How Chartered Surveyors Can Help
If you’re buying or selling a property, it’s best to get a valuation first. A Chartered Surveyor can provide a report of the property and detail any defects and estimated costs of repairs for any prospective purchaser. Some insurance companies will demand you have a property survey done before they will agree to insure it. Chartered Surveyors Watford can provide you with a homebuyer’s report to help you make an informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying a property, decide what is a reasonable price to pay for the property, take account of any repairs or replacements that may need to be carried out and consider whether you need any further advice before exchanging contracts.
Landlords can also seek help from Chartered Surveyors; they can offer advice on suitable levels of rent, lease renewals and service charges.
Chartered Surveyors Watford also offer help and advice and services for the conversion of properties, whether it’s for residential purposes, for instance converting a barn into a dwelling or converting your attic space into another bedroom or office or for commercial purposes e.g. converting an old storage facility into a high class bistro. With a lot of property ventures you’ll require planning permission. A Chartered Surveyor will give advice regarding changing planning, supporting you through every stage of the planning process, with smart advice and ideas with the objective of achieving planning consent.
The Party Wall Etc Act 1996 restricts changes made to shared walls, floors and ceilings. Before starting such work, it is imperative that you contact a qualified Chartered Surveyor. They will advise you on what can be done and how it should be done to ensure you are not in violation of the act. The act also covers excavations made within 6 metres of an adjoining structure. A Chartered Surveyor will be able to advise as to your rights and the correct written procedures that should be undertaken.
When searching for an experienced Chartered Surveyor Always ensure that you verify their qualifications. Proven firms of Chartered Surveyors, Architects and Arbitrators are more than happy to assist with any questions you may have even if you’re not located in their local area. The most impressive firms should have many years experience and be members of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and make sure a high quality service and sound, impartial advice.
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