Surveyors Telford
Silk Sharples Jennings Surveyors are an independent firm of Chartered Building Surveyors offering a range of essential services for both commercial and residential clients looking to purchase property in the Telford area. Working in Telford, Stafford and Bridgnorth, and throughout Shropshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, the West Midlands and even certain areas of Wales, we draw from a wealth of local area experience in order to provide detailed property reports and surveys.
With a team of highly qualified, experienced surveyors we have conducted detailed surveys on a variety of property types, including period and listed buildings. We’ve been working in the West Midlands for over 20 years, building long-lasting relationships with our clients. We have built an exceptional reputation for providing accurate property surveys and reports in regard to the purchase of a property.
Our Property Surveying Services Include:
Known as the RICS HomeBuyer Report, this licensed survey is recognised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. It provides an in-depth assessment of the property’s various elements, including its structural condition, as well as both interior and exterior aspects.
Typically, the inspection takes around two to three hours, depending on the property’s size and style. The report will detail any potential repairs or defects noted during the inspection. Additionally, a HomeBuyer Report may include a market valuation and is generally conducted on properties that are less than 150 years old.
Building Surveys are sometimes referred to as full structural surveys, and are advisable for older properties, or if you are planning major works. Our Building Surveys give an in depth analysis of the building’s condition, detail any defects found and provide advice regarding any repairs and maintenance required. We offer Building Surveys on both residential and commercial properties.
Residential –
Also previously known as a ‘full structural survey’, a residential Building Survey comprises of a thoroughly detailed report on the condition and construction of the property, including any potential and obvious defects. A typical Residential Building Survey is much more detailed and covers a lot more bases than a HomeBuyer Report. We highly recommend our residential Building Survey for older properties and period properties as well as those of a more unusual or non-traditional construction.
Commercial –
A commercial Building Survey is exceedingly important for any business as it brings to light any potential problems or serious defects with the property before a final purchase is made. With our commercial Building Survey, we ensure to undertake a full and detailed assessment of the structure of the building, and provide expert advice and assistance with regard to potential costs for any repair work or necessary upgrading of any parts of the property. Our detailed Building Survey will give you the opportunity to potentially re-negotiate the property price if defects are detected.
We were recently appointed as surveyors for Patrick Burling Developments Ltd on a project refurbishing Wilkinson House in Telford town centre. The building needed a complete refurbishment inside and out to modernise its dated 1980s appearance. Our building survey was instrumental in completion of this great refurbishment.
Sometimes a HomeBuyer Survey and Valuation may not be the most appropriate form of Survey. Our Building Defect Report is particularly useful for those looking to purchase a property for renovation or repair. You may want to understand the extent of a particular defect and what remedial work is required. For specific defects requiring further investigation, our Building Defect Report can be tailored to specific individual requirements.
Our highly experienced surveyors can investigate and report on any part of a building’s structure you may have concerns about. It may be you need a more in depth report on cracking or building distortion, or you need to look at issues around mortar pointing, roof coverings or damp. Whatever your specific concern, our Building Defect Report will focus on the major issue you are concerned about to give you all the information you need.
Does a new build property require a survey?
An independent survey is valuable no matter the age of the property. It’s important to carry out your due diligence when investing in a property to ensure that it’s in sound condition and there are no issues with the construction or materials used.
How do I know which survey to choose?
It can be overwhelming knowing which survey to choose that best protects your investment. Professional guidance is key here so please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Silk Sharples Jennings and we’ll be happy to discuss the options with you to help you make a confident choice.
How soon should I book a survey in the property buying process?
We recommended booking a survey as soon as the offer on a property has been accepted. Arranging the survey early in the buying process allows you to uncover any potential issues with the property before you commit to the purchase. This timing also gives you the opportunity to negotiate with the seller if the survey reveals any significant defects or required repairs.
Get in Touch
Whether you’re interested in our commercial services, or you are considering buying a new residential home, or you would simply like to find out more information about our surveyors in Telford, get in touch with us today.
Call us now on 01743 461 777 and speak to a member of our expert team. Alternatively, simply fill in the contact form below and we’ll get back to you. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
