I am buying a second hand property. Why should I employ a Chartered Building Surveyor to carry out a structural survey ?
Buying property such as a new home or as part of an investment portfolio is likely to be the single biggest investment that most of us will ever undertake. Although the property may match all of your requirements, how confident are you that there are no hidden surprises. Structural defects, hazardous materials, penetrating or rising dampness, building regulation non-compliance etc. are among a number of issues which can have serious implications on the property in question. It is essential that all such issues are identified prior to purchase to enable the purchaser to make an informed and calculated decision. Even the cost of repairing small defects can run into thousands of euros and it is prudent to ensure that you are aware of all such defects and associated repair costs prior to purchase. Chartered Building Surveyors are specifically trained in this area.
