RICS 'Red Book' Valuations of Land and Property
We provide valuations of land and buildings that are of use for development appraisals, accounting/audit purposes, inheritance planning, probate, divorce proceedings, Help to Buy etc. These valuations are really about value alone and offer relatively little detail on matters peripheral to market value.
Home Reports
A Scottish Home Report is a mandatory document pack for residential property sales, comprising three key sections: a Single Survey (condition and valuation), an Energy Report (efficiency rating), and a Property Questionnaire (seller-provided details). It provides buyers with essential information on repairs, value, and, in some cases, accessibility, usually required within nine days of request.
Key Components in Detail:
Single Survey & Valuation: Conducted by a chartered surveyor, this report details the condition of the home, identifies required repairs (often categorized by urgency), and provides an estimated market value. It also includes an accessibility audit for the property.
Energy Report (EPC): This Energy Performance Certificate rates the home’s energy efficiency (from A to G) and its environmental impact. It offers recommendations for improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.
Property Questionnaire: Completed by the seller, this document provides practical information, including the council tax band, parking arrangements, factoring costs, alterations made, and any history of flooding or specialist work (e.g., damp or asbestos).
RICS ' Level 3' Building Survey
The RICS Home Survey Level 3, formerly known as a “Building Survey” or “Full Structural Survey,” is the most comprehensive non-invasive inspection offered by RICS-certified professionals. It provides a detailed forensic analysis of a property’s condition, structure, and fabric.
When to Get a Level 3 Survey
This survey is specifically recommended for:
Older Properties: Buildings over 50 years old or period homes (e.g., Victorian, Edwardian, Georgian).
Unique Construction: Properties built with non-standard materials like timber frames, steel, or thatched roofs.
Renovation Projects: If you plan to make significant structural alterations or the property has been heavily modified in the past.
Poor Condition: Buildings showing obvious signs of neglect, subsidence, or serious damp.
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Why Choose Us?
Certification
Our memberships with the Architects Registration Board, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and Royal Institute Architects of Ireland is a reflection of our practice’s ethos.
Sustainability
Sustainability is at the forefront of everything we do, ensuring we create buildings that are not only contemporary and functional but also environmentally responsible.
Experience
Our director, Eddie Egan, is a chartered architect and building surveyor with an Msc in Renewable Energy and over twenty years’ experience in the construction industry.
