Older buildings are revered for their character and ability to stand the test of time, but despite this, many property owners or buyers will inevitably find damp somewhere. By reading this blog, we can help you understand the causes of damp in your property and guide you through how to properly manage it. What causes … Read more
Organising a survey is an important part of buying a property. The survey allows you to better understand your property, whether it is worth the price that is being asked of you and any repairs that may be required. But if a survey is needed, who exactly organises a survey when buying a house? Our … Read more
A ‘snagging survey’ might have been offered to you by a building surveyor prompting you to consider if you need to have one conducted. Buying a new property should mean that you are getting a home in perfect condition, however, due to time constraints or limitations, this unfortunately isn’t always the case. To find any … Read more
If you’re looking at moving into a property the likelihood is that you’re going to need a building survey conducted, in order to give you a clear idea of the current condition of the property and what your next steps should be. But how do you know what building survey is right for you and … Read more
The use of cement mortar to repoint older properties is one of the most common issues we see when conducting building surveys. Whilst repointing a property may seem like a routine or minor repair, using the wrong materials can cause damp issues and damage to brickwork and stonework, meaning some hefty repair bills in future. … Read more
The energy crisis and cost of living crisis have encouraged many homeowners to search for energy efficient updates to their homes. However, this has led to an increase in the installation of spray foam insulation.
Our reports provide a unique insight into your property which other types of report don’t, including mobile and broadband speeds, noise and disturbance data, and budget costs as standard, and we provide it in a format which is easy to understand with photographs throughout.
It’s been the year of staying home, and you may have felt inspired to update things, maybe you’re fed up of the same space and want to move on, or you’ve just seen the current busy market and want to make some improvements to really increase the value of your home before selling.
Buying a new property can be both stressful and confusing, but we’re here to guide you through the process as you secure your dream home.
We’re spending more time at home than ever before, and you may be wondering if your current space is right for you. Maybe you’ve been working from home and need more office space, or you have a growing family and want to make sure there’s enough space for everyone to have some peace and quiet. … Read more
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