When buying, selling, financing, or developing commercial property, accuracy is everything.

Lenders, title companies, attorneys, developers, and commercial property owners rely on ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys to provide a detailed understanding of a property’s boundaries, improvements, easements, access, and potential issues before a transaction moves forward.

Calton Land Surveying Services provides professional ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys throughout New Castle, Lawrence County, and surrounding Western Pennsylvania communities. Our experienced team works closely with commercial clients to deliver accurate surveys that meet current American Land Title Association (ALTA) and National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) standards.

Whether you’re purchasing a shopping center, financing an office building, developing industrial property, or refinancing commercial real estate, we provide the reliable survey information your transaction depends on.

What Is an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey?

An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is one of the most comprehensive types of land surveys available.

Unlike a standard boundary survey, an ALTA survey combines detailed field measurements with extensive record research to identify important information that
could affect property ownership, financing, or future development.

An ALTA survey typically documents:

• Property boundaries
• Existing buildings and improvements
• Easements
• Rights-of-way
• Access points
• Utility locations (visible evidence)
• Encroachments
• Fences
• Driveways
• Parking areas
• Roads
• Recorded restrictions
• Other significant site features

The completed survey helps buyers, lenders, title companies, and attorneys better understand the property before closing.

When Is an ALTA Survey Required?

ALTA surveys are commonly requested during commercial real estate transactions.

Typical projects include:

• Commercial property purchases
• Property refinancing
• Commercial development
• Industrial facilities
• Office buildings
• Retail centers
• Apartment complexes
• Multi-family developments
• Investment properties
• Vacant commercial land
• Large agricultural transactions

Many lenders and title companies require an ALTA survey before issuing title insurance or approving financing.

Why ALTA Surveys Matter

Commercial real estate transactions involve significant financial investments.

An ALTA survey helps reduce risk by identifying issues that could affect ownership or future development before the transaction is complete.

Benefits include:

• Confirms property boundaries
• Identifies recorded easements
• Reveals potential encroachments
• Documents existing improvements
• Supports title insurance
• Helps satisfy lender requirements
• Reduces closing delays
• Assists attorneys during due diligence
• Protects buyers and investors

Having accurate survey information before closing helps avoid costly surprises later.

Our ALTA Survey Process

Every ALTA/NSPS survey is completed according to the current standards established by the American Land Title Association and the National Society of Professional Surveyors.

Record Research

We review deeds, title commitments, recorded plats, easements, rights-of-way, and other available documentation related to the property.

Field Survey

Using advanced GPS and robotic surveying equipment, we perform precise field measurements to document existing site conditions and improvements.

Data Analysis

Our licensed Professional Land Surveyor carefully compares field measurements with recorded information to identify any discrepancies or potential concerns.

Final Survey Deliverables

The completed ALTA/NSPS survey is prepared in accordance with applicable standards and customized to meet the needs of your title company, lender, attorney, or project team.

Working With Your Entire Project Team

Commercial real estate transactions often involve multiple professionals working together.

Calton Land Surveying regularly coordinates with:

• Commercial property owners
• Developers
• Commercial lenders
• Title companies
• Real estate attorneys
• Commercial real estate brokers
• Civil engineers
• Architects
• Financial institutions
• Investors

We understand the importance of communication, accuracy, and meeting project deadlines.

Why Choose Calton Land Surveying Services?

Commercial clients throughout Western Pennsylvania trust Calton Land Surveying because we provide dependable surveying services backed by professional expertise and responsive customer service.

Our clients appreciate:

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
• More than 20 years of land surveying experience
• Advanced GPS and robotic surveying technology
• Accurate, detailed survey deliverables
• Experience with commercial projects
• Knowledge of current ALTA/NSPS standards
• Responsive communication
• Timely project completion

We understand that commercial transactions depend on reliable survey information—and we’re committed to delivering it.

Areas We Serve

Calton Land Surveying proudly provides ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys throughout:

• New Castle
• Lawrence County
• Mercer County
• Beaver County
• Butler County
• Allegheny County
• Washington County
• Venango County
• Hermitage
• Sharon
• Grove City
• Beaver Falls
• Ellwood City
• Slippery Rock
• New Wilmington

We also provide surveying services for commercial projects throughout Eastern Ohio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an ALTA survey and a boundary survey?
A boundary survey establishes the legal property lines of a parcel. An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is much more comprehensive, documenting property boundaries along with improvements, easements, access, visible utilities, encroachments, and other information required for commercial real estate transactions.

Who typically requests an ALTA survey?
ALTA surveys are commonly requested by commercial property buyers, lenders, title companies, attorneys, developers, investors, and commercial real estate professionals.

Is an ALTA survey required for every commercial property purchase?
Not always. However, many lenders and title companies require one before financing a transaction or issuing title insurance. Your lender, attorney, or title company can help determine if an ALTA survey is needed.

How long does an ALTA survey take?
The timeline depends on the size of the property, the complexity of the site, available records, and title documentation. After reviewing your project, we’ll provide an estimated completion schedule.

What information do you need to begin?
Typically, we’ll need the property address, legal description, and—if available—the title commitment provided by the title company. Additional project information helps ensure the survey meets your transaction requirements.

Do you work directly with title companies and attorneys?
Yes. We regularly coordinate with title companies, attorneys, lenders, engineers, and commercial real estate professionals to help keep transactions moving efficiently.

Can an ALTA survey be used for development projects?
Absolutely. Many developers use ALTA surveys as part of the due diligence process before purchasing or improving commercial property.

Request an ALTA/NSPS Survey Estimate

Whether you’re purchasing commercial property, refinancing an investment, or preparing for development, Calton Land Surveying provides accurate ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys you can rely on.

Our experienced team works with property owners, developers, lenders, attorneys, and title companies throughout New Castle and Western Pennsylvania to deliver professional survey services that support successful real estate transactions.

Contact Calton Land Surveying Services today to request a free estimate and discuss your ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey needs.