Cornwall boasts a vast variety of type and aged properties and buildings. From the old fisherman and miners cottages, churches and chapels to former and converted farm buildings. Wherever you go, Cornwall is steeped with historic building heritage. As a result, many properties and buildings are Listed as having historical importance which comes with various … Read More »
Woodboring insect attack is just one of the common defects that our surveyors look for as part oftheir survey inspections. Woodboring insect attack relates to attack of timbers by insects, mainlybeetles of which the larvae after hatching from eggs submerge themselves in the wood for a periodof time before eating and tunnelling themselves back to … Read More »
A measured survey, as indicated by the name, is a survey and measurements taken of an existing building/structure or land to provide accurate existing ‘to scale’ drawings which usually include existing floor plans and elevation drawings but can also include roof plans, section drawings and other construction detail drawings depending on the client’s requirements, the … Read More »
What is a Red Book Valuation? The Red Book Global Standards is a publication issued by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and details requirements and practices for RICS members to follow when carrying out valuations. The latest version of the RICS Valuation – Global Standards (‘Red Book Global Standards’) became effective from January … Read More »
Well, whenever you want to buy a property in Cornwall (or anywhere in the UK for that matter), you need to assess the value and condition of the property first.
The trend of having share ownership accommodation has been quite popular nowadays. People don’t want to pay the recurring amount on rent but don’t want to spend the heavy price for property either.
Leave aside the statistical reports a quick dipstick survey can also prove that Cornish people are among the happiest people in the world. They love and enjoy every moment in Cornwall because the place is a fully-loaded pack of enjoyment. Cornwall is becoming popular on a national and international scales. Hence, there will be a … Read More »
Due to various reasons, the property market in the UK has shown various ups and downs. You take any place in the country, some have performed exceptionally well, and some did not. Cornwall, the calm and serene town is famous amongst the tourists for its superior natural beauty. However, statistics show that it has been … Read More »
Cornwall is always jam-packed in the tourist season, and you can see the tourists everywhere. However, if you are planning to settle down there, then the things are different. Are you really serious about it? Well, the decision is undoubtedly significant. Cornwall is a fantastic place; the landscape, the sea, and a serene lifestyle. What … Read More »
Since everyone who settles in London wants to own property, it becomes essential for the government and developers to search the ways of improving the space utilization. Then only it will be a healthy, happy and beautiful place to live. What is the best way to achieve it? Well, the government and local … Read More »