Posts tagged with “chartered surveyors”
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 »
Woodboring insect attack
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 »
New septic tank rules
New septic tank rules came into force on 1st January 2015. Regardless of age, the drainage system must meet The Environmental Agency General Binding Rules. Two of the relevant British Standards currently in force are; BS EN 12566 – 3:2016 Small wastewater treatment systems for up to 50 persons. Packaged and/or site assembled domestic … Read More »
Ride the Tide
In October, 2019 Cockrams staff will be participating in the first fundraising event to officially launch the new partnership between Cockrams Surveyors and The Cornwall Wildlife Trust. The event will be a gruelling kayak down the river Fowey, from Lostwithiel, finishing in Fowey with the overall distance being just over 5 nautical miles (9.3km). The … Read More »
Should You Buy New Or Resale Property In Cornwall?
When you are looking for a property, it is essential to make the decision systematically. It applies everywhere, London or Cornwall. Whether to buy a new one or resale property depends on your choice. The blog talks about some driving factors affecting your decision. Are you in a hurry? If your investment has to finish … Read More »
You Must Know These Things If You Want To Buy Shared Ownership In Cornwall
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.
Do You Know About The Implications Of Housing Measures Announced In The Budget?
Have you seen the details of the Budget 2018? Well, if you are a person who takes a deep interest in the financial matters, then you must have done it. However, for those who are not very keen to know about it but are planning to buy a property next year must read it thoroughly. … Read More »
Invest In Development And Buy-To-Let Properties Cornwall For Excellent Growth
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 »
look see’ CCTV drain scans
We at Cockrams Surveying undertake ‘look see’ CCTV drain scans (where access permits) on our intermediate and full building surveys. We have always considered this is necessary on older properties as defective drains can wash out the ground and cause foundation movement. Blockages in drains can also expose occupants to significant health risks including rodents … Read More »
What Should Come First, Mortgage Valuation Or Survey? Here Is The Answer!
In the challenging economies, it is really a stressful time when you buy a property. Yes, there is a joy of owning your ‘own’ home, apartment or farm house but at the same time it is the time when you need to be organized the most. There is always a mode of uncertainty and indecision … Read More »
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