How Much Does A House Survey Cost In 2025?
Buying a house can be a very expensive process. Most people need to save up a large amount for a deposit, and on top of that, you’ll need to pay solicitors’ fees, mortgage brokers’ fees and even estate agents’ fees. And that’s all before you’ve commissioned a professional building surveyor to inspect your new home. […]
Skipping a Home Survey – Why It’s Not Worth The Gamble
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, […]
Wall Tie Failure: What It Means for Your Property
If you have an older property with masonry walls, it’s likely that a surveyor will recommend a wall tie survey. They do this for a very good reason – wall tie failure is a common issue in older homes and can cause serious structural problems if left untreated. But it can be a bit confusing […]
An Update on Spray Foam Insulation
In the last few months there has been a lot of information, updates, and talk in the news about spray foam insulation. The government published reports, and this has sparked a lot of debate both in the public and in professional circles about materials and application, as well as spray foam methodology as a method […]
Local Surveyor: Unlock the Benefits
Over the last few years, there has been a definite shift in buying culture. Consumers are now looking to support their local businesses, choosing to buy local instead of buy from larger, faceless corporations, especially with purchases they have a lot invested in emotionally, or are spending a lot of money on. But a question […]
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 […]