Residential Services
As a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), I am fully compliant with the RICS guidelines in respect of professional indemnity insurance and am happy to provide a copy of my Insurance Certificate upon request. I also have a Complaint Handling Procedure, as required by both the RICS and Professional Indemnity Insurers and am pleased to be able to state that I am “Regulated by the RICS”.
I offer a full range of surveying services to cover all your property needs. Whether it's a basic valuation, a more detailed survey or specialist work such as probate valuation or leasehold extension, please contact me.
Having an extensive knowledge of the local area, I can ensure that you receive the best advice, based on sound local knowledge.
I am happy, when the need arises, to meet with a client to discuss the content of the report if clarification of the advice given in the report is required.
Homebuyer Report
The RICS HomeBuyer Report is suitable for conventional residential properties, including apartments, houses or bungalows, which appear to be in reasonable condition, but is not recommended for properties requiring extensive renovation. Its main aims are to enable you to:
- Make an informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying the property
- Decide what is a reasonable price to pay for the property
- Consider any matters with possible legal implications that will need to be referred to your solicitor
- Take account of any repairs or replacements the property needs
- Consider if you need any further advice before exchanging contracts
It focuses on matters that, in the surveyor's opinion, need to be dealt with or may affect the value of the property.
Click on the link below to see a sample report.
view sample RICS HomeBuyer Report
Building Survey
A Building Survey (formerly known to many as a Structural Survey) is a better option if you are considering purchasing a property that is listed, or is of unconventional construction, or in need of renovation. This will give you a detailed and comprehensive report. The report will provide you with:
- Any major problems with the building
- Suspected problems like timber infestation or damp that might need specialist advice
- A closer look at boundaries, grounds and outbuildings
- A more detailed assessment of the various elements of the property and their condition
- Advice on the issues uncovered and remedial works required
Click on the link below to see a sample report.
view sample Buildings Survey Report
RICS Valuation
By appointing an RICS Registered Valuer, you can be confident that you are working with regulated and qualified professionals who:
- adhere to the 'Red Book' valuation standards
- are committed to openness and transparency
- are experts in their field, delivering credible and high-quality reports.
With an extensive knowledge of the local area and market, I can provide independent valuations on buildings of all ages and types. The valuation of a property can be prepared for a range of purposes:
- Insurance
- Trusts
- Matrimonial
- Taxation
- Probate
Other residential services
In addition to the above services I can also provide advice in respect of the Party Wall Etc Act 1996.
If you wish to discuss which type of service is right for you, or whether I can provide any other service that you require, please contact me at info@gordonbirchsurveyor.co.uk or on 023 8044 9700.