The purchase of a new home is one of the largest financial commitments anyone can make and by asking a Chartered Surveyor to comment on the structural and internal condition of a your chosen home you will ease the worries and concerns at this time.

Commissioning your own survey is the simple, economical way to avoid unpleasant and perhaps costly surprises after moving in. The report findings will give you confidence to proceed with the purchase or renegotiate the price to reflect any issues identified during the inspection. Even if you are seeking a mortgage and may be paying for a Mortgage Valuation Report, it is still advisable and prudent to arrange a survey by a Chartered Surveyor as the Mortgage Valuation is prepared for the lender ~ not you, the borrower. It only answers the lenders questions concerning the appropriate security for your loan. You cannot rely on it to protect your own personal interests.

Professional survey services include:

• Valuations – if you are buying with cash or want an opinion other than that provided by your Bank/Building Society this is the simplest option.
• HomeBuyers Reports – look at these links to find out more about the inspection and report and Alan McNaughton Powerpoint presentation.
• Single Structural Defect Reports – if you are concerned about one aspect and need some re assurance? This is the way to deal with this quickly and cost efficiently!

If you are still undecided or confused on which report to choose – click here.

If you need a valuation of a residential property we also undertake inspections and reports for:

• Valuation for private purchasers
• Tax (Inheritance and CGT)
• Matrimonial disputes
• Building Disputes