Land Surveyor Melbourne
Land Surveying & Land Development Services in Melbourne, Victoria.
Reddie Surveys is a licensed land surveying company with over 40 years of experience providing professional land surveying services throughout Melbourne and surrounding areas. Our surveyors work with homeowners, builders, architects, developers and property owners to provide accurate surveying solutions for residential, commercial and development projects.
If you need to establish your property boundaries, prepare for construction, undertake a land subdivision or understand the features and levels of your site, our team can provide the surveying expertise you need.
Our Melbourne land surveying services include:
- Re-establishment and boundary surveys
- Feature and level surveys
- Site analysis surveys
- Land subdivision
- Building and construction set-outs
- Title surveys
- Town planning
- Underground service location
If you’re unsure which type of survey you need, please give us a call and our team can help you determine the most appropriate surveying service.
Our Surveying Services Melbourne
Re-Establishment & Boundary Surveys
A re-establishment survey determines the legal boundaries of your property and shows its relationship to existing fences, buildings and other structures. This type of survey can be particularly important before building, extending a property, replacing a boundary fence or commencing a development. The surveyors at Reddie undertake detailed research and use surveying equipment to determine the location of the title boundaries and can mark the boundaries on site where required.
Feature & Level Survey
A feature and level survey records the physical characteristics of a property and its surrounding area including underground landmarks.
Depending on the requirements of your project, this can include:
- Ground levels and contours
- Buildings and structures
- Driveways and paths
- Trees and vegetation
- Fences
- Retaining walls
- Roads and kerbs
- Drainage features
- Visible services and other site features
Feature and level surveys provide architects, engineers, builders and designers with detailed information about the project site before plans are created. M.J. Reddie Surveys provide the final survey data in numerous formats to ensure compliance with the needs of your application.
Site Analysis Surveys
A site analysis survey provides detailed information about a site and its surroundings to help with designing and planning of a development. Understanding the existing features, levels, boundaries and surrounding area can help your design team identify opportunities and potential constraints before development begins. This information may be required as part of a planning application with the council and can help ensure the proposed development is designed appropriately.
Subdivision
Planning to divide your property into two or more lots? Reddie Surveys can assist with the surveying and subdivision process, from the initial assessment through to the preparation of subdivision documentation. A plan of subdivision allows land to be divided into two or more new parcels that can be dealt with separately. In Victoria, plans of subdivision are prepared and lodged under the Subdivision Act 1988, with licensed surveyors playing a key role in the process.
We can assist with subdivisions for residential properties, multi-unit developments and larger land developments.
Building Set-Outs
Before construction begins, accurate building and construction set-out information is essential to make sure buildings and other structures on the property are positioned correctly.
Our surveyors can provide construction set-out services to help builders accurately locate proposed structures on the site in accordance with the approved plans. A construction set-out can help reduce the risk of the build being incorrectly positioned.
Title Survey
A title survey provides a detailed report about the relationship between your legal property boundaries and existing site features.
This can be particularly useful when buying property, building close to a boundary, replacing a fence or investigating whether existing structures are correctly positioned.
If you’re unsure where your legal property boundaries are, speaking with a licensed land surveyor before commencing work can provide greater certainty.
Underground Utility Location Services
Reddie Surveys provides underground utility location services to accurately detect underground utilities, including water, stormwater, sewage, electrical, gas, and Telstra lines.
With precision and accuracy, we locate your utility services, ensuring you know exactly where they are. We mark the locations and depths using clear, visible marking paint, providing a reliable reference for tradespeople and contractors on-site. You’ll also receive a detailed report outlining the utility locations and depths, assisting with future development planning.
What Does a Land Surveyor Do?
A land surveyor measures and maps land and the natural and built features on or around a property. Depending on the scope of the project, a surveyor may establish property boundaries, measure levels and features, prepare plans for development or assist with the subdivision of land.
In Victoria, cadastral surveying relates specifically to determining and re-establishing property boundaries. This is a legally binding land survey that contains the true legal edges of the land and physical marks. Cadastral surveys must be performed or supervised by a practising licensed surveyor.
Find out more about cadastral surveying here.
A land surveyor may be involved at several stages of a property or development project, from the initial site investigation through to construction and subdivision.
For example, you may need a land surveyor when:
- Building a new home
- Constructing an extension
- Installing or replacing a boundary fence
- Planning a subdivision
- Developing multiple properties
- Establishing the location of title boundaries
- Preparing plans for council
- Setting out a building or structure
- Investigating a potential boundary dispute
Accurate surveying at the beginning of a project can help identify potential issues before construction or development begins.
When Do You Need a Land Surveyor in Melbourne?
Not every property project requires the same type of survey, this will all depend on what your intentions are. You may need a licensed land surveyor if you’re:
Building a new home
A survey can provide your builder, architect or designer with important information about the property’s boundaries, levels and existing features.
Building or replacing a fence
If you’re unsure where the legal boundary sits, a re-establishment survey can help determine the correct position before your new fence is installed.
Planning an extension
Understanding your property’s boundaries and existing site conditions can help your design team prepare accurate plans.
Subdividing land
Subdivision requires accurate information about the property and its boundaries. A licensed surveyor is involved in preparing the relevant subdivision documentation.
Developing multiple properties
Large or complex developments can require a range of surveying services throughout the planning, design and construction process.
Resolving a boundary issue
If you believe a fence, building or other structure may not be positioned on the correct boundary, a licensed surveyor can investigate the property’s title boundaries ensuring your boundary line is correctly marked.
Why Choose Reddie Surveys?
Choosing the right land surveyor is an important part of your property or development project. At Reddie Surveys, we focus on providing accurate surveying information, practical advice and personalised service.
Experienced Surveyors
Our team has over 40 years of experience across residential, commercial and land development projects.
Licensed Land Surveying
Reddie surveys land surveyors are licesnsed with up to date training and modern equipment to ensure our surveys are accurate.
Comprehensive Services
From boundary and re-establishment surveys through to feature surveys, construction set-outs and subdivision, we can assist with a broad range of surveying requirements.
Local Knowledge
We work across Melbourne and surrounding areas and understand the importance of local planning and development requirements by local councils.
Personal Service
Every property and project is different. We take the time to understand what you’re trying to achieve and recommend the surveying services appropriate to your needs.
What Information Does a Land Surveyor Need?
When requesting a quote, it can be helpful to provide:
- The property address
- A copy of your Certificate of Title, if available
- Existing plans or surveys
- Details of what you intend to build or develop
- Any relevant planning or building documents
- Your preferred timeframe
Don’t worry if you don’t have all of this information. Our friendly team can explain what is required for your particular project.
Frequently Asked Questions?
How much does a land survey cost in Melbourne?
The cost of a land survey depends on the type of survey required and the complexity of the property. Factors such as the size and location of the site, existing structures, available survey records and the purpose of the survey can all affect the cost.
The best way to obtain an accurate price is to provide your property details and project requirements so we can prepare a quote.
Do I need a licensed land surveyor?
If your project involves determining or re-establishing legal property boundaries, you need to engage a licensed surveyor. Victorian Government guidance states that cadastral surveys must be performed or supervised by a practising licensed surveyor.
What is a re-establishment survey?
A re-establishment survey determines the location of a property’s legal title boundaries and establishes their position on the ground. It can be useful before construction, fencing, extensions, subdivision or when investigating a boundary issue.
Do I need a survey before building a house?
The surveying requirements depend on your project, but a feature and level survey and/or re-establishment survey may be required to provide your architect, designer or builder with accurate information about the site.
Can a land surveyor help with subdivision?
Yes. Licensed surveyors play an important role in the subdivision process and prepare plans of subdivision and associated surveying documentation. In Victoria, plans of subdivision are lodged under the Subdivision Act 1988.
What is the difference between a feature survey and a boundary survey?
A boundary or re-establishment survey focuses on determining the legal property boundaries. A feature and level survey records the physical characteristics and levels of the site. Depending on your project, you may require one or both.
Our Local Service Areas
Our offices located in Harkaway and Inverloch. We service all suburbs in Melbourne, South East of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and South Gippsland. If your property is outside these areas, contact us to discuss your project. We can let you know whether we're able to assist. Contact us to speak to a surveyor.
- Melbourne
- All Bayside Suburbs
- Cranbourne
- Cranbourne North
- Clyde
- Pearcedale
- Tooradin
- Drouin
- Narre Warren
- Berwick
- Hampton Park
- Lynbrook
- Dandenong
- Keysborough
- Springvale
- Pakenham
- Beaconsfield
- Officer
- Nar Nar Goon
- Emerald
- Cockatoo
- Gembrook
- Tynong
- Garfield
- Cora Lyn
- Lang Lang
- Warragul
- Rowville
- Koo Wee Rup
- Inverloch
- Phillip Island
- Cowes
- Anderson
- Kilcunda
- Bass
- Woolamai
- Bunyip
- Devon Meadows
- Endeavour Hills
- Langwarrin
- Doveton
- Botanic Ridge
- Moe
- Mornington Peninsula
- Frankston
- Seaford
- Carrum Downs
- Mount Burnett
- Mount Martha
- Mt Eliza
- Geelong
- Anglesea
- Traralgon
- Morwell
- Trafalgar
- Churchill
- and all surrounding towns
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Our Location
Head Office: Harkaway
Inverloch Office: Inverloch
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P: (03) 9707 4117 | M: 0438 538 870