Floodplain Changes Boost Flood Elevation Certificate Demand
Life near the ocean in York, Maine brings great views, fresh air, and easy trips to the beach. However, living close to the coast also means paying attention to flood risk. Recently, work along the southern Maine coast has brought more focus to how shorelines and flood zones can change over time. Because of this, […]
Boundary Survey: Avoid Costly Property Line Disputes
Property lines may look simple. Many people think fences, trees, or stone walls show where land begins and ends. However, land boundaries can be more complex. Recent news about the York–Kittery border issue shows how confusing boundaries can become when records are not clear. While that issue involved two towns, the same problem can happen […]
When to Call a Licensed Surveyor After Storm Damage
The morning after a nor’easter hits York, everything looks different. Snow piles up against seawalls. Fences lean. Dunes shift. Driveways crack. In some areas near the coast, water pushes sand and debris into yards that looked fine just days before. Naturally, once the storm clears, most homeowners focus on cleanup and repairs. However, there’s one […]