The impact of this summer’s drought and what it means to homeowners

The met office has recently advised that 2025 is THE hottest summer since records began. The number of enquiries we have received for Structural Engineers Reports during July and August of this year has been at record levels, reflecting the…

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Subsidence and Building Insurance

This article describes some of the problems associated with subsidence and buildings insurance and offers recommendations on how to deal with these issues effectively. While the majority of our structural engineers’ reports result from surveyors reports’ and lenders’ valuation surveys,…

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A Structural Engineers General Inspection Report (GSI) Streatham, South-West London

Reason for contacting Structural Engineers Reports Ltd (SERL) An owner contacted SERL, having found us via an online web search and based on our good Google reviews. The client sought our expertise in structural engineers’ reports, especially within the South-West…

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A Structural Engineers General Structural Inspection (GSI) Report Sheen, SW London

Reason for contacting Structural Engineers Reports Ltd (SERL) A prospective buyer contacted SERL based on recommendations from their valuation surveyor. They needed a report to address the concerns of their mortgage surveyor, who identified structural issues associated with both general…

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Certificates of Structural Adequacy (COSA)

Introducing Certificates of Structural Adequacy (COSA) What are they? Should you have one? Background information. Today’s Certificates Of Structural Adequacy. Surveyors, Banks and Lenders health warning. Introducing Certificates of Structural Adequacy or COSA for short This article explores the topic…

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Chimney breast removal

This article explores the reasons for the common removal of chimney breasts and the potential complications they can present during property sales if not properly managed. It also addresses significant safety issues that are frequently overlooked. The removal of chimney…

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