From historical landmarks to riverside parcels, Westmoreland County features diverse terrain that requires thoughtful, detail-driven surveying. Backed by extensive experience, James River Surveying assists homeowners, real estate professionals, and builders throughout the county with accurate surveys and reliable documentation. From properties in and around Montross to expansive tracts along the Potomac River, we provide the precision and clarity needed for projects of every scale.

Detailed boundary mapping to verify your exact lot limits and any encroachments.

Precise surveys that ensure your fence is placed correctly.

Trusted surveys for additions, garages, and screened-in porches.

Comprehensive ALTA surveys for commercial purchasers and lenders.

Divide your land or move your property line.

Certified elevation data for flood insurance and permitting.

Detailed terrain maps that support design, grading, and site development.

Precise land surveys that protect your investment before you build or buy.
We’re locally owned. We live in the Richmond and Norfolk areas, and we work all over Virginia!
Our surveyors don’t get pulled away on large civil projects or for overnight travel. We get the work done fast so that you get results quickly.
We excel at residential, boundary, and ALTA surveys. Because we focus on one area of surveying, you get high-quality work you can trust.
Serving Westmoreland County, VA, James River Surveying combines regional expertise with state-of-the-art equipment to deliver high-quality land surveys. Our team understands Virginia property laws, riverfront lot challenges, and evolving development requirements—ensuring clients receive dependable information they can trust.
A land surveyor measures, maps, and verifies property boundaries to provide accurate information for building, buying, or planning projects.
You may need a survey for buying a home, installing a fence, planning construction, verifying boundaries, or resolving a property concern.
Most residential surveys are completed within a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on property size and available records.
We provide boundary, fence, addition, topographic, subdivision, and elevation certificate surveys for residential and commercial properties.
Our surveys are highly accurate thanks to professional equipment and detailed boundary research. Surveying equipment is significantly more precise than cell phones and apps such as GIS or onX Hunt.
Yes, we locate and mark property corners so you can easily identify boundary points for fencing, projects, or future reference.
Yes, a survey ensures structures are placed correctly and meet required building, setback, and permitting guidelines.
Costs vary based on lot size, terrain, and research needed. Send us a text with your address and reason for the survey and we will send you a free estimate!
Westmoreland’s mix of shoreline, rolling farmland, and historic communities makes accurate surveying crucial. Whether planning a new build, reviewing boundaries, or evaluating land before purchase, we provide clear, precise results that support confident decisions.