Building Surveys
The Complete Guide to Level 3 Building Surveys in East Sussex
Everything you need to know about what a full building survey covers, when you need one, and how it can save you thousands on your property purchase.
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Building Surveys
Party Wall
Party Wall Act Explained: What Every Property Owner Needs to Know
Planning works near a shared boundary? We explain the Party Wall Act in plain English — what it means, when it applies, and how to protect yourself.
Buying Advice
First-Time Buyer? Here's Why You Should Never Skip a Survey
Buying your first home is exciting but risky. Find out why skipping a survey is one of the costliest mistakes first-time buyers make in East Sussex.
Building Surveys
RICS HomeBuyer Report vs Level 3 Survey: Which Do You Need?
Confused about the difference between survey levels? We break it down in plain English so you can make the right choice for your property.
Party Wall
How to Serve a Party Wall Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide
Planning an extension or loft conversion? Here's exactly how to serve a party wall notice and what happens if your neighbour objects.
Local Market
Buying Property in Crowborough: What Every Buyer Should Know
From Ashdown Forest views to Victorian terraces, Crowborough offers a unique property market. Here's what local surveyors say you need to watch out for.
Building Surveys
Damp in Victorian Homes: How to Identify It and What to Do
Damp is the most common defect we find in period properties across East Sussex and Kent. Here's how to spot it, understand it and deal with it properly.
Valuations
RICS Property Valuations: A Complete Guide for East Sussex Homeowners
Whether you're buying, selling or remortgaging, understanding how RICS property valuations work can save you time, money and stress.
Valuations
Help to Buy Valuations Explained: What You Need to Know in 2025
If you bought with Help to Buy and want to remortgage or sell, you'll need an RICS Help to Buy valuation. Here's everything you need to know.
Buying Advice
Do I Need a Structural Survey? The Honest Answer from a Surveyor
The term "structural survey" gets thrown around a lot in the property world. Here's what it actually means and when you genuinely need one.
Building Surveys
How to Read Your Building Survey Report: A Plain English Guide
Survey reports can be daunting. Here's how to understand condition ratings, prioritise actions and use your report as a negotiating tool.
Local Market
The Top 5 Property Defects We Find in East Sussex Homes
After hundreds of surveys across East Sussex, these are the defects we encounter most often — and what you can do about them before they become costly problems.
Party Wall
Neighbour Disputes and Party Wall Awards: How to Resolve Them
Party wall disputes can be stressful and expensive if handled badly. Here's how a party wall award works and how to resolve disagreements without going to court.
Buying Advice
Pre-Purchase Surveys: Everything a Property Buyer Needs to Know
From choosing the right survey to understanding what happens after you receive your report — a complete walkthrough of the pre-purchase survey process.
Building Surveys
Buying a Listed Building in East Sussex: The Complete Survey Guide
Purchasing a Grade I or Grade II listed building comes with unique challenges and legal obligations. Here's everything you need to know before buying a listed property in East Sussex.