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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 […]

structural survey…..

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 lightduring our house survey. What sense does it make to spend €250+ thousands of euro’s on a house, only to […]

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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 […]

House survey after a roof leak

One of the most common reasons for insurance claims in Ireland is as of damage caused by a storm. From experience we find that typical damage cause by a storm such as lifted roof tiles and roof flashing, may not be immediately visible to the homeowner. The damage may only becomes visible from the appearance […]