If you own a farm, you owe it to yourself to have your land surveyed. Even if you had it done years ago, situations can change. This is particularly true if the land the adjoins yours has changed ownership over the years. They could have inadvertently impeded onto your property without you knowing it. If you've been putting off having your land surveyed, here are four reasons why you shouldn't put it off any longer.

Avoid Boundary Line Issues

They say that good fences make good neighbors. That might not be true if your neighbors built their fence on your property. That misplaced fence is to become a bone of contention between you and your neighbors. Unfortunately, some boundary line disputes can become violent. The last thing you want is to be involved in a bitter dispute over boundary lines with your neighbor. A current land survey certificate will clear up any boundary line issues, so that you know exactly where your land ends, and your neighbors begins.

Clearly Define Easements

Easements can be problematic, especially if you're not sure where they are, or who holds them. Some easements are held by government entities to ensure that they have the necessary room for growth. These types of easements usually exist around the outer perimeter of your property, and can be used for road expansions, and other necessary improvements. Neighboring properties could also hold easement rights to your land. This can occur when own property is landlocked, meaning they have no actual road access to their home. When that happens, the property owners may be granted easement rights to a portion of your property so that they can get to theirs. Having a current land survey on hand will allow you to clearly define those existing easements.

Identify Underground Water Sources

You might not think you have large bodies of water on your property, however, that might not be entirely true. In fact, your land could be sitting on underground water sources such as creeks, ponds, or even wells. While they might not be visible to the naked eye, a land survey of your property would be able to identify them, and pinpoint their locations.

Clarify Zoning Requirements

When it comes to running a farm, knowing the zoning requirements is crucial. Unfortunately, if you don't know what the zoning requirements are for your farm, you could run into problems and not even know it. Before you expand your operations, have your land professionally surveyed. The land survey will provide you with all the details you need to know about the zoning requirements for your farm.

For more information, contact companies like Goldsmith Engineering.