Getting Accurate Valuable Information
Before you commit to buying a property it is wise to have it surveyed for signs of problems that could prove to be very costly to fix in the future. This will protect your interests and allow you to enter into negotiations in a much stronger position where you know as much, if not more, about the building than the owner.
There are two different types of surveys to choose between; a Home Buyer Report or a building survey. The latter is more detailed but both offer valuable insights into the condition of a property that can help you when you come to deciding on the price you are willing to pay. The one you opt for should depend on the age of the home you are looking at and the signs you see during your viewings.
A major advantage of having a survey done is that you will have some protection against unforeseen problems. If you don’t have the property looked at you have to bear all of the repair costs yourself. After a survey you can negotiate with the owner so they have to accept some or all of the cost.
On top of this the building surveyor will hold responsibility for checking the property and providing clear details in their report. The protection will be higher when you choose a survey rather than a Home Buyer Report because the surveyors conduct a more in-depth inspection. This means that if there are problems they miss in parts of the property they access you can make a claim against them.
At Patterson Francis and Associates we provide both types of survey and work very hard to ensure we provide the most detailed information for prospective buyers. Our team are fully qualified and have many years of experience to call on. Both of these facts mean you can expect a quality service from us that will protect your interests.
Whether you are buying a new property or an old build we would recommend you have a survey done. The investment can really pay off with the additional information you will receive and the protection it surveys offer. Contact us today if you are in need of a qualified building surveyor in the Reading area.
