Appealing a Party Wall Award – The What And How
Hello, and welcome to another blog about The Party Wall Act! It’s something we come across a lot as Chartered Surveyors, and a lot of homeowners have to interact with it when they want to improve their home. Today we’re specifically looking at appealing a Party Wall Award and Section 10(17) of the Party Wall […]
4 Tips to Prepare for a Home Survey
We know that a lot of homeowners will worry if a surveyor is due to come into their home. After all, their job is to inspect everything and make sure your home is structurally sound and everything is as it should be. What if they judge you for things that aren’t right? Firstly, rest assured […]
Level 2 Vs Level 3 Surveys: What You Need to Know!
At Harrison Clarke, we specialise in providing high quality and thorough surveys, giving our clients clear and comprehensive reports. The question we are asked every day is, “Do I need a Level 2 survey or a Level 3 survey?” We understand. You don’t want to pay more than you need to if a Level 2 […]
What’s the Difference Between Surveyors and Chartered Surveyors?
Are all surveyors created equal? Do they all do the same things? And what’s all of this Chartered Surveyor business? As if getting a survey done wasn’t confusing enough, now you have to choose a surveyor to help you, only to realise there are loads of different options out there! How could you possibly choose […]
Renegotiating Asking Prices After A Survey!
Surveys are more than just a one-trick pony. While most people understand that a survey will find defects in a property before you buy it, many people don’t realise the second big benefit of having a professional survey done: Renegotiating Asking Prices After A Survey! Because on top of knowing what you’re buying, you can […]
Managing The Unexpected In Construction And Surveying
No matter how much you plan, prepare and assess risks, any project can still experience delays. There is always a chance of something unexpected popping up, and if it does, then the only thing you can do is manage the impact. But in the world of construction works and surveying, even small delays can cause […]
How do I Become a Chartered Surveyor?
If you have a passion for property, land and the built environment, then a career as a chartered building surveyor might be just for you! It’s a varied career option with lots to learn and a whole lot more to do, which has made it quite a popular option for those with an architectural interest. […]
How to Create and Serve a Valid Party Wall Notice
How to create and serve a valid party wall notice today we’re going to walk you through how to draft and serve a valid party wall notice, so that you know exactly what’s going on every step of the way. https://youtu.be/26Am0lcxbM0 What Are The Three Types of Party Wall Notices? Under the Party Wall etc […]
How to Choose the Right Surveyor for Your Property Purchase
When you’re buying a new home, you have a lot of decisions to make. How many bedrooms do you need? Where do you buy? Do you want a period home, or a more modern style? And so on. Some of those decisions are exciting, while others are less so. One of those potentially less interesting […]
Japanese Knotweed: Threat to Your Property Value!
When surveying a house, there are a lot of things you’re supposed to look for. Some of those things could be causing problems already or may cause problems in the future. For today’s blog we’re looking at a plant which you definitely don’t want to find on the property or near to it. Specifically, Japanese […]