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. Roof tiles play an essential role in protecting a property from the elements....
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...
The UK property market is currently in a state of flux. With high interest rates and fluctuating material costs in 2026, the margin for error when buying a home is zero. Yet, many buyers still rely on outdated myths. At Stokemont, our RICS chartered surveyors see...
Buying a home is likely the largest financial commitment you will ever make. Yet, thousands of buyers still rely solely on a Mortgage Valuation, mistakenly believing it protects them. It does not. A valuation is for the lender’s peace of mind; a RICS Home Survey is...
