Building Survey

Pre-purchase house/ property survey (Structural Survey)

Our most requested service.

A detailed inspection of a property's condition designed to identify significant defects and maintenance concerns before contracts are signed.

Areas Assessed

• Roof coverings and structure

• External walls

• Damp and moisture ingress

• Floors and foundations

• Windows and doors

• Insulation and ventilation

• Drainage observations

• Structural movement

• General condition and maintenance requirements

Included

• On-site inspection

• Detailed written report

• Photographic record

• Practical recommendations

• Independent professional advice

Snag List

New Build & Recently Completed Properties

A snag list inspection identifies defects, incomplete works and workmanship issues within newly constructed or recently completed homes.

Our inspections help ensure that builders address outstanding issues before handover or during the defects liability period.

Typical items identified include:

• Poor finishes and workmanship

• Cracking and settlement issues

• Defective fittings and fixtures

• Incomplete works

• Insulation and ventilation concerns

• Internal and external defects

• Building Regulation comliance issues.

A comprehensive snag list report is provided for submission to the developer or contractor.

Defect Analysis

• Structural cracking
• Dampness and water ingress
• Timber decay
• Settlement and movement
• Building deterioration
• Roof defects

Compliance Certification

Planning & Building Regulations

We provide certification services to confirm that construction works have been carried out in accordance with planning permissions, Building Regulations and approved documentation where appropriate.

Certification services may include:

• Opinion on Compliance with Planning Permission

• Opinion on Compliance with Building Regulations

• Certification for property transactions

• Certification required by solicitors and lending institutions

All certification is carried out following inspection and review of available documentation.

Land Regsitry Compliant Mapping

We provide Land Registry compliant mapping services for property registration and conveyancing purposes.

Services include:

• Land Registry compliant maps (single dwellings only)

• Registry map preparation

• Mapping for first registrations

• Property transfers and boundary amendments

• Solicitor and client support services

Mapping is prepared in accordance with current Land Registry requirements to support smooth property registration processes.

Schedule of Condition

These reports are commonly used:

• Before commencement of nearby construction works

• For commercial lease aquisition

• For neighbour protection purposes

• To establish baseline condition records

The report includes detailed descriptions and photographic evidence documenting the property's existing condition.