"Texas, often referred to as the Lone Star State, is a thriving hub for economic growth and innovation, making it an attractive destination for commercial real estate investment." - Chris Evans

Why Title Companies Trust Land Surveyors to Keep Commercial Closings on Track

In Commercial Real Estate, Time Is Money—and So Is Clarity

Closing on a commercial property in Texas isn’t just about signatures and wire transfers. Behind every successful deal is a network of professionals working together—none more critical than the licensed land surveyor.

At South Texas Surveying, we work directly with title companies, attorneys, and brokers across Houston, Conroe, Pearland, and Katy to deliver the boundary and title surveys needed to close with confidence and avoid last-minute surprises.

How Surveys Support the Title Process

Title companies rely on surveys to verify that the legal description of the property matches what’s physically on the ground. Without that verification, they can’t:

• Issue clean title insurance

• Verify access and right-of-way

• Confirm zoning compliance

• Flag encroachments or easements

• Protect the buyer or lender from future claims

The Most Common Surveys Used in Closings

✅ Category 1A Survey (TSPS Standard)

Widely used in Texas for commercial property sales; provides detailed boundary and improvement information for local title companies.

✅ ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey

Required by many national lenders and title insurers, this survey includes boundary lines, easements, improvements, zoning, access points, and encroachments.

✅ Boundary Survey

Used in simpler transactions where no title insurance policy is being issued or the lender does not require a full ALTA.

✅ Easement & Access Surveys

Help title companies identify recorded easements and determine whether access is legally sufficient.

Real Example: Resolving a Title Issue in Pasadena

A title company handling a warehouse transaction in Pasadena contacted us when the seller’s old survey failed to reflect a recent utility easement. We performed a Category 1A survey, updated the legal description, and confirmed that the structure met setback requirements—allowing the title policy to be issued and the deal to close on schedule.

Why Last-Minute Surveys Cause Delays—and How We Prevent Them

Too often, surveys are requested days before closing, leaving no room for error or review. That’s why we partner directly with title professionals to:

• Start early in the transaction

• Flag easement or boundary issues in advance

• Provide fast, reliable communication

• Deliver surveys tailored to title company requirements

Who Benefits from Early Survey Involvement?

• Title companies and escrow officers

• Real estate attorneys

• Commercial brokers and investors

• Buyers and sellers needing clarity

• Lenders and underwriters

Areas We Serve Commercial Closings In

• Houston – including Midtown, Downtown, Westchase, and Galleria

• The Woodlands, Conroe & Montgomery County

• Katy, Cypress & Tomball

• Pearland, Alvin, and Manvel

• Pasadena, Baytown & Deer Park

Why Title Professionals Choose South Texas Surveying

• ✅ Surveys delivered on time, with clear communication

• ✅ ALTA, 1A, boundary, and easement surveys available

• ✅ Familiarity with local and national title company requirements

• ✅ Trusted by attorneys, brokers, and underwriters across Texas

• ✅ Responsive support for revisions, certifications, or clarifications

Title insurance only works if the data behind it is accurate. Partner with South Texas Surveying to ensure every closing is backed by trusted, precise land survey data.