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Why Snagging Lists Are Essential for New Build Homes in Cornwall
When you buy a new build home, you expect everything to be perfect — pristine paintwork, smooth finishes, and a structurally sound property ready for you to move in. But even brand-new properties can have faults. That’s where a professional snagging list comes in. At Cockrams Surveyors, our experienced Building Surveyors in Cornwall offer snagging … Read More »
The Hidden Risks of Cornish Properties – And How a Survey Can Help
Cornish properties come with unique risks – from historic mining to cob walls and coastal exposure. Learn how a local Building Surveyor can protect your investment. Buying in Cornwall? Know What You’re Getting Into Cornwall is famous for its breathtaking views, historic charm, and characterful homes. But behind the postcard-perfect façade, many properties across … 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 »
Cornish Units
Cornish units are properties built of non-traditional construction and were built using precast reinforced concrete (PRC) construction. These properties were built in large numbers, typically in the 1940’s to1960’s as a result of housing shortages following the second world war. There are two different types of Cornish unit. A Type 1 Cornish Unit typically … Read More »
Spray foam insulation – the consequential issues
Spray Polyurethane Foam, also known as spray foam insulation, has come under the spotlight recently but continues to be used even today and is regularly offered to homeowners in an attempt to improve the thermal insulation within roof spaces of properties. There are typically two different types of spray form insulation, open cell and closed … Read More »
Bespoke services – defect analysis and reports in Cornwall
Do you have a specific item that you require a Building Surveyor to review? Cockrams Surveyors can assist property owners with advice in relation to specific/bespoke enquiries in a wide range of circumstances. We appreciate that rather than a survey of a property in its entirety, many homeowners may require advice in respect of an … Read More »
Building Surveys aren’t just for purchasers
Whilst many individuals will consider a pre-purchase survey when they purchase a property, property surveys are not just for buyers. A Building Survey can provide invaluable guidance to existing homeowners in terms of the condition and defects apparent to their property and provide advice in terms of potential works or further action required. It … Read More »
HomeBuyers Surveys (Level 2) or Building Surveys (Level 3) in Cornwall – which option is right for your property survey?
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 »
Energy Matters – Designing and Building for the future in Cornwall
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 »
2020 Deadline For Energy Efficiency Improvements
The Residential Letting Sector changed dramatically with a new Legislation requirement imposed from the 1st April 2018, that any newly let property required to achieve a minimum energy performance rating (EPC rating) of an E. As of the 1st April 2020 ALL properties within the residential rental sector will be included within this, making … Read More »
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