Why have a survey?
Most people can judge for themselves the general condition of a property, but how many spend 3 hours plus inspecting their future home? Problems can easily be overlooked and although you may have had a mortgage valuation, this will only include a superficial inspection. In fact, the Council of Mortgage Lenders and most consumer groups and publications recommend an independent survey.
Some examples of potential defects include:
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 faulty pointing, pots and flashings on chimneys
- slipped/cracked/missing slates/tiles to roofs
- misaligned, leaking, blocked gutters/drainpipes
- rotten timber fascia boards, soffits, bargeboards
- failing timber roof frames through alterations/rot/inadequate construction or ventilation
- poorly fitted windows, rotten timberwork, ill fitting casements/sashes, defective glazing or puttywork
- wall tie and damp proof course failure, faulty pointing or rendering, spalling brickwork, insufficient trays/weeps
- rotten or overspanned timber floor joists, or insufficient ventilation
- structural movement inside or out (although if problems found I may recommend additional advice from a Structural Engineer)
- penetrating and rising dampness, woodworm infestation, dry rot etc.
- faulty drains/electrics/heating/sanitaryware (although I may recommend further specialist advice)
Jon Stone Surveyors Ltd. |
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7A Seafield Avenue, |
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Mob: 07768 470076 |
Exmouth, EX8 3NJ |
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Tel: 01395 270742 |
Company No. 09421607 |
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