Asbestos in our Homes
Asbestos in our Homes As a practising building surveyor conducting a level 2 or 3 home survey, it is important to be aware of the presence of asbestos in homes. Many home buyers may view these surveys as simply a detailed inspection of the condition of the property, but they also play a crucial role […]
Investment Report
RICS Level 2 Home Buyers Survey Share Post : Introduction to Investment Property Report The Investment Property Report is tailored for corporate investors, offering a concise overview of a property’s condition with fully costed defects analysis. Based on a visual inspection, it provides insights into construction, defects, rectification approaches, maintenance needs, flood risks, EPC ratings, […]
Home Insight Survey (HIS)
RICS Level 2 Home Buyers Survey Share Post : Introduction to Home Insight Survey The Home Insight Survey (HIS) is a new survey product that is intended to be commissioned by a property seller, and which can be relied upon by the seller, a prospective buyer, and a successful buyer. It has been created to […]
RPSA Single Defect Survey
RPSA Single Defect Survey Share Post : Giving you independent professional advice. Single defect reports look at a particular problem on a property, how it has been caused and how to resolve it. Offering in-depth inspections and professional, detailed reports with photos and advice Examples 1, Damp in walls 2, Cracks in walls 3, Drops […]
RPSA Snagging New Built Survey
RPSA Snagging New Built Survey Share Post : When buying a new-build property, you’d expect to avoid all of those structural and cosmetic issues you find in older homes. Everything should be pristine. This isn’t always the case, however. The speed and large sites at which homes are constructed today often leads to issues and […]
RPSA Level 2 Buy To Let Survey
RPSA Level 2 Buy To Let Survey Share Post : Professional Surveyors Offering a Personal Service A buy-to-let survey is a property survey designed specifically for landlords and investors who intend to purchase a property for rental purposes. It goes beyond a standard homebuyer survey by also assessing the property’s suitability for generating rental income, […]
RICS Level 2 Home Buyers Survey
RICS Level 2 Home Buyers Survey Share Post : A house survey, also known as a home survey or homebuyers report, is a detailed inspection of a property’s condition conducted by a qualified surveyor. It identifies potential issues that a buyer should be aware of before committing to a purchase, helping to inform their decision and potentially […]
RICS Level 3 Building Survey
RICS Level 3 Building Survey Share Post : A building survey, also known as a Level 3 or Full Structural Survey, is a detailed inspection of a property’s condition and structure. It’s the most comprehensive type of house survey, providing in-depth analysis and advice on potential issues, repairs, and maintenance. These surveys are particularly useful for older, unusual, […]