Cracks in walls are one of the most common concerns raised by homeowners and property buyers. In many cases, cracking is relatively minor and associated with normal building movement, drying shrinkage or deterioration of decorative finishes. However, some cracks can...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Damp is one of the most common concerns raised by homeowners and buyers. It can...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Pointing is the mortar between bricks. It may seem like a small part of a...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Damp is one of the most common issues found in homes. It can affect older...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Render is commonly used on external walls to protect the building from the...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Brickwork is one of the most important parts of a property’s external fabric. It...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Moss and lichen are commonly found on roofs, particularly on older properties,...
This article is part of our typical property defects series and based upon issues our surveyors regularly locate during RICS Level 2 Surveys, Level 3 Surveys and Defect Analysis Reports. Carpet moths are a common but frustrating problem in homes. They can damage...
Trees can add beauty, privacy, maturity, and value to a home. They soften a streetscape, improve outlook, and are often seen as a desirable feature by owners and buyers alike. But while trees can enhance a property, they can also present a very real structural risk...
When inspecting flats and completing our Level 2 or Level 3 Surveys, many of the defects we identify are not significant structural failures, but the sorts of everyday issues that can still have a real impact on cost, maintenance, enjoyment, and future ownership. In...
