ALTA Survey Providers in Washington
18 firms provide ALTA Survey services in Washington — 3 with a verified Washington presence and 15 national providers covering the state. Typical Washington pricing runs $3,600–$9,600.
Those figures come from our Washington ALTA Survey cost analysis, which applies Washington's regional cost index to the national base rate of $3,000–$8,000. Washington sits 20% above that base, reflecting local labor rates and market demand.
Washington Local Providers (3)
Firms with a verified Washington presence. Local providers typically know county-level records access and regional pricing better than a national desk.
National Providers Serving Washington (15)
National firms carry multi-state licensing and are usually the right call for portfolio deals spanning several states.
How to Choose a ALTA Survey Provider in Washington
- Washington licensure. The survey must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in Washington. Verify the licence, not just the firm's footprint.
- Table A experience. Which optional items your lender requires drives both cost and schedule — see the Table A configurator.
- Field crew availability. National firms sometimes subcontract Washington fieldwork. Ask whether the crew is in-house.
- Title company coordination. The surveyor needs the title commitment early; firms that chase it themselves save a week.
- Record of survey requirements. Some states require a recorded survey, which adds cost and time. Confirm what applies in Washington.
Washington Metro Markets
ALTA Survey pricing across the Washington markets we track. Most providers above serve all of them:
What Moves the Price in Washington
Property type shifts ALTA Survey cost more than geography does. These carry the largest premiums over a standard commercial parcel:
- Junkyard / Salvage Yard — +60% ($5,760–$15,360 in Washington).
- Gas Station — +50% ($5,400–$14,400 in Washington).
- Dry Cleaner — +40% ($5,040–$13,440 in Washington).
- Manufacturing Facility — +40% ($5,040–$13,440 in Washington).
- Shooting Range — +35% ($4,860–$12,960 in Washington).
- Marina / Boat Storage — +35% ($4,860–$12,960 in Washington).
Washington ALTA Survey Cost by Parcel Size
After property type, acreage is the largest driver of an ALTA survey quote — more boundary to walk, more corners to set, more field days. Applied to Washington pricing:
| Parcel size | Multiplier | Washington cost |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 acres | 1× | $3,600 – $9,600 |
| 1-5 acres | 1.2× | $4,320 – $11,520 |
| 5-10 acres | 1.5× | $5,400 – $14,400 |
| 10-25 acres | 2× | $7,200 – $19,200 |
| 25-50 acres | 2.5× | $9,000 – $24,000 |
| 50+ acres | 3× | $10,800 – $28,800 |
Washington also requires the survey to be recorded, which adds roughly $1,200 in recording and preparation cost on top of the figures above. Confirm the recording fee is included in any quote you compare.
Turnaround and Rush Pricing in Washington
Standard turnaround is about 14 days from engagement in Washington. Rush service compresses that to roughly 5 days and prices at $5,400–$14,400 — a 50% premium. The binding constraint is usually the title commitment and field crew scheduling, so getting the title work moving early buys more time than paying a rush premium.
Ask any Washington provider what their quoted turnaround actually starts from — engagement, retainer receipt, or receipt of the title commitment. That definition is where most schedule disputes come from.
Lender Survey Requirements
Which lender is financing the Washington deal determines both the Table A items your surveyor must include and how recently the survey must be dated. A survey that ages out has to be re-certified or re-run:
| Lender | Table A items | Survey age limit |
|---|---|---|
| Fannie Mae Multifamily | 14 | 360 days before recording |
| Freddie Mac Multifamily | 14 | 90 days before Note date |
| SBA 7(a) Loan | 14 | Per title company requirements |
| SBA 504 Loan | 14 | Per title company requirements |
| HUD/FHA Multifamily | 19 | 90 days for new surveys |
| CMBS (Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities) | 15 | Typically 180 days |
| Conventional Commercial | 11 | Varies by lender |
Confirm the requirement set before you commission the survey — adding a Table A item after fieldwork usually means a second site visit. The Table A configurator builds the exact item list for your lender.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a ALTA Survey cost in Washington?
A ALTA Survey in Washington typically costs $3,600 to $9,600, about 20% above the national base rate. Property type and scope move the figure more than location does.
How many ALTA Survey providers serve Washington?
We track 18 firms serving Washington: 3 with a verified Washington presence and 15 national providers that cover the state.
Do I need a Washington-licensed surveyor?
Yes. Land surveying is a state-licensed profession, and an ALTA/NSPS survey of Washington property must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in Washington. National firms meet this by holding licences in each state they serve, so confirm the licence covers Washington before engaging.