Surveyors carry out (or supervise the process of carrying out) the necessary design, measurements, calculations and plan and document presentation involved in a particular survey.

Consulting Surveyors offer many services and are very experienced so they will most likely be able to determine your needs.

It is also likely that you have been directed to use the services of a Surveyor by a professional such as a Solicitor or Architect and they would direct you as to your requirements.

You may wish to engage a Surveyor who operates in your geographic area or you can select a surveyor according to the particular service that they provide.

You'll find our handy Find a Surveyor search useful for finding Surveyors in Victoria.

The Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria has a published register of current licensed Surveyors and this can be accessed via http://www.surveyorsboard.vic.gov.au/. All ACSV members are licensed surveyors.

The ACSV publishes an annual Recommended Guide for Survey Fees. This provides the basis for the understanding of fees.

The cost of any Survey is dependent on the particular site requirement. A brief discussion with a Consulting Surveyor regarding fees is generally an obligation free exercise.

For a general idea of pricing you can view our Fees page where the annual Recommended Guide for Survey Fees is published.

This is dependent on the particular site however it is generally subject to the following (in order):

• The time taken for the relevant Survey information to become available prior to the survey being carried out
• Weather conditions and site access for field measurements
• Post processing of collected data
• Plan preparation and printing
• Other factors (i.e. Council etc.)

The Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria is developing methods to deal with disputes relating to professional and ethical matters; however the ACSV is prepared to have preliminary discussions in the event of a dispute regarding the conduct of a member firm.

ACSV (Association of Consulting Surveyors Victoria) is a body representing the majority of active Survey Firms in Victoria, operating as a collective voice and professional organisation. Among the functions and aims of the ACSV is the desire to see professional survey services carried out to the highest standards.

Members of ACSV are private practicing firms operating in Victoria who have made a commitment to providing the highest standard of professional service.

ACSV members have access to the services provided by ACSV. These services ensure particular Surveyors are informed and conversant with the current requirement and methods to provide the best available service.