There are common defects with secondary roof coverings (felt under the roof tiles) that often go unnoticed as it is difficult to identify and if left for long enough can cause significant damage that can be very costly to repair. One location where damage can occur is at the eaves of the roof. This can …
Many homes that we survey are found to have elevated levels of moisture, causing condensation and dampness and we often recommend installing a PIV, or Positive InputVentilation system. But what are they and how do they work? Positive input ventilation (PIV) is a low-energy, whole home ventilation method. It looks toprotect homeowners from the many …
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How do we get rid of damp? Ideally the earlier you can spot signs of damp within your home the easier it will be to get rid of as less damage will have occurred and it will have less of a ‘hold’ within your property. Look for clear indications on your walls, such as wet …
It was during an unseasonably cold day in April this year that I was instructed to undertake a Level three building survey on a stone cottage just on the outskirts of Maidstone, Kent. My drive to the agents, to collect the keys, took me through a dense forest area. As I was reflecting on the …
A stitch in time to save nine – an interesting case of lintel failure. At Gold Crest Surveyors we are experienced in surveying Victorian terraces. Victorian terraces have many attractive features, and there are some common defects that a surveyor would expect to find in nearly everyone, some of these including; damp to the original …
I recently carried out a survey in a place called Mytholmroyd. I had never visited this part ofthe world before and was very intrigued as it reminded me more of a mid Wales village, not avillage near Halifax, West Yorkshire. After a little digging, it turns out that Mytholmroyd is the birthplace of and inspiration …
If you are looking for a firm of London Chartered Surveyors, look no further. We here at Gold Crest are a multi-award-winning RICS approved and regulated survey company with over 11 years worth of experience in carrying out property surveys and valuations in the greater London area. The services we provide include Schedules of Condition, …
The roof (covering and structure) is one of the most important parts of a building. It is the umbrella/defective shield in situ protecting the structure of the property beneath from, at times, the harsh British weather. Should the roof covering fail it can have serious effects on other components/elements of the building. The roof coverings …
As residential surveyor I visit hundreds of properties every year and almost every week I found similar defects. One of these is the lack of adequate subfloor ventilation to suspended timber floor structures to the ground floor rooms, particularly in old properties. Quite frequently occupiers have blocked the existing air bricks/ventilation grilles to prevent the …
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RICS Level 3 Building Surveyors in Kent Secure peace of mind by using RICS Qualified Surveyors for your survey needs in Kent The best way of avoiding unforeseen costly repair bills when you purchase a property is to commission a RICS Level 3 Full Building Survey. Having a RICS Level 3 survey tucked under your …
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