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Property Consultancy

Property Consultancy

Practical advice on defects, refurbishment and development potential.

Practical advice on defects, refurbishment and development potential.

Service Overview

Service Overview

Advice, when a full survey isn't the question

Not every problem needs a formal survey report. Sometimes you need someone to look at a crack and tell you whether it matters, review a builder's quote before you sign it, or give a view on what a property could become.

We take on focused consultancy instructions — defect diagnosis, condition schedules, pre-purchase advice on development potential, and support through refurbishment projects.

Duration · Scoped to the instruction

Best for · Owners, landlords and developers with a specific question rather than a full survey.

Starting at · Fee on request

What’s Included

  • Defect diagnosis and repair advice

  • Schedules of condition and dilapidations support

  • Pre-purchase advice on development or extension potential

  • Review of contractor quotes and specifications

  • Ongoing support through refurbishment works

Ready to book this service?

Fee on request · Service duration varies by coat and care needs

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions we're asked most often, answered plainly. If yours isn't here, call and ask.

The questions we're asked most often, answered plainly. If yours isn't here, call and ask.

Which level of survey do I need?

It depends on the property's age, condition and what you plan to do with it. A Level 2 suits conventional homes in reasonable order; a Level 3 suits older, altered or run-down properties, and anything you intend to renovate. Tell us the address and we'll advise before you commit.

Isn't the mortgage valuation enough?

How much will it cost?

How long does it take?

Do I need a party wall surveyor?

What happens after I get the report?

Still not sure what you need?

Tell us about the property and we'll point you to the right survey.

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