Oxford building surveys: surveying thatched properties
Assessing the roof is always a crucial part of a building survey. If the property being surveyed is thatched, a through roof inspection is even...
04 May, 2020
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Lockdown Home Maintenance Projects: Drainage, Roof & Damp Checklists
Your drainage, roof & damp lockdown checklists. ...
21 April, 2020
Birmingham and Coventry building surveys: sulphate attack on concrete floors
Post-war houses in Birmingham and Coventry are at particularly high risk of sulphate attack. Find out what our building surveyors look for in these areas....
07 April, 2020
Lockdown Home Maintenance Projects: Fire Safety
Your fire safety lockdown checklist. ...
03 April, 2020
What are Reinstatement Costs?
There are many things surveyors take into account when inspecting a home to create a valuation for insurance. One of these is the reinstatement costs....
23 March, 2020
9 key questions you need to ask when buying a house
Most sellers are above board, but it makes sense to be aware of tactics that we have seen be used to trick those who are...
20 February, 2020
What are RICS valuations: what you need to know about valuing your home
The chances are that at some point you will find yourself in a situation where a valuation is needed to move forward with your property...
11 February, 2020
On the Ladder: sealed bids and strong competition in central Bristol
On the Ladder is our blog series that looks at at real-life property moves. Kicking off 2020, we hear from a couple who, despite having...
07 January, 2020
Drainage Solutions to Keep Your Home Dry
Damp is a common problem for many homeowners. It can be costly to fix and to repair the cosmetic damage caused. Not only that, but...
17 December, 2019
Preparing your home for winter: maintenance tips for cold weather
Avoid frozen pipes and mould growth by following our winter checklist. Find out how to get your home ready for the cold weather. What temperature...
28 November, 2019