Pre-Purchase Structural Engineers Reports for residential property

I am sharing my thoughts in response to the growing public concerns about the necessary professional qualifications for conducting a pre-purchase Structural Engineer’s Report for residential property purchases. Such reports play a vital role in the decision making process for…

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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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The Property Subsidence Assessment (PSA)

Published by the British Geological Survey (BGS), December 2024 Calling all industry professionals! Has anyone in the industry had the chance to see/use/benefit from the above data which has just been published by the British Geological Survey? It sounds very…

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How to select Builders and Trades persons

The challenges of selecting a builder or trades person Selecting builders and trades people poses numerous challenges for the public, a difficulty even industry professionals encounter. However, there are some helpful tips and pitfalls to watch out for. Having worked…

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Subsidence risks for properties in London

This article aims to inform the public and should not replace the advice of a Chartered Structural Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer. When purchasing a property in Greater London, contacting the Local Authority as part of your searches will provide guidance…

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