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 more important.
Your drainage, roof & damp lockdown checklists.
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.
Your fire safety lockdown checklist.
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.
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 not used to critically assessing properties.
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 plans.
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 to offer over the odds to win a sealed bid in the competitive Bristol market, managed to save £20,000 after getting a survey on their first home together
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 having a damp problem can also devalue your home and put off potential buyers or renters. There are steps you can take to prevent damp, or to minimise the impact if damp has already occurred.
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 should you house be? How should you insulate? What can you do to prevent damage?
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