Business Details
22 Years
experience
Professional Land Surveying Services in McKinney, TX
North Texas Surveying is a family-owned surveying company based in McKinney, Texas, with over 26 years of experience in the industry. Established in 2004 by Michael B. Arthur, our team has grown from two to ten professionals dedicated to delivering accurate and reliable surveying solutions. Our expertise spans boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, serving clients across Collin County and surrounding areas. With a legacy rooted in surveying since 1971 through the Arthur family, we combine generational knowledge with modern technology to meet diverse project needs. Our staff includes registered professional land surveyors and senior technicians with decades of combined experience in boundary resolution, route surveys, and complex data analysis.We prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, adherence to industry standards, and timely project completion. Our commitment to precision and ethical practices has earned us strong recommendations from long-term clients and industry peers. We serve municipalities, developers, and private landowners across McKinney, Plano, Frisco, and other Collin County communities. Our office team ensures seamless project coordination, from initial research to final plat preparation, maintaining rigorous quality control throughout. This dedication to excellence positions us as a trusted partner for all surveying requirements in North Texas.
Services
Land Title Surveys
Boundary Surveys
Topographic Surveys
Construction Staking
Route Surveys
Subdivision Platting
GPS Control Surveys
As-Built Surveys
Deed Research
Engineering Design Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Family-owned business with 26+ years of local surveying expertise
- 10-person team of registered professionals and senior technicians
- Specialized in boundary resolution and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys
- Serving Collin County communities since 2004
- Owner Michael Arthur brings 40 years of industry experience
Associations and certifications
- TBPLS Firm No. 10074200
What people say
Great experience
Knowledgeable professionals
Best surveying company
Resolved title issues
Fast service
Services
Land Title Surveys
ALTA/NSPS-compliant land title surveys identify property boundaries, easements, and encroachments for commercial transactions. Our team uses advanced GPS technology and historical deed research to ensure legal accuracy. Clients receive detailed plats that meet lender and title company requirements for real estate deals.
Boundary Surveys
Precise boundary surveys establish legal property lines through field measurements and historical record analysis. We resolve disputes, support land development, and prepare documentation for municipal approvals. Our process includes physical monumentation and digital mapping for residential and commercial properties.
Topographic Surveys
Detailed topographic surveys map natural and man-made features with elevation data for engineering and construction planning. We use robotic total stations and 3D scanning to create accurate terrain models. Results support drainage analysis, site development, and infrastructure projects across diverse land types.
Construction Staking
Construction staking services translate design plans into physical markers for accurate building placement. Our team establishes benchmarks, utility locations, and structural layouts using GPS and total station technology. This ensures compliance with engineering specifications and municipal regulations during development projects.
Subdivision Platting
Subdivision platting services create legal land divisions for residential and commercial developments. We prepare detailed plats showing lot dimensions, easements, and roadways that meet municipal requirements. Our process includes boundary analysis, floodplain assessments, and coordination with local planning departments for approval.
People
Michael B. Arthur
Owner/RPLS
With 40 years of surveying experience, Michael established North Texas Surveying in 2004. He oversees project management from research to completion, specializing in boundary resolution, construction surveys, and legal descriptions while maintaining industry standards.
Chad Holcomb
Survey Manager/RPLS
Chad brings 28 years of expertise in survey project management and AutoCAD analysis. He coordinates multi-crew operations, ensures deadline compliance, and specializes in synthesizing complex data for accurate topographic and boundary survey solutions.
Michael L. Swanson
Field Coordinator
Michael has 28 years of field survey experience, training crews and operating advanced equipment. His expertise includes ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, and problem-solving for complex land surveying challenges across residential and commercial projects.
Charlene Nease
Office Manager
Charlene manages daily office operations since 2011, handling project research, client communications, and financial administration. Her organizational skills and customer service focus ensure smooth project coordination between field teams and clients.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, route surveys, and subdivision platting for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
How long have you been in business?
North Texas Surveying has operated since 2004, with owner Michael Arthur bringing 40 years of industry experience through family surveying legacy dating to 1971.
Do you serve areas outside McKinney?
We serve all Collin County cities including Plano, Frisco, Allen, Carrollton, Celina, Dallas, Garland, Lucas, Prosper, Richardson, and Wylie.
What makes your company different?
Our combination of generational expertise, 10-person professional team, and commitment to precise, code-compliant surveying solutions sets us apart in North Texas.
Can you handle complex commercial projects?
Yes, our team specializes in resolving title issues and delivering detailed surveys for commercial developments, with experience in multi-crew operations and advanced mapping technologies.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
We prioritize timely service, often completing projects faster than industry averages while maintaining rigorous accuracy standards for all survey types.
Reviews (3)
Craig Calhoun
Apr 16, 2021
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North Texas Surveying took on a complicated real estate project for us this last month. They have displayed a level of responsiveness and professionalism that is commendable in their industry. Purchasing real estate is stressful enough by itself. Chad and team were quick and thorough on survey requests and answering questions. Very impressed!
Peter Loveall
Jun 24, 2020
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Professional crews and highest integrity regarding marks and proper historical research. I would recommend them if you want the survey done correctly.
Daisy Johnson
Jun 23, 2020
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They are incredibly patient and thorough. We had a complicated situation, as we are in the ETJ of Princeton, with a public access easement. They worked hard on the survey/plat, answered all our questions, and even corresponded with the city directly at times. Competitive prices, and fair.
