Accurate documentation of constructed conditions for project closeout.

Staking

Precise layout and staking services for construction projects of all sizes.
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Why It Matters

Why Alachua County Property Owners Need Professional Surveys

Key reasons professional land surveys are essential in your area.

Property Line Certainty

Whether you're buying, selling, or building in Alachua County, a certified boundary survey provides legal documentation of your property lines and prevents costly neighbor disputes.

Real Estate Transactions

Alachua County's active real estate market requires accurate surveys for closings. Lenders and title companies demand current documentation to protect your investment.

Nearby Areas

Areas We Serve Near Alachua County

Apex Surveying & Mapping also serves property owners in these nearby areas:

Marion County County Levy County County Gilchrist County County Columbia County County Bradford County County

We serve the entire North Florida region.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Surveys in Alachua County

Common questions about land surveying services in your area.

How much does a property survey cost in Alachua County?
There is no rate card. Survey work in Alachua County is priced per property by boundary research, fieldwork, recovering or establishing the applicable property corners, marking the accessible corners, and preparing a signed and sealed survey — and it moves with parcel count, scope, access, vegetation, travel and how much existing monumentation survives on the ground. For scale, published Florida government contracts for 2024–2026 put a two-person survey crew at $130–$281 per hour and a licensed surveyor at $136–$383 per hour (source: negotiated rates in Florida city, county, special-district and FDOT contracts, 2024–2026). What your property needs of those hours is what sets the price. These are general ranges rather than quotes — send us the Alachua County address and we'll quote it.
How long does a survey take in Alachua County?
Standard boundary surveys in Alachua County take 5-10 business days from scheduling to delivery. Rush services may be available for time-sensitive transactions. Commercial ALTA surveys typically require 10-15 business days. Contact us for current turnaround times.
What areas of Alachua County do you serve?
Apex Surveying & Mapping serves all of Alachua County, including all cities, unincorporated areas, and rural properties. Our licensed Professional Surveyors have experience with both residential and commercial projects throughout the county.
What permits require a survey in Alachua County?
In Alachua County, surveys are typically required for: building permits for new construction or additions, fence permits in many municipalities, pool permits, lot line adjustments, and most real estate transactions. Specific requirements vary by municipality - contact us and we'll help determine what you need.
How much does a survey cost in Alachua County?
Survey work in Alachua County is quoted per property, not sold from a rate card — parcel count, scope, access, vegetation, travel and how much existing corner monumentation survives all move the figure. Separately, Alachua County sets and publishes its own building permit fees under its adopted fee schedule — those are the county's fees, not a surveyor's, and current rates are published by the Growth Management Department. For scale on the survey work itself, published Florida government contracts for 2024–2026 put a two-person survey crew at $130–$281 per hour and a licensed surveyor at $136–$383 per hour (source: negotiated rates in Florida city, county, special-district and FDOT contracts, 2024–2026). These are general ranges rather than quotes — send us the address and we'll quote it.
What flood zones are in Alachua County?
Alachua County contains FEMA flood zone designations A, X, AE, AO. Moderate flood hazard area — SFHA zones present along waterways and flood-prone areas. Base Flood Elevations are site-specific and are read from the effective FIRM panel for the parcel, not from a county-wide range. An elevation certificate can help determine your flood insurance requirements.
What is the best surveying company in Alachua County?
Apex Surveying & Mapping serves Alachua County with licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM) professionals, sub-centimeter GPS technology, and drone LiDAR capabilities. We serve all 67 Florida counties and offer 10 survey types, from boundary surveys to ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, with every deliverable signed and sealed by a Florida PSM. Every job is scoped and quoted individually rather than sold from a rate card. Contact us at +1 305 216 6944 for a free quote.

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Ready to schedule a survey for your Alachua County property? Apex Surveying & Mapping provides fast, accurate surveys for residential and commercial clients throughout Alachua County.

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