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Complete guide to home surveys
📅 December 2024 ⏱️ 8 min read

The Complete Guide to Home Surveys in 2024

Everything you need to know about getting a home survey when buying a property. Learn about RICS survey levels, costs, and what each type reveals...

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RICS Level 2 vs Level 3 survey comparison
📅 December 2024 ⏱️ 10 min read

RICS Level 2 vs Level 3: Which Survey Do You Need?

Confused about RICS home survey levels? This detailed comparison helps you choose between a Level 2 homebuyer report and Level 3 building survey...

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House survey costs explained
📅 November 2024 ⏱️ 7 min read

House Survey Costs: Complete Price Guide for 2024

How much does a home survey cost? Detailed breakdown of RICS survey prices for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 surveys across different property types...

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First time buyer home survey guide
📅 November 2024 ⏱️ 9 min read

First-Time Buyers: Your Essential Home Survey Guide

Buying your first home? Learn why you need a survey, which type to choose, and how a home buyers survey protects your investment during the buying process...

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Detecting damp in home surveys
📅 November 2024 ⏱️ 8 min read

Damp Problems: What Your Home Survey Will Reveal

Rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation – learn how a professional home survey identifies moisture issues and what it means for your property purchase...

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Surveying Victorian properties
📅 October 2024 ⏱️ 10 min read

Surveying Victorian Houses: What to Expect

Victorian properties have unique characteristics. Discover common issues found in Victorian house surveys and why a Level 3 building survey is often essential...

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New build snagging surveys
📅 October 2024 ⏱️ 7 min read

New Build Snagging Surveys: Why They're Essential

New build homes aren't perfect. Learn why a snagging survey is crucial for new properties and what defects our surveyors commonly find...

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Roof problems in home surveys
📅 October 2024 ⏱️ 9 min read

Common Roof Problems Found in Home Surveys

Your roof is critical. Discover the most common roof defects identified during property surveys and their typical repair costs...

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Structural problems and subsidence
📅 September 2024 ⏱️ 10 min read

Structural Movement & Subsidence: Survey Insights

Cracks in walls can signal serious issues. Learn how surveyors assess structural movement, subsidence, and what these defects mean for buyers...

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Buying period properties guide
📅 September 2024 ⏱️ 11 min read

Buying a Period Property: Complete Survey Guide

Edwardian, Victorian, and Georgian homes have charm and character, but also unique challenges. Essential survey advice for period property buyers...

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Surveying semi-detached houses
📅 September 2024 ⏱️ 6 min read

Semi-Detached House Surveys: What to Know

Semi-detached properties have specific survey considerations. Learn about party walls, shared structures, and typical issues found in semi-detached homes...

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Modern survey technology and drones
📅 August 2024 ⏱️ 8 min read

Modern Survey Technology: Drones & Thermal Imaging

How technology is revolutionizing home surveys. Explore how drones, thermal cameras, and advanced equipment improve property inspections...

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