Many purchasers may question whether a survey is needed at all when buying a property. There is also a common misconception that if you are having a mortgage on your property and your mortgage lender approves the mortgage following their valuation and visit to the property, that the property must be in good order … Read More »
Many purchasers may not be aware of the term ‘mundic’, particularly if purchasers are not local to Cornwall and Devon, however, mundic is a local issue to Cornwall and some parts of Devon and may be relevant depending on the type/construction and age of the property you are buying. So, what is ‘mundic’? (The short … Read More »
A Schedule of Dilapidations is a schedule of works and items required to be carried out by the tenant of a property in order to meet their obligations under the agreed lease. A Schedule of Dilapidations is usually engaged by a Landlord either towards/at the end of a lease or sometimes, can be carried out … Read More »
Penetrating damp, rising damp and condensation are all unwanted and yet can be common defects that affect properties, requiring repair and remediation. Left untreated or unrectified, dampness and condensation can lead to serious (and costly) damage. Damp and condensation issues can in some instances lead to: Affecting the structural members of buildings and causing issues … Read More »
Are you purchasing a property and not sure what type of survey you require or the difference between them? It is always useful as a purchaser to understand the differences before committing to a property survey but also noting that your chosen firm of surveyors/surveyor should guide you based on their knowledge and experience as … Read More »
2022 has seen a huge crisis in relation to the cost of energy to consumers. That coupled with recent changes in legislation in respect of energy efficiency requirements of rental properties being required to meet a minimum EPC Rating of C or above as of 2025, has left millions of residential homeowners and landlords thinking … Read More »
Cornwall is steeped in vast history and heritage which spans back thousands of years. Amongst that history is its historic mining heritage of which at its peak, was said to make Cornwall and the South West one of the richest places in the world. So, what was mined in Cornwall? Cornwall was heavily mined for … Read More »
As when purchasing a residential property, purchasing or leasing a commercial premises is a big commitment and it is important purchasers and proposed lessees understand what they may be signing up to. So….what are your options? If you are purchasing a commercial premises, it may be beneficial to consider a pre-purchase Building Survey. Like a … 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 »
