Expert advice from RICS chartered surveyors to help you make an informed decision about your property purchase
Essential guide for first time buyers covering everything you need to know about property surveys, from choosing between Level 2 and Level 3 to understanding your survey report.
Read Full Article →Comprehensive comparison of RICS Level 2 homebuyer surveys and Level 3 building surveys. Learn which survey type is right for your property and budget.
Read Full Article →Complete guide to rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation. Learn how to identify moisture problems and what they mean for your property purchase.
Read Full Article →Period properties have unique characteristics and potential issues. Discover why older homes require more comprehensive structural surveys and what defects to watch for.
Read Full Article →Learn to identify serious structural issues including subsidence, settlement cracks, and foundation problems. Expert advice on when to walk away from a purchase.
Read Full Article →Step-by-step guide to using survey findings to renegotiate the purchase price. Real examples of successful price reductions based on condition reports.
Read Full Article →Mortgage valuations and building surveys serve different purposes. Learn why you need both and what each service provides for property buyers.
Read Full Article →New build homes aren't immune to problems. Discover what snagging surveys cover and why even brand new properties benefit from professional inspection.
Read Full Article →Complete guide to subsidence and heave. Learn to recognize warning signs, understand repair costs, and navigate insurance when buying affected properties.
Read Full Article →Buying through shared ownership? Learn about survey requirements, who pays, and what level of inspection is appropriate for part-buy properties.
Read Full Article →Listed buildings require specialist knowledge. Understand the unique survey requirements, conservation issues, and maintenance obligations of protected properties.
Read Full Article →The invasive plant that strikes fear into lenders. Learn about Japanese knotweed identification, treatment costs, and mortgage implications for affected properties.
Read Full Article →Roof defects are expensive to fix. Discover the most common roofing issues surveyors encounter and typical repair costs for tiles, felt, and structural timbers.
Read Full Article →How technology is revolutionizing property surveys. From thermal cameras detecting damp to drones inspecting roofs - the future of surveying is here.
Read Full Article →What to do when a property has been extended without building regulations approval. Understanding risks, indemnity insurance, and mortgage implications.
Read Full Article →Our RICS chartered surveyors are here to help with your property purchase
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