Blog
A day in the life of a technical assistant
02/08/22
Our technical assistant, Helen Bourne, first entered the world of surveying back in 1999. She worked as a secretary/PA for a regional firm of surveyors for eight years before joining a local practice...
Current planning challenges due to rising phosphates
26/07/22
One of our biggest challenges when it comes to planning applications is coping with legislation and managing clients’ expectations of timescales. There’s no definitive answer as to how long...
'Mist' opportunities – when double-glazing fails
20/07/22
When our surveyors are carrying out appraisals and evaluations, there are some problems they encounter much more regularly than others. One of the most common defects spotted by our surveyors is problems...
Code of conduct for the countryside
04/07/22
Last year, a refreshed version of the Countryside Code was launched to try and ensure, particularly during Covid times, that anyone visiting the countryside could do so in a safe and respectful manner...
The outer limits – what to do with an outbuilding to increase your property’s value?
27/06/22
Rural development is something that in the last few years has become a much more viable option for homeowners, landlords and estate owners. The government’s rural policy has become more lenient...
Renovating rural property Part 2 - the survey
20/06/22
What to look out for, what to avoidOnce you’ve found a prospective renovation project, you need to find out the extent to which it needs repair and work.There are aspects of the building that will...