Identifying a single issue with the property

Single Defect Reports

The single defect report is most commonly required by existing home owners, landlords or Property Managers who have been made aware of a problem affecting a particular part of a property and who require a bespoke report and advice on a specific matter that has been drawn to their attention.

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EXAMPLES OF SINGLE DEFECTS REPORT

Providing a report on a bungalow in Fraddon to identify and confirm the method of construction to the main walls.  Following our inspection, we were able to confirm that the property was of pre-cast sectional reinforced concrete construction to a Cornish Unit specification.

Providing a report to a management company on the condition of flat roofs to three blocks of flats in Newquay, illustrated with colour photographs and advising on routine overhaul/repairs to keep the roofs serviceable until planned renewal.

Investigating the cause of dampness affecting a brick gable end wall to a property in Trispen and advising on repair options to manage or remedy the matter.

  • Investigating and advising on persistent, significant dampness affecting a ground floor flat in Tregony.
  • Advising on a condensation problem affecting a two bedroom tenanted house in Falmouth.
  • Investigation of a roof leak to a commercial property in Central Square, Newquay.
  • Providing a report on the condition of two chimneys to a rural property near Truro and advising on the cause of damp ingress and possible repair options.
  • Reporting on the cause and significance of render cracking to a newly renovated property at Tehidy near Camborne and advising on necessary repairs.
  • Reporting to a Management Company on the cause and significance of movement cracks affecting a block of flats in Truro.
  • Providing a report on the condition and life expectancy of a timber balcony structure to a property in Polzeath.

 

IS THIS THE BEST SURVEY FOR YOU?

We offer a variety of surveys and valuations for properties, new and old – no matter the condition. Take a moment to browse our other services, below.

Insurance

Our Insurance Reinstatement Valuation will use an industry standard Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) of the RICS to establish a reinstatement value that insurers use to calculate appropriate premiums.

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Building Surveys

We will carry out desktop search to check on important issues before conducting a detailed on-site inspection to record the building’s condition and construction.

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Snagging Lists

A Snagging List details issues your builder needs to address after they have completed the property to make sure it is finished properly.

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"I was kept up to date on all progress. I was given the mobile number of the surveyor so I could contact him directly. When I did, he answered all my questions clearly.  The report was sent to me in a very short time, the survey was very thorough and was written in a way that I could understand."

Sarah Goodman

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