Posts tagged with “chartered building surveyors”

As RICS Chartered Surveyors in Cornwall – what services do we offer?

Monday, 4 December, 2023

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 »

Grade II Listed and other Historic Buildings in Cornwall

Monday, 6 March, 2023

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

Wednesday, 1 March, 2023

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 »

RICS Chartered Surveyors in Cornwall – the importance of seeking professional advice when purchasing a property

Wednesday, 1 February, 2023

  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 »

Commercial surveys – Commercial Building Survey and Photographic Schedule of Condition

Tuesday, 3 May, 2022

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 »

Energy Efficient Bi-Fold Doors Become The First Choice Of Construction Engineers

Friday, 7 June, 2019

Construction engineers always try to find out materials that are aesthetically pleasing and functionally rich. They aim to enhance the value of a property by incorporating new concepts. In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the popularity of bi-fold doors across the UK. Statistically, the bi-fold doors recorded an extraordinary growth of … Read More »

Draft London Plan Examination In Public – How Will It Affect The Real Estate Market?

Thursday, 25 April, 2019

Optimizing housing policy is the spotlight in the latest Draft London Plan Examination in Public. People are examining key policy topics.  It is said that it will not only bring good growth in the real-estate market but also help in strategic regeneration. The housing supplies will also get affected because of it. Everyone knows that … Read More »

Buyers Are Exploring Low Cost-High Yield Opportunities Beyond London

Friday, 19 April, 2019

It takes time to see the implications of change happening in the economic environment. Sometimes, it may take a few years. For example, the hike in the property tax in the country three years back is pushing the landlords or potential buyers to look beyond London, the preferred place for investors since ages. It is … Read More »

Why Do You Need A Surveyor While Buying Properties In Cornwall?

Thursday, 10 January, 2019

Magnificent landscapes at every turn, wide and clean beaches and mesmerizing coastline, wooded creeks, and wild moorlands, and fishing villages; what a terrific place Cornwall is!

The Holiday Hotspots In Cornwall Are Ideal For Property Investment Also

Thursday, 25 October, 2018

What is the most favored seaside destination when people plan a holiday home? Indeed, Cornwall is amongst the top five. Why is it so? It is because this picturesque village is full of cheer and romance, yet a cool and serene place where you can relax and unwind. Investing in a holiday home there guarantees … Read More »