Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Land Surveying Partner in Whitesburg, TN
M. Lacey Land Surveying is a full-service land surveying firm dedicated to delivering high-quality services to clients across East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. With over four decades of experience, our team combines advanced technology and irreplaceable expertise to provide personalized, professional solutions tailored to individual client needs. Centrally located between the Tri-Cities and Knoxville, Tennessee, we serve Hawkins, Sullivan, Washington, Greene, Hamblen, Jefferson, Claiborne, Grainger, Sevier, and Knox Counties. Our commitment to excellence ensures clients receive the highest value for the least cost, with a focus on accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement in all surveying projects. 
Services
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
Boundary/Retracement Surveys
Location Surveys
Topographic Surveys
Utility & Infrastructure Surveys
Construction Surveying
As-built Surveys
FEMA Elevation Certificates
Cellular Tower Surveys
Right-of-Way/Strip Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in land surveying across the eastern United States.
- Our team utilizes state-of-the-art technology for accurate and efficient surveying solutions.
- We provide personalized services tailored to the unique needs of each client.
- Our expertise spans commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects with precision.
- We are centrally located to serve East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia efficiently.
What people say
Accurate boundary identification
Reliable topographic mapping
Expertise in construction layout
Timely project completion
Personalized client service
Services
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys are specialized commercial surveys adhering to standards set by the American Land Title Association and National Society of Professional Surveyors. These surveys identify property boundaries, easements, and encroachments, ensuring compliance with lender requirements. They are critical for large commercial or multi-family residential transactions.
Boundary/Retracement Surveys
Boundary/Retracement Surveys reestablish property corners and map limits to resolve discrepancies between record descriptions and adjoining properties. This service identifies possession limits, fences, and visible improvements, ensuring accurate boundary representation for legal and development purposes.
Topographic Surveys
Topographic Surveys depict terrain features and existing improvements for residential and commercial site planning. These surveys provide elevation data, drainage patterns, and utility locations, aiding engineers and architects in designing accurate site plans and infrastructure projects.
Construction Surveying
Construction Surveying establishes precise horizontal and vertical positions for new structures, including roads, utilities, and buildings. Stakes and grade sheets guide construction teams, ensuring alignment with design plans and minimizing costly errors during project execution.
As-built Surveys
As-built Surveys verify that completed improvements conform to site plans and property boundaries. These surveys are required by municipalities and lenders to document post-construction conditions, ensuring compliance with permits and design specifications.
People
Michael Lacey
Owner
Michael Lacey, RLS, has over 40 years of experience in land surveying across the eastern United States. He specializes in boundary, topographic, and construction surveys, serving clients in real estate, development, and infrastructure projects.
Questions
What is an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey?
An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is a detailed commercial survey meeting standards set by the American Land Title Association and National Society of Professional Surveyors, identifying boundaries, easements, and encroachments.
How much does a survey cost?
Survey costs depend on project complexity, acreage, and required documentation. Contact us for a customized estimate based on your specific needs.
What information is needed for an accurate estimate?
Provide the legal description, tax lot designation, address, property size, survey purpose, and scope of services required for an accurate cost estimate.
How long does a survey take?
Timeline varies based on project size, terrain, and current workload. We provide an estimated completion timeframe in our proposal after reviewing your requirements.
Why might survey acreage differ from the deed?
Modern surveying equipment provides more precise measurements than historical methods, leading to minor discrepancies in acreage calculations without altering actual property boundaries.
What survey is needed for new construction?
A boundary and topographic survey is recommended to assist designers in determining the location, size, and height of proposed improvements for new construction projects.
