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Owning a home in Auburn or Opelika comes with many responsibilities—and understanding your property lines is one of the most important. Whether you’re planning to build a fence, install a shed, or plant trees, knowing where your property ends and your neighbor’s begins helps prevent conflicts, costly mistakes, and even legal disputes.

Here’s what every homeowner should know about property boundaries and how to avoid disputes.

What Are Property Lines?

Property lines define the legal boundaries of your land. They determine where you can build, maintain landscaping, or make improvements, and they clarify where a neighbor’s property begins.

You’ll typically find your property lines in:

  • Your deed and title documents

  • A professional…

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You’ve chosen your fence style, purchased materials, and are ready to begin. But before you dig that first post hole, there’s an important step that many Auburn and Opelika homeowners overlook: getting a property survey.

Without one, you risk disputes, fines, or even having to remove your fence entirely. Here’s why a property survey should always come first.

1. Avoid Encroaching on a Neighbor’s Property

Property lines are not always obvious, and assumptions can lead to costly mistakes. Even a few inches over the line can cause conflicts with neighbors.

Quick Fix:

  • Order a property survey to confirm boundaries

  • Build only within your legal lot lines

  • Protect both relationships and peace of mind

2. Stay Compliant…

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