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The Importance of a Home Survey When Buying a New Property
Buying a new home is one of the biggest financial investments you'll ever make. It’s exciting, but it also comes with many questions and concerns about the property you're purchasing. One of the most important steps in the home-buying process is getting a property survey. But what exactly does a surveyor look for during a home survey, and is it really worth the cost? Let’s take a closer look at the role of a surveyor and why investing in a thorough property survey is always a

Darryl Miller BSc (Hons) AssocRICS MFPWS MPTS MPRSA
Feb 44 min read


My Solicitor Says the House I’m Buying Is at Risk of Subsidence, Do I Need a Surveyor?
If you’re buying a property in Essex or London and your solicitor has warned that the searches show a risk of subsidence, it’s completely normal to feel concerned. We speak to buyers every week who’ve been told exactly this — often with very little explanation of what it actually means. So, do you need a surveyor? In most cases, yes — but not because the property is necessarily subsiding. Why Conveyancing Searches Flag Subsidence Risk in Essex & London Solicitors rely on desk

Darryl Miller BSc (Hons) AssocRICS MFPWS MPTS MPRSA
Feb 44 min read


Do You Really Need a Survey on a New-Build Home?
Buying a new - build home should mean peace of mind… right? Fresh paint, modern layouts, energy efficiency, and a new build warranty can make it feel like a survey is unnecessary. But in reality, new-build properties still benefit hugely from an independent survey and skipping one can be an expensive mistake. The Common Myth: “It’s New, So Nothing Can Be Wrong” This is one of the most common assumptions we hear. The truth is: Newly built homes are often built under intense ti

Darryl Miller BSc (Hons) AssocRICS MFPWS MPTS MPRSA
Feb 44 min read
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