structural survey Archives

Who will organise access for my property survey?

“Who will organise access for my property survey?” This question is asked a lot. We want to assure you it’s a job for us to organise and not for you! How do we organise access? You are now at the stage where your house survey is booked. It’s all systems go to get an Engineer […]

Can I speak to the Engineer about my survey?

This is a question we get asked a lot. And the answer is yes, of course, you can speak to the Engineer about your pre-purchase structural survey. Buying a house is big deal and we get that. This is something we strongly recommend. You should know as much as you can about the property before […]

What is an apartment survey?

So you are entering that time of your life where you are looking to buy your first home. It’s exciting but it can also be a little nerve-racking. You haven’t done this before and need some information. You may have heard about apartment surveys and need to know a little more. Or maybe like lots […]

How much does a house survey cost?

So how much does a house survey cost? This is one of the first questions any prospective home buyer will ask. We have answered this important question thousands of times over the last twenty years. We hope this blog helps you to understand the answer to this question. So here we go… Buying a house […]

Tips for choosing a Surveyor

Pre-purchase building surveys are predominately visual inspections. It is really important that the surveyor you choose to inspect your future home has significant experience in pre-purchase building surveys and carries out building surveys on an ongoing basis. The suggestions below will help you to be confident that have chosen the right company. Your report should […]

Asbestos survey and your home

Asbestos surveys show that-asbestos related deaths and serious illnesses, normally results from inhaling the fibers in building asbestos materials. Asbestos use in building materials was to strengthen structures and improve fire resistance and was commonly used in houses. Asbestos related deaths usually followed long-term exposure to the raw material. The critical factor is whether it is exposed or not and […]

About cracks in walls

When a Building Surveyor is inspecting a crack in a wall he is basing his opinion on what he can visually see at the time of inspection. Cracks can open and close over a season and a minor crack that is now visible to the building surveyor may be in existence since the property was […]

About septic tanks

How septic tanks work Septic tanks are designed to allow liquids to flow through the tank and enter a percolation area without causing damage to the environment. Waste waters enter the tank and the flow is reduced through a series of baffles allowing the solids to sink to the bottom. Additionally, smaller particles float to […]

About radon gas building structural survey comments

Structural survey reports on Radon Gas What is radon? Radon is a radioactive gas which occurs naturally in the ground from the decay of uranium present in rocks and soils. Why is radon a problem? It is estimated that the effects of exposure to radon gas kills about 200 people a year in Ireland. You […]

What is pyrite in homes?

Property Health Check does not provide pyrite testing, or any certification in relation to pyrite testing. However, clients often ask when they are thinking about buying or selling a property, should they consider getting a pyrite test carried out before selling or purchasing? The following should hopefully give a little more insight into pyrite and how […]

Structural survey of roof

The main requirements of a roof is to prevent moisture penetration and to transfer the roof loads to load bearing walls of the property. Roofing is the water-resistant material what protects the structure from being damaged by water. The term roof is usually broader and includes the roofing and the supporting structure. With leak free […]

What are some common areas of concern during structural surveys?

Answer The structure is by far the most important part of a building survey. In many instances, structural problems can be very expensive to repair. The structural part of the building survey involves examining all the visible parts of the exterior, the roof, interior walls, ceilings, floors, attic spaces, doors and window frames. Particular attention […]

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Building Survey Cork Kerry Area. Adrigole Anascaul Bantry Baraduff Caherdaniel Cahersiveen Castleisland Castletown Bearhaven Dingle Glenbeigh Glengarriff Kenmare Kilgarvan Killarney Killorgan Lauragh Milltown Rathmore Sneem Tralee Waterville Our website also provides information about septic tanks, structural walls, roofs, floors, grounds and much more.

Pre-purchase structural survey Dublin Kildare Meath Cork

Pre purchase structural survey carried out in the Dublin, Cork, Kildare, Wicklow and Meath. Dublin 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,20,22,24 DonaghmedeDonnybrookDrimnaghDruncondraDunboyne PortmarnockProperousRahenyRanelaghRathbourne AdamstownAilesburyAllenwoodAshbourneAshtown DundrumDun LaoghaireDunshaughlinEnfieldGlassnevin RathcooleRathgarRathmichaelRathminesRatoath BaldoyleBallinteerBallybrackBallbrigganBallsbridge FinglasFirhouseHarolds CrossHazelhatchHowth RathfarnhamRingsendRonanstownRushSaggart BallybodenBallyfermotBallymunBeaumontBelgard InchicoreInnfieldIrishtownJobstownKilcock SallinsSallynogginSandycoveSandyfordSandymount BlackrockBlanchardstownBlessingtonBooterstownBray Kildare TownKiliernanKilmainhamKilnamanaghKimmage SantryShankillSkerriesSouth Circular RdSpringfield CabinteelyCabraCarburyCarpenterstownCarrickmines KingswoodKnocklyonLeixlipLeopardstownLucan StepasideStillorganStraffanSummerhillSundrive CastleknockCelbridgeChapelizodChurchtownCitywest LuskLuttrellstownMalahideMarinoMaynooth SuttonSwordsTallaghtTempleogueTerenure ClaneClondalkinCloneeClonshaughClonsilla MilltownMonkstownMount MerrionMulhuddartNaas Walkinstown ClonskeaghClontarfCoolockCoolmineCorduff NeilstownNewbridgeNewcastleNorth Circular RdOld Bawn CornelscourtCrumlinDalkeyDonabateDonadee PalmerstonPalmerstownPhibsboroPoppintreePortobello Our website also […]

What to expect from a building survey

What to expect Many home buyers sometimes buy their home on impulse. Experienced building surveyors can help home buyers avoid buyers remorse by reporting on building defects and problems before the home buyer finds them after closing. As a professional Building Surveying company we at Property Health Check, provide our building surveying clients with the […]

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Property Health Check, our building surveyor client’s comment on their building surveys. About 70% of our pre-purchase building survey business originates from existing clients or from their solicitors who are familiar with our survey reports. We don’t advertise in phone book directories, local or national papers. We concenstrate our efforts in providing our clients with […]

cost of structural building survey

Building Surveyor, cost of Structural Building Surveys in Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Kerry and in other counties. Buying a home is a huge investment. Making certain that it is safe for your family is the most vital part of the building survey we perform. We guide you through the building surveying process so you can rest […]

Our pre purchase building survey ensures that our clients wont get stuck buying a money pit

Your detailed Pre-Purchase Building Survey Report can literally save you thousands of euro’s by renegotiating with the vendor or in some cases pulling out of the purchase when previously unknown serious defects come to light during our survey. What sense does it make to spend €250+ thousands of euro’s on a house, only to move […]

Can you renegotiate on the agreed property price after defects are found?

Your detailed Pre Purchase Structural Survey Report can literally save you thousands of euro’s by renegotiating with the vendor or in some cases pulling out of the purchase when previously unknown serious defects come to light during your property survey. It doesn’t make sense to spend €250+ thousand euro’s on a house, only to move […]

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Your detailed Pre-Purchase Building Survey Report can literally save you thousands of euro’s by renegotiating with the vendor or in some cases pulling out of the purchase when previously unknown serious defects come to light during our building survey. What sense does it make to spend €250+ thousands of euro’s on a house, […]

Planning permission/what-are-class-1-exempted-developments?

Answer Planning Permission and Exempted development schedule is set out in, S.I. 600 of 2001 http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/2001/en/si/0600.html CLASS 1 The extension of a house, by the construction or erection of an extension (including a conservatory) to the rear of the house or by the conversion for use as part of the house of any garage, store, […]

Basic information on Planning Permission.

Planning permission is not always required if you want to extend or renovate an existing house. Under the Building Control Act of 2000 you can extend your property without planning permission once the extension (including previous extensions) is less than 40 sq metres. To be exempt the extension must be at the back of the […]

What defects do building surveyors look for?

Here’s the answer….. Our thorough Structural Survey will mean that YOU won’t get stuck buying a Money Pit. Over the last 20 years we have protected more than 15,000 home buyers just like you and we listen to what our customers say… Introduction The Role of the Seller The Role of the Building Surveyor Planning Issues and Certificates of Compliance […]

FAQ’s about Septic tanks

HOW SEPTIC TANKS WORK Tanks are designed to allow waste liquids to flow through the tank and enter a percolation area without causing damage to the environment. Waste waters enter the tank and the solids to sink to the bottom. Smaller particles float to the surface creating a scum. Most of the waste decomposes through […]

FAQ’s about pyrite in homes

With property prices continuing to fall, negative equity is a reality for a significant number of home-owners, especially those who bought in new developments. The structural damage that pyrite can cause is an expensive problem to fix and stressful to the property owner. If if an individual home has no pyrite in its back-fill, the […]

Questions about Radon

Radon is a radioactive gas which occurs naturally in the ground from the decay of uranium present in rocks and soils. It is estimated that the effects of exposure to radon gas kills about 200 people a year in Ireland. What is radon? Radon is a radioactive gas which occurs naturally in the ground from […]

FAQ’s about a House Survey

Q: What is a “House Survey”? A: A house survey is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home, from the roof to the foundation. Our building surveyor’s report will include an evaluation of the condition of the property’s roof, attic, roof coverings, exterior, grounds; interior walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors. […]

Building Surveyor comments on insurance terms and definitions

Building Surveyor comments on Insurance Terms and Definitions. Note, You should read your insurance policy document in full, different insurance companies may have different definitions then the ones listed below. An understanding of the terms used by insurance companies is a great starting point for unravelling your insurance policy. This insurance terms glossary contains some […]