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Review of a Residential Building Surveyof a Large Victorian Housein the South West of England
Independent Surveyors Offer Property AdviceWhen having an Independent Building Survey on a property you are interested in purchasing we recommend you meet the Building Surveyor at the property during the survey so we can discuss any problems we find with the property and answer any questions you have. Free phone us on 0800 298 5424 for a chat with a Surveyor and to get one of our example surveys. Surveying a Large Victorian PropertyThis particular survey was of a good sized two storey semi-detached Victorian property which had been extended to the rear. It also had a room formed in the roof which, as far as we were aware, did not have Planning Permission or Local Authority Approval and therefore could not legally be classed as a habitable room. There is a cellar underneath the property.
On first apperanceOn first appearance the property looked in good condition, inside it was decoratively of a good standard. However on further inspection, and using our aerial camera/360 degree photography we noted that the slate roof had many displaced and loose slates. We also noted previous repairs in the form of lead tingles on the roof.
Lead Tingles or Lead Slaps Defined These are strips of lead usually about 25mm wide which are used to secure slates where they have slipped. Action required for the roof
Photos and Sketches in our Survey ReportsOur survey reports always contain photographs of the property, both inside and outside, together with survey sketches. We also offer definitions of survey ‘jargon’ to explain what we are talking about.
Roof Space Internally
Sloping SiteThe property also sat on a sloping site running from the rear to the front. Properties sitting on a sloping site are far more prone to dampness penetrating the property and we always recommend a running gully/French drain is added around the property.
Cellars and DampnessThe property also had a cellar. Underground cellars by their very nature are damp and it is never a good idea to store perisible goods/things of value in cellars.
Room in The RoofWe were advised by the current owner that Planning Permission and Building Regulations were not obtained when a room was formed in the roof. This means that the area is not legally classed as a room. Planning Permission Defined Building Regulations Defined
Extending the property furtherThe client was keen to explore the possibility of extending the property further. We were able to advise on this having been involved with surveying and property management for over 20 years. We also drew up some rough sketches of possible extension ideas, which we included within our survey report.
Satisfied ClientOur client was very pleased with their report. The problems found, i.e. roof problems, and the costs therein enabled them to make a clear decision about whether they could afford to carry on and proceed with the purchase of the house based on the information we had given them.
Other survey articles that may be of interest to youWe have written many surveying articles which may be of interest to you: A property with a beautiful view, but is it worth all the problems? Buying a Victorian property as your first home Review of a Structural Survey on a property with Roof Problems
Compare our website and compare our surveysWe have years and years of surveying experience and we pride ourselves on our professional standard and easy to read reports. We have surveyed every age, type and style of house and commercial building right across the UK. We encourage clients to have a look at our website www.1stAssociated.co.uk Here you will see example surveys and survey articles on every type of property problem, which you can download.
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