Building Survey
A Building Survey is a comprehensive inspection of a property. It’s suitable for all properties, especially:
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Listed buildings
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Older properties
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Buildings constructed in an unusual way, however old they are.
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Properties you plan to renovate or alter in any way.
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Properties that have had extensive alterations.
It examines all accessible parts of the property – and you can ask to have specific areas included, so it covers any particular concerns you have about the building.
A Building Survey includes details of :
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Major and minor defects – and what they could mean
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The possible cost of repairs
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Results of damp testing on walls
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Damage to timbers – including woodworm and rot
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The condition of damp-proofing, insulation and drainage (though drains aren’t tested)
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Technical information on the construction of the property and the materials used
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The location
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Recommendations for any further special inspections
A building Survey doesn’t include a valuation, but your surveyor can provide this separately if you need one.