W. Va. Code § 30-13A-1: Unlawful acts.

(a) It is unlawful for any person to practice or offer to practice surveying in this state without a license issued under the provisions of this article, or advertise or use any title or description tending to convey the impression that they are a surveyor, unless such person has been licensed under the provisions of this article.

(b) It is unlawful for any firm to practice or offer to practice surveying in this state without a certificate of authorization issued under the provisions of this article, or advertise or use any title or description tending to convey the impression that it is a surveying firm, unless such firm has been issued a certificate of authorization under the provisions of this article.