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If you’re about to make an offer on a property you think might be your dream home, you’ll want to make sure it doesn’t turn out to be a nightmare once you move in. You’ll want to know what sort of condition the property is really in, rather than just what was presented to you […]
If you have ever found yourself in a construction contract dispute , you may have heard the term ‘expert determination’ before. If you haven’t then this blog is for you, because we’re going to explain what this specialist term means, the role of a building surveyor as an appointed expert, how it all works, and […]
If you’re planning construction works close to a neighbouring property, or carrying out works to a shared or party wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is likely to apply. One of the very first steps is serving the correct party wall notices, and where disputes arise, surveyors quickly become involved. But what exactly does […]
Have you noticed your neighbour’s builders digging foundations, altering a shared wall or carrying out significant works – yet you never received any notice under the Party Wall Act? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Situations like this can feel stressful, particularly when works are happening close to your home and you’re unsure where […]
There are lots of reasons you might want to invest in commercial property. Whether it’s your very first purchase and you’re finding your feet, or you already own a portfolio and are looking to expand, there’s a big list of positives there. But there are things you need to be careful about, including making sure […]
When you’re buying a property or preparing for a major investment, few decisions are as important as choosing the right building survey. With so much money at stake, you want clarity, confidence, and no nasty surprises lurking beneath the surface. One of the most common questions we’re asked is “do I need a Level 2 […]
If you work in construction or property, chances are you’ve heard the term CDM Regulations more times than you can count. But how often do we pause to think about what CDM actually means, why it exists, and how it genuinely influences the projects we deliver every day? At Harrison Clarke, we believe that understanding […]
Let’s dive into the world of Building Regulations! If you work in any of these areas – construction, design, or building control. You’ll know first hand how important it is to keep up with these documents. This blog gives a simple overview of Approved Documents A-T, along with the often forgotten Regulation 7, and I […]
A lot of people think of buildings as a fixed, unchanging object that can last forever, never deteriorating as long as it’s in use. But when you own a building (or work as a building surveyor), you find that’s not quite the case. Buildings do, in fact, degrade over time, and with use. And if […]
Expert Witnesses play a crucial role in civil litigation in England and Wales by providing specialised, independent opinions to assist the court in understanding complex issues. Their use is strictly regulated under Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR35), to ensure fairness and objectivity. CPR35 sets strict guidelines that govern how expert evidence is […]
You’ve worked hard to save for a deposit, made sure your annual income is sufficient to satisfy a lender, and you’re ready to buy a property. Now you have to deal with a load of professionals you’ve never talked to before in your life. The solicitor wants to know your date of birth, your current […]
If you own a building, you will need to insure it. That’s just part and parcel of ownership unfortunately. And it means that your insurance company will want to know the value of the risk they’re insuring, so that they know what they might be expected to pay out if you claim. With some things […]
