Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Land Surveying Solutions
Plisga & Day has been Maine's premier land surveying firm for over 30 years, delivering precise and reliable surveying, mapping, and geospatial solutions. Founded in 1978, we combine traditional expertise with cutting-edge technology to serve residential, commercial, and municipal clients across Maine and beyond. Our team of licensed surveyors and dedicated professionals maintains a unique staff-to-project ratio, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and tailored service for every client. We specialize in boundary retracement, development planning, flood elevation certification, and expert witness testimony, adhering to national standards for commercial projects while providing customized solutions for individual needs. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of advanced GPS mapping, photogrammetry, and GIS systems, supported by comprehensive title research and documentation.With offices in Bangor, Houlton, and Belfast, we offer localized expertise backed by decades of regional experience. Our work supports critical infrastructure projects, environmental compliance, and property dispute resolution, maintaining transparency and accuracy throughout every engagement. We prioritize client education, offering interactive mapping tools and detailed reports to clarify complex land issues. Our reputation for excellence is built on employee dedication, continuous professional development, and adherence to strict industry standards. As a trusted partner for municipalities, attorneys, and property owners, we deliver actionable data that meets both technical requirements and practical needs.
Services
Boundary Surveying
Flood Elevation Certification
Municipal Mapping
Development Planning
Expert Witness Testimony
Title Insurance Support
Control Surveys
Cartography
Specialty Surveys
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined experience from our lead professionals
- Our team uses advanced GPS and GIS technology for precise measurements
- We maintain a unique professional-to-staff ratio for quality control
- Our services adhere to national ALTA/ACSM and FEMA standards
- We provide interactive mapping tools for better client understanding
What people say
Exceptional accuracy
Professional staff
Timely delivery
Technical expertise
Clear documentation
Services
Boundary Surveying
Our boundary surveys combine title research, field investigation, and monumentation to establish property lines. We use national standards for commercial properties while providing customized solutions for residential needs. Services include ALTA/ACSM surveys, mortgage inspections, and title sketches that meet lending requirements.
Flood Elevation Certification
We determine flood zone status and prepare Elevation Certificates for mortgage requirements. Our surveys help clients obtain Letters of Map Amendment to remove properties from flood zones. Services include base flood elevation analysis and documentation for insurance rate determination.
Municipal Mapping
We provide boundary retracement, tax mapping, and GIS base mapping for towns and cities. Our work supports comprehensive planning, cemetery mapping, and infrastructure development projects across Maine's municipalities.
Development Services
We support land development projects with topographic surveys, site plans, and construction layout. Our services include environmental permitting, subdivision planning, and coordination with engineers for commercial and residential developments.
Expert Witness Services
Our licensed surveyors provide expert testimony in boundary disputes and property litigation. We prepare detailed exhibits, analyze deed documents, and offer technical support for court cases involving easements, encroachments, and land partitions.
People
Shawn Mitchell
Professional Land Surveyor
Licensed surveyor with extensive experience in boundary retracement and municipal projects. Specializes in complex title research and digital mapping solutions.
Jonathan M. Stewart
Professional Land Surveyor
Expert in development surveys and construction layout. Focuses on commercial site planning and environmental permitting compliance.
Adam N. Robinson
Professional Land Surveyor
Specializes in flood elevation certification and FEMA mapping. Provides technical support for coastal property assessments.
Clark G. Staples
Professional Land Surveyor
Municipal survey specialist with expertise in tax mapping and comprehensive plan development for Maine towns.
Brian P. Taylor
Professional Land Surveyor
Focuses on specialty surveys including hydrographic mapping and accident site analysis. Utilizes robotic surveying technology for precision measurements.
Questions
What types of land surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, flood elevation certifications, municipal mapping, development planning, and specialty surveys for residential, commercial, and government clients.
How do you handle complex property disputes?
Our licensed surveyors use title research, field investigation, and digital mapping to resolve boundary issues and provide expert testimony when needed.
Are your surveys accepted for bank loans?
Yes, we perform ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys and Mortgage Inspection Sketches that meet national lending requirements.
Do you work outside Maine?
While based in Maine, we've completed projects in New England and beyond, including border areas of New Brunswick, Canada.
How do you use technology in your surveys?
We employ GPS mapping, LIDAR, photogrammetry, and GIS systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency in all our surveying projects.