Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Land Surveyors in Orillia, Ontario
Established in 1964, Dearden And Stanton has been a trusted provider of land surveying services in Orillia and across Ontario. Our team employs cutting-edge technology and certified professionals to deliver precise measurements and tailored solutions within client timelines and budgets. As licensed members of the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors, Association of Canada Land Surveyors, and Professional Surveyors of Canada, we combine over five decades of expertise with a commitment to quality control and client satisfaction.Our services span boundary surveys, topographic mapping, subdivision planning, and expert litigation support, serving residential, commercial, and corporate clients throughout Central Ontario, including Simcoe County, Muskoka, Parry Sound, and Haliburton. With a focus on innovation and accuracy, we maintain historical records dating back to 1877, ensuring reliable, legally recognized surveys that protect property investments and resolve disputes.
Services
SRPR
Reference Plan
Boundary Survey
Topographic Survey
Lot Grading Plan
Subdivision Plan
Mortgage Surveys
Construction Layout
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We use state-of-the-art GPS and CAD technology for precise, efficient surveys.
- Licensed by Ontario and national surveying associations since 1964.
- Experienced team with over 50 years of combined expertise in cadastral surveying.
- Comprehensive services including boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys.
- Serving Simcoe County, Muskoka, and all of Ontario with local knowledge.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Ontario Land Surveyors
- Association of Canada Land Surveyors
- Professional Surveyors of Canada
What people say
Accurate boundary reports
Expert litigation support
Detailed topographic mapping
Trusted since 1964
Knowledgeable team
Services
Boundary Survey
Boundary surveys precisely define property lines using historical records and modern technology. Our licensed surveyors identify encroachments, easements, and legal boundaries to prevent disputes. Clients receive detailed reports and legally recognized documentation for real estate transactions, construction, or land development.
Topographic Survey
Topographic surveys map natural and man-made features, including elevation changes and underground utilities. These surveys support architectural and engineering designs for drainage, construction, and site planning. We deliver accurate 3D models to guide development projects efficiently and cost-effectively.
Subdivision Plan
Subdivision plans legally divide land into parcels for sale or development. Our team ensures compliance with zoning laws and municipal regulations. Services include site analysis, infrastructure planning, and registration of plans with local authorities to facilitate smooth property transactions.
Lot Grading Plan
Lot grading plans specify elevation changes to direct water away from structures, preventing flooding and erosion. We design compliant plans for residential and commercial properties, ensuring adherence to municipal drainage requirements and environmental standards for sustainable land use.
Construction Layout
Construction layout services translate blueprints into physical site markers for accurate building. Our surveyors stake out foundations, utilities, and structures to guide contractors, minimizing errors and ensuring projects meet design specifications and regulatory codes.
People
J. Chester Stanton
President
Commissioned as an Ontario Land Surveyor in 1984 and Canada Land Surveyor in 1995, J. Chester Stanton leads with over 35 years of expertise in cadastral surveying and boundary litigation support.
Jim Even
Senior Surveyor
A licensed Ontario Land Surveyor since 1997, Jim Even specializes in boundary resolution and topographic mapping, bringing 25+ years of field and office experience to complex land surveying projects.
Questions
When do I need a land survey?
You need a land survey when buying/selling property, building structures, resolving boundary disputes, or subdividing land to ensure legal compliance and prevent future conflicts.
What services does Dearden And Stanton offer?
We offer boundary surveys, topographic mapping, subdivision plans, lot grading, mortgage surveys, construction layout, and expert boundary dispute resolution services.
Are your surveys legally recognized?
Yes. All surveys are conducted by licensed Ontario Land Surveyors and meet provincial regulatory standards for legal validity in transactions and court cases.
How long does a survey take?
Timelines vary by project complexity. Simple boundary surveys may take 1-2 weeks, while subdivision plans require additional research and municipal processing time.
Do you serve commercial clients?
Yes. We work with developers, municipalities, and corporations on large-scale projects, including infrastructure planning, land development, and legal boundary documentation.
Can you help with historical land records?
Yes. We maintain historical cadastral records dating back to 1877 and assist with title research and archival survey plan interpretations.
Reviews (3)
Michael McGuire
Jul 11, 2021
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Be very weary of doing business with this company. My whole experience was a nightmare. I purchased a boundary & topographic survey in order to stake the property line and provide for accurate grading along it (and to clearly identify it for a municipal inspection). After discussing this with the estimator I got a quote for ~$4500 (2.6 acre property). Additional stakes were to be added along the property line for easy identification. Survey was performed and produced but no stakes were placed along the property line, only at each corner. As they are 700ft apart and up a mountain it's impossible
Arian B.
Jul 18, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Provided prompt and professional service, high recommend them for surveying. Thank you!
Provided prompt and professional service, high recommend them for surveying. Thank you!
Ken Richards
Jul 13, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Was told they did a survey for me and they charged me for it but got no results back. I am very upset. You say you're a reputable business but you don't follow through.
Was told they did a survey for me and they charged me for it but got no results back. I am very upset. You say you're a reputable business but you don't follow through.
