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A Building Structural Survey is suitable for any
residential property old or new, however most people tend to think
of it being more applicable to older or more unusual
properties. As a general rule, it delivers the best
report to open your eyes as to all the potential, or
actual, problems with any type of property purchase.
The comprehensive full structural survey goes into depth
on all areas from minor to major and covers the property
from bottom to top, inside and out. You will be advised
as to areas that concern me as a Chartered Surveyor, why
I feel there is a problem and in most instances what I
feel needs to be done to rectify the problem.
Where requested, the Building and Structural Survey and resulting
Report can
be focussed on areas of particular concern and can
comment on proposed alternations and / or extensions.
A Building Structural Survey
is probably most appropriate for:
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Type of Property |
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Properties built
before 1900. |
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Any buildings constructed in an unusual way. |
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Properties you are planning to renovate or alter
in any way. |
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All listed buildings. |
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Report Covers |
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All major and minor faults. |
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The implications of any defects and guidance as
to possible courses of action. |
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Extensive technical information on the
construction of the property and details about
materials used in the construction. |
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Comments on the existence and condition of
damp-proofing, insulation and drainage (later
not actually being physically tested) |
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Results of testing walls for dampness and
timbers for damage - including woodworm and / or
rot. |
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Information on the location. |
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Recommendations for any further specialist
inspections required. |
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General Geographical Areas Covered |
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Bedfordshire |
Bedford, Ampthill, Biggleswade, Dunstable, Eaton
Socon, Flitwick, Houghton Regis, Kempston,
Leighton Buzzard, Luton, Sandy and surrounding
areas. |
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Cambridgeshire |
Cambridge, Chatteris, Ely, Godmanchester,
Huntingdon, March, Peterborough, Ramsey, St.
Ives, St. Neots Wisbech, Whittlesey and
surrounding areas. |
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North Hertfordshire |
Baldock, Hitchin, Letchworth,
Royston, Stevenage and surrounding areas. |
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As a general rule this structural engineers report does not comment
on the valuation, however this can be included
if so requested. |
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