Surveys & Valuations

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 Our surveys comprise a detailed visual investigation combining a description of the condition with diagnosis and prognosis of all elements of the  building, presented in a detailed written report with a summary and key points for the solicitor or legal advisor dealing with the conveyance.

You may be familiar with the RICS Levels 1-3 Condition Report, Homebuyers Report and Building Survey. Our survey reports cover all the usual investigations you should expect from a detailed Level 3 RICS Building Survey.

We report on the condition of the property, maintenance requirements, any visible defects and where potential concealed defects may exist, what to do about them and when to anticipate problems. Typical defects covered would be dampness, leaks, timber defects, lack of structural support, asbestos, invasive species such as rot or woodworm, and safety issues. For further information, you may wish to read Philip's Blog on Building Pathology entitled 'The Dirty Dozen'.

A Level 3 Building Survey should always be commissioned for historic buildings older than approximately 100 years, and is recommended also if it is unusual, with particular alterations or when you propose to undertake further alterations.

The following 'bolt on' services are available upon request at additional cost:-

• Valuation of market price (includes basic measurements);
• Rebuild Cost Assessment for Insurance Purposes;
• Cost Assessment (where extensive refurbishment is required);
• Measured Survey provides dimensions of each room or area to the required level of accuracy;
• Plan Drawings (for registration of lease or for architectural purposes);
• Heritage reports on the history of the property and locality.
• Sustainability Report discussing the environmental, ecological and carbon impact of your property and what can be done to improve its performance.
• Translation and Language services.

These service a all of course available separately, if so required.