Building Surveys

A building survey is an extremely detailed examination and comprehensive report that is suitable for all residential properties and provides the most information on the construction and condition of a building. It provides comprehensive details of the property’s construction, materials, uses and defects which are listed together with technical advice on problems and recommended remedial works.

It’s particularly suitable for older and larger properties built prior to 1850 or of non-traditional/unusual construction. In addition dilapidated, extensively altered or extended buildings or those where major conversion or renovation is likely are considered suitable for this type of survey.

It not only focuses on the significant defects and urgent repairs but also includes minor defects and the interior is closely inspected as well as the underside of ground floor voids if access is possible.

Searches of the area including Land registry are also done prior to the visit.