Syracuse, New York

Boundaries Defined with Precision.

Over three decades of expert land surveying for residential, commercial, and municipal projects across Central New York. Your property lines, drawn with the accuracy they deserve.

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30+ Years Experience
1,200+ Surveys Completed
100% NY Licensed
Land surveying equipment on a Syracuse property
Survey map and boundary plans
886 E Brighton Ave
Syracuse, NY 13205
What We Do

Comprehensive Surveying
for Every Project

Boundary Surveys

Establish and retrace property lines with precise monumentation. Essential for purchases, disputes, and fencing decisions.

Residential & Commercial

ALTA/NSPS Surveys

Compliant with national standards for title companies, lenders, and commercial transactions. Detailed site and easement documentation.

Title & Lender Required

Construction Staking

Translate architectural plans into precise field layout. Foundations, utilities, roads, and grade control for builders and engineers.

Site Development

Flood Elevation Certificates

Accurate flood zone determinations and elevation certificates for FEMA compliance and insurance requirements.

FEMA Compliant

Subdivision Platting

From initial boundary analysis to recorded plats. We guide you through the subdivision process from start to finish.

Municipal Approval

Topographic Surveys

Detailed contour maps capturing elevation changes, features, and existing conditions for design and planning purposes.

Engineering Grade
R J Lighton Sr Land Surveying team on a Syracuse job site
About Our Firm

Trusted Surveyors
in Central New York

R J Lighton, Sr Land Surveying has served the Syracuse community and surrounding Central New York counties for over 30 years. Founded on a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and personalized service, we bring the same care to a residential lot line as we do to a large commercial subdivision.

Our team holds current New York State registration and utilizes the latest GPS and total station technology to deliver surveys that meet the strictest standards. Whether you're buying your first home, planning a new build, or resolving a boundary question, we provide clear answers and dependable results.

NYS Licensed Land Surveyors
Modern GPS & Total Station Equipment
Fast Turnaround on Most Projects
Residential, Commercial & Municipal
Service Areas

Proudly Serving
Central New York

Based in Syracuse, we provide land surveying services throughout Onondaga County and the surrounding region. No job is too large or too small.

Onondaga County

Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Camillus, DeWitt, Liverpool, Manlius, Marcellus, Onondaga, Salina, Skaneateles, Solvay, Tully, West Monroe

Surrounding Counties

Onondaga, Oswego, Madison, Cortland, Jefferson, Oswego, and Cayuga counties

Map of Central New York survey service area
Based in Syracuse — Serving all of Central NY
How It Works

From Inquiry to
Final Survey

01

Request a Quote

Call us or fill out the contact form with your project details. We'll confirm scope, timeline, and pricing — no hidden fees.

02

Field Survey

Our crew visits your property with GPS and total station equipment to collect precise measurements and locate all relevant monuments.

03

CAD Drafting

Data is processed and plotted in CAD. We review every detail — boundaries, easements, encroachments, and topographic features.

04

Delivery

Receive your finalized, signed survey — digital copy by email and printed copies as needed. Most projects completed within 1–2 weeks.

Ready to Define
Your Property Lines?

Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate. We respond to all inquiries within one business day.

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Let's Discuss
Your Project

Whether you need a boundary survey for a home purchase or a full ALTA survey for a commercial deal, we're here to help. Reach out by phone, email, or visit our office.

Office Address 886 E Brighton Ave
Syracuse, NY 13205
Business Hours Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat – Sun: By Appointment

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