Common mistakes in property measurements

Measurement errors quietly cost buyers money and cause disputes. Here are the frequent ones and how to avoid them.

Survey Sketches · 5 min read · By SANAD Team

Land measurement mistakes are easy to make and hard to undo. Being aware of them helps buyers and owners insist on accurate figures.

Unit confusion

Mixing acres, guntas, square feet and square metres — or converting them wrongly — leads to paying for area you do not receive.

Ground vs record

Trusting a fence line instead of a measured survey, or an outdated sketch instead of a current one, produces boundaries that do not match the record.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Converting guntas to square feet incorrectly
• Measuring irregular plots by eye
• Using an old sketch for a current transaction

Frequently asked questions

How do I get accurate measurements?

Engage a licensed surveyor and cross-check against the Tippani and Akarbandh.

_This article is for general educational purposes and is not legal advice. Government rules, fees, forms and portal features change over time — always verify the latest requirements with the relevant Karnataka government department or a qualified professional before acting._

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