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1LS Surveying LLC

Land surveyor · Portland, OR · reviewed since 2022

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%96+66.5Reliability 31%96+29.5Experts Score= 96Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#2 of 24 land surveyorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 96%
5.0 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.97★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
63%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

1LS Surveying LLC at a glance

Google reviewers rate 1LS Surveying LLC five out of five stars based on sixty-four reviews, noting the owner responds to a majority of feedback. Clients frequently cite the company for handling property line disputes, locating buried monuments, and providing thorough boundary surveys on difficult terrain. Recurring themes include rapid response times, clear communication of findings to clients and neighbors, and competitive pricing. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 64 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 64 Google reviews (63 with written comments, 5 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 63% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 12, 2026.
  • Service: Land Surveyor serving Portland, Oregon.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Score profile vs other land surveyors

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction96Reliability96Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 96 (median 73)Reliability: 96 (median 54)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
1LS Surveying LLCLand Surveyors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.1LS Surveying LLC: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.1LS Surveying LLC: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 54.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 96.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.1LS Surveying LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 24.–
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Star ratings

64 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars6297%
  • 4 stars23%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 63 written reviews

  • Praise15599%
  • Complaints11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude3522%
  • Speed & response3019%
  • Would recommend2717%
  • Communication2617%
  • Quality & results2214%
  • Price & value149%
  • Honesty & trust21%

What customers talk about

We read 63 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Mariah and Ben were very personable and did a great job.”
  • “Nick was communicative and quick to send his team out the same day I hired them.”
  • “Would definitely recommend this company for any survey needs.”
  • “The team did a great job on the survey and working with our neighbors to explain what was going on.”
  • “Very professional and very thorough with the job highly recommend Using this company”
  • “Fast, efficient, detail oriented, and reasonably priced.”
  • “What we appreciated most were his honesty and attention to detail.”

People customers mention

  • Nick 19 reviews
  • Ben 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Chris5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

The team did a great job on the survey and working with our neighbors to explain what was going on. Much appreciated!

Megan6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I originally hired this company since they were the cheapest of my 3 quotes for a land survey regarding a property line dispute. Nick was communicative and quick to send his team out the same day I hired them. Mariah and Ben were very personable and did a great job. Would definitely recommend this company for any survey needs.

StevenLocal Guide · 40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Nick worked wonders on our missing mounument. He found it buried 12" below the surface. We appreciated the time he spent with us to explain all the implications of the finding. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing clarity and resolution to their boundary issues.

Linda9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Very professional and very thorough with the job highly recommend Using this company

Ken9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

We have used 1LS twice on our rugged, oddly shaped lot. Employees have listened to our needs, worked carefully, re-checked their work and literally walked me through their findings. I will use them any time there is a boundary issue.

Stan5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

1LS Surveying provided a prompt thorough and excellent response to our request for a survey of a proposed property that we were buying. Mariah and Jordan were thorough, and explained everything throughout the process. Nick LaFond, the owner of 1LS was very thorough in his explanation and conduct of the whole survey…

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 64 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Chris Huffman5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The team did a great job on the survey and working with our neighbors to explain what was going on. Much appreciated!

Megan Gutzman6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Megan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I originally hired this company since they were the cheapest of my 3 quotes for a land survey regarding a property line dispute. Nick was communicative and quick to send his team out the same day I hired them. Mariah and Ben were very personable and did a great job. Would definitely recommend this company for any survey needs.

Response from the owner · a month ago

Glad we could quickly assist with the boundary dispute. Mariah & Ben are great; thanks for mentioning them. I'll admit this only worked out so quickly because we had a list-minute opening in our schedule. Feel free to reach should you need any more help -- Nick

Steven BrockschinkLocal Guide · 40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steven has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nick worked wonders on our missing mounument. He found it buried 12" below the surface. We appreciated the time he spent with us to explain all the implications of the finding. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing clarity and resolution to their boundary issues.

Linda Lasister9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very professional and very thorough with the job highly recommend Using this company

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Linda! We truly appreciate your kind words about our professionalism and thoroughness. Surveying properties tied to old plats often brings unique challenges, as historical records can frequently contain discrepancies or conflicting boundary markers. Resolving these issues requires a deep level of professional judgment, meticulous research, and specialized experience to ensure everything is accurately aligned. We are incredibly glad our dedication to getting the job done right showed through in our work. Thank you again for highly recommending 1LS Surveying LLC! -- Nick

Ken Bilderback9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ken has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We have used 1LS twice on our rugged, oddly shaped lot. Employees have listened to our needs, worked carefully, re-checked their work and literally walked me through their findings. I will use them any time there is a boundary issue.

Response from the owner · a month ago

🙏 appreciate the kind words, Ken. Glad we could help! -- Nick

Stan Smith5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

1LS Surveying provided a prompt thorough and excellent response to our request for a survey of a proposed property that we were buying. Mariah and Jordan were thorough, and explained everything throughout the process. Nick LaFond, the owner of 1LS was very thorough in his explanation and conduct of the whole survey process. We cannot recommend them highly enough

Response from the owner · a month ago

appreciate you, Stan. Great clients -- come back anytime!

BreAnne Ellis3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews BreAnne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nick was absolutely easy and seamless to work with. They were able to get to my property within 24 hours of my call. 1000% worth the money. They found additional FEET!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Hey BreAnne! One of those situations where you had a feeling.. and you were right. Going with your gut worked out nicely -- Nick

Zach Marsh7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zach has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very impressed with Nick's responsiveness, thorough communication, and quick turnaround on our partial property survey. The entire process was efficient, professional, and exactly the level of service I appreciate and expect when working with another industry professional. I highly recommend Nick and team and would not hesitate to work with them again.

Response from the owner · a month ago

really appreciate the review, Zach. If I'm being honest not every opportunity works out this smoothly. I tend to attract great clients and *most* of the time it goes this way. It's satisfying to hear we've set a high bar -- Nick

MIKE EvansLocal Guide · 6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews MIKE has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing team with timely and accurate results. Top notch gear had them in and out of the forest without wasting time. Had a 2-3 day job done in a day and a half. Over 150 foot elevation change, valleys, downed trees, creek crossings, blackberries,… this team plowed through it. The owner Nick knows his stuff. He worked with us every step of the way. We now have the knowledge and confidence to make our land ours finally. No more guessing where the lines are or if your on your neighbors land or yours. Thank you Nick, we are telling everyone about you!!! Great job. 👏

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

So sweet of you! What a cool property you have -- thoroughly enjoyed working with you -- Nick

Stephen Denny4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Mike and Ben of 1LS Surveying LLC did a wonderful job for us. They arrived early in the day, got the surveying equipment out and ready to use, then came to the door to introduce themselves. After reviewing the area with me and seeing the location of a potential monument they got to work and located a marker two feet below ground level. They spent the day finding and marking the monuments, verified their locations and left easy to locate ground level markers. Through it all, they listened to my questions, answering them clearly. Our and the neighbor's property were left in good order.

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you, Stephen, for your kind review and for recognizing Mike and Ben's professionalism. It’s great to hear they answered your questions clearly throughout the process. Please don’t hesitate to contact 1LS Surveying if you need anything further or future surveying services -- Nick @ 1LS Surveying

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