As a Forester, I am trained in surveying, however most of the surveying that we do is for timber sale purposes alone as this is the only exception to our surveying laws other than registered surveyors.

Not sure we have any surveyors here to answer your question. No doubt they spend alot time on their feet, and researching. I would talk with someone local who is in the business as Ron and Alexandra Seigel suggested.

It i hard to find a good surveyor these days. there is only a couple here 

Never been a surveyor, so don't know how to answer.

You taking a survey?

Here is a link for you... https://www.123test.com/professions/profession-real-estate-surveyor/

Sadie,

Ask someone in your area that does that.  They would be more qualified to answer.  A

Since I am not a surveyor, I have no way to provide relevant information in response to your question. I am sure that is true for most Active Rain members.

You check out the dirt, day in, day out, scope out the dirt . 

Talk with the surveyor recommended by your broker.

I do not do real estate surveys ... not of land or otherwise. 

I wish you all the best with this.