Elevation Certificate Rules: What Homeowners Need to Know

Residents and emergency workers placing sandbags to protect homes from flooding in Oklahoma City, highlighting the importance of an elevation certificate for flood risk assessment.

Elevation certificate rules may seem confusing at first. However, understanding them is easier than you think. If you own a home in Oklahoma City or plan to buy property here, this guide will help you navigate the process. What Is an Elevation Certificate? An elevation certificate is a document showing your home’s location, lowest floor […]

What to Expect During a Boundary Survey 

Downtown Oklahoma City skyline — area served by licensed boundary survey professionals

A boundary survey clearly defines the limits of your property. In Oklahoma City, this service is often used when buying land, starting a building project, or resolving a disagreement with a neighbor. By knowing exactly where your property begins and ends, you can meet local requirements, avoid potential issues, and move forward with confidence. What […]

How to Prepare for a Topo Survey

Licensed land surveyor conducting a topographic survey with a total station in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City’s mix of flat lots, sloped land, and clay-based soils makes site planning tricky. A topographic survey (topo survey) gives a clear picture of your property’s elevations, drainage patterns, and features so your project is designed to work with the land, not against it. What Is a Topo Survey and Why It Matters Unlike […]