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How a Land Survey Can Settle Property Line Disputes in Texas

Fences Make Good Neighbors—But Only If They’re in the Right Place

Disputes over property lines are more common than most people think. From misplaced fences and driveways to commercial encroachments and easement confusion, these issues can cause legal headaches, neighbor tensions, and stalled construction.

At South Texas Surveying, we’ve helped clients across Houston, Conroe, Katy, and Pearland resolve boundary disputes quickly and professionally—with a certified boundary survey.

What Causes Property Line Disputes in Texas?

Some of the most common triggers include:

• A neighbor builds a fence, shed, or driveway that crosses the line

• Old or missing survey markers create confusion about lot lines

• Inherited or rural land with unclear boundaries

• Disagreements between landlords, tenants, or commercial neighbors

• Changes in property use—like dividing land or adding new structures

• Encroachments discovered during a real estate transaction

Why a Professional Survey Matters

In Texas, a licensed surveyor is the only professional authorized to define legal property boundaries. Our team provides official documentation that can be used in:

• Legal proceedings

• Mediation or settlement negotiations

• Permitting and inspections

• Real estate disclosures

• Title company and lender requirements

A boundary survey clarifies exact property dimensions, identifies encroachments, and can even uncover recorded easements or rights-of-way you didn’t know existed.

Types of Surveys That Can Help Resolve a Dispute

✅ Boundary Survey

Defines the legal property lines based on the recorded deed and plats.

✅ Improvement Survey

Includes structures like fences, driveways, and buildings in relation to the property line.

✅ Title Survey (Category 1A or ALTA)

Used during property sales or legal disputes involving commercial land.

✅ Easement Survey

Identifies shared driveways, utility lines, or access paths that cross properties.

Recent Examples from Around Houston

🔹 Fence Dispute in Cypress

A homeowner in Cypress contacted us after a neighbor claimed a newly installed fence was two feet over the line. We performed a boundary and improvement survey, confirmed the homeowner’s fence was compliant, and documented it in writing to resolve the issue without lawyers.

🔹 Shared Access Disagreement in Spring

Two business owners in Spring disputed access rights to a shared alley. Our easement survey clarified recorded easements, and both parties reached an agreement before it escalated to court.

When to Call a Surveyor

• Before building a fence, garage, or new structure near a property line

• Before selling or buying land with uncertain boundary lines

• When facing a dispute with a neighbor or adjacent business

• When city permits require proof of boundaries

• Before splitting or subdividing property

How South Texas Surveying Can Help

• ✅ Fast turnaround on boundary and improvement surveys

• ✅ Licensed and insured team serving all of Greater Houston

• ✅ Court-admissible survey documents when needed

• ✅ Clear communication with real estate agents, attorneys, and title companies

• ✅ Trusted by homeowners, developers, and property managers alike

Areas We Serve

We help resolve boundary disputes across:

• Houston – Midtown, Heights, Galleria, Westchase

• Montgomery County – Conroe, Magnolia, Willis

• Harris County – Cypress, Katy, Spring

• Fort Bend County – Sugar Land, Richmond, Fulshear

• Brazoria & Galveston Counties – Pearland, Manvel, Friendswood

Don’t let a property line dispute turn into a costly legal battle. A certified land survey from South Texas Surveying can provide the clarity—and peace of mind—you need.