Expert advice on EPC certificates, building surveys, party wall matters, asbestos surveys, snagging inspections and property valuations.
If you own a pre-2000 property and are planning any renovation work, you need an asbestos survey before works begin. This step-by-step guide explains exactly what the process…
Buying your first property is exciting and daunting in equal measure. With so many costs competing for attention, it's tempting to skip or economise on the survey. This…
When you need a formal property valuation for legal, financial or tax purposes, you need a RICS Registered Valuer — not just any property professional. This guide explains…
Energy efficiency compliance is one of the most pressing issues facing UK landlords in 2025. Minimum EPC standards have already tightened once — and further changes are expected.…
Damp is one of the most commonly cited findings in property surveys — and one of the most misunderstood. Some damp is serious and expensive to treat; some…
If you bought your home using the Help to Buy: Equity Loan scheme, you'll need a formal RICS valuation when you come to pay back the equity loan…
New build properties regularly disappoint buyers who discover significant defects after moving in. Professional snagging inspectors find an average of 100–160 issues per property. Here are the 20…
If you're planning an extension, loft conversion or basement conversion and your property shares walls with a neighbour, you almost certainly need to navigate the Party Wall etc.…
Subsidence is one of the most feared words in property. The mention of it can derail a sale, cause mortgage offers to be withdrawn, and make insurance difficult…
When it comes to understanding what your property is worth, there are two very different types of assessment available — and confusing them could cost you significantly. This…
