Category “Buildings”
What Is a Schedule of Dilapidation – and Why It Matters
If you’re a commercial landlord or tenant, the term “schedule of dilapidation” is one you need to understand. It’s a key document that can protect your property interests and help avoid disputes at the end of a lease. As experienced Chartered Building Surveyors, we regularly prepare and respond to schedules of dilapidation across Cornwall. … Read More »
Buying a Holiday Home in Cornwall – Why a Survey Is Crucial
Cornwall’s picturesque coastline, charming villages, and relaxed pace of life make it a dream destination for a holiday home. But before you commit to buying that perfect cottage or sea-view apartment, it’s essential to understand what you could be buying into. As Cornish-based RICS Chartered Residential Building Surveyors, we’ve surveyed hundreds of properties across … Read More »
Subsidence, Damp and Mundic – Property Risks in Cornwall
Cornwall is home to some of the UK’s most charming and unique properties, but it also presents a set of property risks that every buyer should be aware of. As Chartered Residential Building Surveyors working across the county, we regularly help clients uncover and understand these common (but often hidden) issues. 1. Subsidence … Read More »
Why You Need a Building Surveyor in Cornwall Before Buying Property
Thinking of buying property in Cornwall? Discover why hiring a local RICS Building Surveyor can save you time, money, and stress – and how to choose the right one. Cornwall’s Property Market is Booming – But Don’t Buy Blind Cornwall has seen a huge rise in property interest over recent years. With its … Read More »
RICS Level 2 Home Survey vs Level 3 Home Survey in Cornwall: Which Do You Need?
If you’re buying a property in Cornwall, whether it’s a charming seaside cottage or a rural farmhouse, it’s essential to understand the condition of the building before you commit. That’s where a professional home survey comes in — but with different types available, which should you choose? In this blog, we’ll break down the difference … Read More »
What action to take following receipt of your RICS Home Survey report?
You have engaged an RICS Chartered Surveyor/Firm to provide a pre-purchase RICS Home Survey, you have received the report, so what should you do now? Firstly, take the time to read the report and digest its contents. You may have also been provided with photographs to refer to which may be helpful. Surveyors should … Read More »
As RICS Chartered Surveyors in Cornwall – what services do we offer?
As an RICS regulated firm, our Surveyors, Valuers and team have a wealth of experience and are able to offer a variety of different services for property purchasers, homeowners, private and commercial clients. These include: · RICS Level 2 Home Surveys for residential properties (previously known as a HomeBuyers Survey) · RICS Level 3 Home … Read More »
Radon Gas – a consideration when buying a property in Cornwall
Radon is a colourless and odourless radioactive gas which affects many parts of the UK and stems from earth materials such as rocks and soil. Cornwall is an area which overall, is one of the most affected by radon gas in the UK and in many areas, the maximum radon potential is greater than 30%. … Read More »
Why your surveyor may recommend a RICS Level 3 Home Survey on your property purchase in Cornwall
Purchasing a property is an expensive and quite commonly, stressful life event. Costs soon mount up between the cost of the purchase of the property, professional fees, mortgage fees, moving costs amongst a long list of expenses and therefore, many purchasers may feel they the costs of a survey are unnecessary. We’ll save our … Read More »
Design, Planning, Listed Building and Building Regulations applications in Cornwall
If you are considering carrying out works to your property, it is important to consider what permissions/approvals are needed and to obtain such prior to commencing works. After all, local authorities do have the power to provide enforcement for works carried out without the required permissions which is not a situation many homeowners wish to … Read More »
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