Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Land Surveying Services in Fort Wayne, IN
Sauer Land Surveying, Inc. has been a trusted provider of surveying and engineering services in Fort Wayne, Indiana, since 1993. Founded by John C. Sauer and co-owned since 2019 by Wade Hacker and Joseph R. Herendeen, PS, our team brings over 75 combined years of expertise to residential and commercial projects. We specialize in boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographical surveys, and erosion control design, utilizing cutting-edge GPS and robotic total station equipment alongside Carlson Survey 2025 Embedded AutoCAD software. Our commitment to precision and client satisfaction is reflected in our reinvestment in technology, employee training, and research. With a focus on Northeast Indiana, we navigate municipal regulations and approval processes to deliver timely, cost-effective solutions.Our staff includes licensed professionals and technicians dedicated to exceeding client expectations through accuracy and transparency. We offer free estimates and prioritize clear communication to ensure clients understand their survey results and implications. Our history of successful commercial development and residential plat design underscores our ability to handle complex projects. We maintain rigorous standards of professionalism, adhering to industry best practices and leveraging decades of collective experience to address modern surveying challenges.
Services
Residential Surveys
Commercial Surveys
ALTA/NSPS Surveys
Topographical Mapping
Erosion Control Design
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in Northeast Indiana land surveying.
- Our team utilizes GPS and robotic total station equipment for maximum accuracy.
- We specialize in navigating Fort Wayne municipal regulations and approval processes.
- Our staff includes licensed professionals with expertise in commercial development design.
- We provide free estimates and detailed Surveyor's Reports for all projects.
Services
Residential Surveys
We conduct comprehensive residential boundary surveys and Surveyor Location Reports for property transactions. Our services include corner stake placement, setback analysis, and easement identification to protect homeowners' investments. Certified surveys come with detailed Surveyor's Reports explaining findings.
Commercial Surveys
Our commercial division handles construction layout, subdivision design, and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys for developers. We optimize lot configurations while maintaining regulatory compliance, utilizing GPS technology for precise commercial project staking and routing.
Topographical Mapping
We create detailed topographical surveys showing natural and man-made features. These maps support construction planning, drainage analysis, and zoning compliance using advanced Carlson Survey software and GPS equipment.
Erosion Control Design
Our erosion control services include designing sediment barriers and drainage solutions. We integrate environmental considerations with regulatory requirements to prevent soil loss on residential and commercial construction sites.
ALTA Surveys
We perform ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys meeting national standards for commercial property transactions. These comprehensive surveys identify boundary details, improvements, and encumbrances to support title insurance requirements.
People
Wade Hacker
Co-Owner
Co-owner with 28+ years of field surveying experience. Graduated from ITT Technical College, specializing in grading, staking, and complex commercial/residential surveys using GPS technology.
Joseph R. Herendeen
Professional Surveyor
Co-owner and licensed Professional Surveyor with 24 years of experience. Apprentice to founder John Sauer, specializing in subdivision design and municipal routing procedures.
Holly A. Miller
Professional Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in surveying-related engineering projects. Joined the team in 2025 to expand engineering service capabilities for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What types of surveys do you offer?
We provide residential boundary surveys, commercial ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographical mapping, erosion control design, and subdivision platting services.
Do you serve areas outside Fort Wayne?
We primarily serve Allen County and surrounding areas in Northeast Indiana, covering both urban and rural properties.
How much does a land survey cost?
Costs vary by property size and complexity. Contact us for a free, customized proposal based on your specific surveying needs.
Can I get just property corner staking?
For liability reasons, we only provide corner staking as part of a full boundary survey to ensure accurate property line determination.
What technology do you use?
We utilize GPS systems, robotic total stations, and Carlson Survey 2025 Embedded AutoCAD software for precise data collection and visualization.
