Home Buyers Survey in Lindfield

Should we have a HomeBuyer Report, Building Survey or Full Structural Survey for a home in Lindfield and which one is cheaper?

The Full Structural Survey has been updated to a Building Survey and is essentially the same.

If the Lindfield property is an apartment, or is 100 or more years old, or has been structurally altered, or is of non standard construction, you should choose a cheaper HomeBuyer Report.

If you are thinking about whether to do any major works, it would be better that you choose a Building Survey. This option is less cheap however it does give an in-depth analysis of the Lindfield property's condition and it includes advice on defects , repairs as well as maintenance options .

If in doubt why not get an instant Lindfield House Survey Quote via our website or call us 0800 038 6667 to speak to our survey team.

What will your RICS Surveyor look for on a spar dash rendered (stucco) home in Lindfield.

Stucco is really a type of render. Typically it is layered over brick (sometimes also ceilings) to form a smooth and even finish. The finish is very grand in appearance and is often found on Regency properties for example. Stucco is often problematic and Surveyors commonly reveal potentially expensive to remedy problems for example, horizontal cracking revealing the underlying mortar joints

Another example of problems associated with stucco could be when water gets in beneath flashings that causes the render detaching. Fixing problems with stucco may be difficult as the skills are getting more difficult to find.

Will there be any problems I need to verify if purchasing a building in Lindfield near a conservation area?

There are 9, 300 of designated conservation areas throughout England and Wales which are overseen by local authorities. Lindfield surveyors are required by RICS to have relevant knowledge of relevant local factors and the connection they have on the building. Prices is usually greater because of them being in good order. However many have been neglected and are in a poor state e.g. the removal front garden walls

RICS surveyors can be expected to advise if the home is or might be within a conservation area and the Section I Issues for your legal advisers of the Homebuyer Report will suggest the proper questions are carried out as part of the legal process. Out of keeping modifications to the building may also be reported in the Lindfield survey but these are really more a investigated by your conveyancer. Rix and Kay are a local firm situated at The Courtyard, Mid Sussex, West Sussex, TN22 1SL will be prepared to give you some pointers. Tel: 01825 761555

Can Kentish Rag stone-built properties be hard to maintain. What should we be particularly aware of, and will the surveyor offer any advice?

From Farmington Stone to Red St.Bees Sandstone, there are many types of stone used in the construction of homes in this country. The properties of a stone can affect wear as much as upkeep or construction. Regular stone describes cut stone, generally forming brick-like courses. These may require less maintenance than more irregularly built walls, but this is heavily dependent on the type of stone used. A survey will include a range of suggestions or requirements for maintenance, such as careful removal of nearby trees and plants. Be careful not to pull these up by the roots, as they could already be intertwined with the wall's foundations, which will cause more damage.