ALTA Survey Providers in West Virginia
15 firms provide ALTA Survey services in West Virginia — 0 with a verified West Virginia presence and 15 national providers covering the state. Typical West Virginia pricing runs $2,400–$6,400.
Those figures come from our West Virginia ALTA Survey cost analysis, which applies West Virginia's regional cost index to the national base rate of $3,000–$8,000. West Virginia sits 20% below that base, reflecting local labor rates and market demand.
Local Providers in West Virginia
We do not yet track a firm headquartered in West Virginia for ALTA Survey work. That is a gap in our directory rather than a statement about the West Virginia market — the national providers below all cover the state, and many maintain regional offices. If you run a West Virginia firm, claim a listing.
National Providers Serving West Virginia (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 West Virginia
- West Virginia licensure. The survey must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in West Virginia. 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia.
What Moves the Price in West Virginia
Property type shifts ALTA Survey cost more than geography does. These carry the largest premiums over a standard commercial parcel:
- Junkyard / Salvage Yard — +60% ($3,840–$10,240 in West Virginia).
- Gas Station — +50% ($3,600–$9,600 in West Virginia).
- Dry Cleaner — +40% ($3,360–$8,960 in West Virginia).
- Manufacturing Facility — +40% ($3,360–$8,960 in West Virginia).
- Shooting Range — +35% ($3,240–$8,640 in West Virginia).
- Marina / Boat Storage — +35% ($3,240–$8,640 in West Virginia).
West Virginia 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 West Virginia pricing:
| Parcel size | Multiplier | West Virginia cost |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 acres | 1× | $2,400 – $6,400 |
| 1-5 acres | 1.2× | $2,880 – $7,680 |
| 5-10 acres | 1.5× | $3,600 – $9,600 |
| 10-25 acres | 2× | $4,800 – $12,800 |
| 25-50 acres | 2.5× | $6,000 – $16,000 |
| 50+ acres | 3× | $7,200 – $19,200 |
Turnaround and Rush Pricing in West Virginia
Standard turnaround is about 14 days from engagement in West Virginia. Rush service compresses that to roughly 5 days and prices at $3,600–$9,600 — 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
A ALTA Survey in West Virginia typically costs $2,400 to $6,400, about 20% below the national base rate. Property type and scope move the figure more than location does.
How many ALTA Survey providers serve West Virginia?
We track 15 firms serving West Virginia: 0 with a verified West Virginia presence and 15 national providers that cover the state.
Do I need a West Virginia-licensed surveyor?
Yes. Land surveying is a state-licensed profession, and an ALTA/NSPS survey of West Virginia property must be sealed by a surveyor licensed in West Virginia. National firms meet this by holding licences in each state they serve, so confirm the licence covers West Virginia before engaging.