Expert advice on EPC certificates, building surveys, party wall matters, asbestos surveys, snagging inspections and property valuations.
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 The mention of it can derail a sale, cause mortgage offers to be withdrawn, and make insurance difficult…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…
With hundreds of surveyors operating across the UK, choosing the right one requires a bit of due diligence. This guide covers the seven essential checks before you instruct…
The RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Report is the most widely commissioned property survey in the UK. If you're buying a property built after 1900 in reasonable condition, it's…
Understanding EPC ratings is essential for anyone selling or letting property in the UK. Whether you're a landlord needing to comply with minimum energy efficiency standards, a seller…
A RICS Level 3 Building Survey is the most detailed residential property inspection you can commission. If you're buying an older property, a period home, or any property…
Buying a new build property is exciting — but the industry's own data shows that the average new build has over 100 defects at the point of legal…
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is one of the most misunderstood pieces of property legislation in the UK. Many homeowners only discover their obligations after starting works…
Asbestos is present in millions of UK properties — yet many buyers don't think to ask about it until they're planning a renovation and a builder raises concerns.…
