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Why should I have a survey ?

Homes are expensive whether they be houses, bungalows, flats or maisonettes.  You cannot afford to make mistakes when buying a property.  Surely it is sensible to find out all you can about the home you want to buy.  Your solicitor will look after your legal interests but the only safe way of finding out about the condition of your future home, is to arrange for a professional building survey.

What will a surveyor do?

We will look at every part of a property which is readily accessible and we will then give you a detailed report of what has been found.  You will want to know if the property is dry and weather tight; if there are any cracks in the walls and if the construction is sound.  The report will comment upon the condition of the roof and if there is any evidence of rising damp or lack of pointing allowing water to come through the brickwork.  Woodworm and dry rot are regular concerns and, depending on how much of the timber can be seen, we will comment on any such problems and put their seriousness into perspective.  If any further investigations would be beneficial then we can arrange them. 

What will it cost?

The amount of the fee will depend upon the age, size and type of property and whether services are to be tested or other inspections made. Once you have given us details of the property we will be able to quote a fixed fee.  The cost of any extras will also be agreed so that you can be certain of the total cost.

A preliminary consultation without obligation is available.

 

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