Identifying Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
RAAC is the much shorter way of saying Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete. RAAC has been making headlines in the last 6 months. But why?...
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Whether you’re a regular developer, investor or consultant stepping into the space, there are a lot of things to get your head around in the construction world. Including who does what. One of the most pivotal, but often overlooked roles is the Employer’s Agent under a JCT Design and Build Contract. But understanding the responsibilities […]
Picture this. You’re a business owner looking to take on a new premises in London. You’ve done your research – you know how much rent you can afford, what the rates bill will be, and the service charge. You know how much you’ll be spending on gas, electricity, and even how much you’ll be paying […]
When a new site is being developed, there are a lot of plates to keep spinning. While all of them are important, there is a critical part of the process that often doesn’t get the spotlight it deserves. It happens right at the start, during the site acquisition process, and it’s called technical due diligence. […]
People often describe buying a home as the biggest purchase you’ll ever make in your life. So, it’s not surprising that many buyers are looking for ways to save money! There are a few ways you can do that when buying a property. For example, you could go directly to your bank for a mortgage, […]
Properties are a significant investment – probably the biggest you’ll make. And unlike other investments, they also offer the opportunity to increase their value by improving or expanding them. You can make internal improvements and improve the space. You can transform unused spaces by adding extensions or adjusting the internal layout. But if you don’t […]
Let’s say you’re renovating a property. Maybe you own the home, manage the building, or you just bought it to fix it up. You, or a contractor, are ready to work. You pull back a ceiling tile or start stripping out some walls, and you hear a question that no one really wants to hear; […]
Whether you’re building an extension, converting your loft or doing structural alterations, you need to understand your obligations under the Party Wall etc Act 1996. It’s one of those areas that can quietly derail your project if you’re not properly prepared. A lot of homeowners don’t realise just how long the party wall process can […]
Unexpected repairs. Costly downtime. Safety concerns. If you’re a property owner or manager, these are very familiar headaches for you! Luckily, there’s a simple solution to all of them: a planned preventative maintenance survey, also known as a PPM survey. Today, we’ll be diving into what they are, why you need them, and how they […]
Adding an outbuilding to your property can be a great way to add extra space, and get some extra functionality too. Especially when more people are working from home than ever before, and looking for better spaces to work in. As surveyors, we’ve seen some truly great outbuildings. We’ve also seen some not-so-great, and some […]
When you’re about to buy a home, one of the big things you need to do is look for a surveyor. It’s easy to be swayed by flashy marketing and low prices, thinking you’re getting a great deal. Unfortunately, , we see purchasers being burnt time and time again by poor quality and frankly inadequate […]
As Chartered Building Surveyors, we often see firsthand just how much fire safety regulations impact homes and businesses, and we want to share that knowledge with you. From the history of fire safety in the UK and recent updates to regulations. As well as what you as a homeowner or a business owner need to […]
If you’re building a new property, renovating, or planning a home improvement, it’s important to know the legal elements. In the UK, building regulations ensure that structures are safe, sustainable, and suitable for the people who use them. They come from the Building Act 1984, and cover everything from fire safety to energy efficiency. If […]
RAAC is the much shorter way of saying Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete. RAAC has been making headlines in the last 6 months. But why?...
“The property is in better condition than when I took it on!” This is a phrase we hear all the time from commercial tenants,...
Party walls are a very confusing area of property law, and it’s probably one of the most common areas we get questions about. Both...
Every property needs insulation. It’s what keeps our homes so warm and toasty even through the harsh bite of English winters, and it’s an...
Buying your first home is one of the most exciting things you can ever do. But it can also be a very confusing, expensive...
Houses are incredibly complicated things. Much more than just bricks and mortar, they incorporate thousands of different parts and take dozens of tradespeople hundreds...
At Harrison Clarke, our team of specialist party wall surveyors are often asked for advice around security for expenses, and how this relates to...
Our specialist dilapidations surveyors at Harrison Clarke are often asked for advice on how tenants can prepare for a dilapidations claim. In this article,...
Our experienced surveyors at Harrison Clarke are often asked for advice on how landlords can prepare for a dilapidations claim. In this article, we...
Our experienced surveyors at Harrison Clarke are often asked for information on spray foam roof insulation and how it might affect the structural integrity...
Our experienced surveyors here at Harrison Clarke are often asked to identify whether Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) is present in buildings. In this...
We understand it can be confusing for neighbours when they receive a Party Wall Notice through the post. In this article, we explain how...
At Harrison Clarke we can offer to prepare Photographic Schedule of Condition, either for a new commercial tenant about to commit to leasing a...
Harrison Clarke are leading chartered surveyors in the Hampshire area. In this article, we will be considering what items a landlord can include in...
Harrison Clarke are leading chartered surveyors in the Hampshire area. In this article, we look at the purpose of an interim schedule of dilapidations....
Building Owners planning construction works on their property have a lot to think about, including whether their plans will be impacted by the Party...
If you are a developer concerned about navigating the Party Wall Act as you embark on your building project, Harrison Clarke’s expert team of...
Harrison Clarke are leading chartered surveyors in the Hampshire area. We are regularly called upon to act as an expert witness, or to provide...
Party Wall – Consultations The Party Wall Act can be confusing to navigate, and the processes involved with serving notices to your neighbours and...
For many first-time buyers, cashflow can be tight, and it is understandable that they look for ways to save money during the buying process....
Harrison Clarke is a leading chartered surveyor in the Southampton area, and we have a specialist, experienced team that concentrates on Party Wall matters....
Our team of chartered surveyors at Harrison Clarke is being asked this question more often, and we are also sometimes asked, “If I only...
At Harrison Clarke, this is the question we are most commonly asked by commercial lease tenants. In this article, we will be exploring whether...
Sometimes, we sadly receive calls from people who have moved into their new home and later found defects that their surveyor had failed to...
Businesses hate uncertainty, and it comes as no surprise that business owners and directors want to minimise any periods of uncertainty. One area that...
When business owners and directors receive a claim for dilapidations damages at the end of their lease, they often feel that the landlord is...
Harrison Clarke is a leading firm of chartered surveyors helping a variety of residential and commercial clients across Hampshire. In this article, we explain...
It can be alarming if your neighbour starts building work that they haven’t told you about. You may be concerned that their work could...
Worryingly, a 2019 study by the mortgage broker, John Charcol, found that as many as eight out of 10 people buying a new home...
It can be alarming if your neighbour starts building work that they haven’t told you about. You may be concerned that their work could...
Expert witnesses are often needed to assist tribunals and courts with various building-related matters, including disputes over boundaries, valuations, the quality of works completed,...
Why they cost what they do, and what to consider when you are comparing quotes At Harrison Clarke – a leading firm of chartered...
Harrison Clarke is a leading firm of chartered surveyors in the Hampshire area, with a dedicated team specialising in Party Wall matters. In this...
If you have served Party Wall Notices on your neighbour and they have dissented and appointed their own surveyor, a third surveyor will be...
When you are buying a new home, the costs can mount up. We understand that many people are going to be considering where they...