South West London
Surveyors

Building Surveyors in South West London

Our panel of South West London surveyors focuses on doing surveys and valuations of buildings. They specialise in surveying residential properties that are in the process of being purchased and/or are in need of a valuation. They specifically perform these tasks in the South West London area and are known for being really great at what they do.

Brixton, Wandsworth, and Richmond all have a variety of houses for families, but you must understand the condition of a house you are interested in before making an offer. Problems are rife, from structural defects to timber and dampness issues (not to mention the old asbestos that remains common in many South London buildings). Because of this, having a building survey done on a house could be some of the best money you ever spend.

Families seeking their first flat or family home find South West London attractive. Yet properties in areas like Hammersmith, Fulham, or Wimbledon may have defects that can be quite expensive to correct. To ensure that a potential family home is worth the investment, individuals should turn to our panel of RICS chartered surveyors, who can perform a building survey and guarantee peace of mind.

RICS Surveys in South West London

Some of the main services clients request include the following:

RICS HomeBuyer Report: a common type of property survey using a traffic light system to differentiate the severity of defects found in your property. It also includes a South West London market valuation.
Full Building Survey: the most comprehensive survey assessing the structural integrity of the South West London property you are looking to purchase.
Party Wall: resolving South West London disputes between neighbours.
Valuation: reporting on the market value of your South West London property. Types of valuation include non-domicile tax valuations, probate and inheritance, shared ownership or staircasing and equity valuations, capital gains tax, matrimonial/divorce settlement, right to buy, insurance and reinstatement cost assessment, ATED (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings), etc.
Expert witness: an experienced surveyor giving evidence on a South West London property dispute which many clients need if they find themselves in litigious circumstances.

Dilapidations: a survey on the damages to a South West London rental property when a tenancy comes to an end.

Valuers in South West London

Our panel of South West London Valuation Surveyors deliver first-rate market valuations and expert guidance when it comes to leasehold and freehold concerns. They work with a wide range of property investors, developers, and private individuals. Many of their clients own high-value Surrey properties and are adept at understanding risks and opportunities faced by clients investing outside the capital.

The RICS registered valuers possess unparalleled knowledge of the South West London residential property market, which makes their expertise truly indispensable. Indeed, when it comes to seeking a property valuation, it makes good sense to turn to them for a commercial or residential RICS Valuation report and these include the following:

Insurance/Reinstatement Cost Assessment: determine the cost of rebuild or repair to return a property to its original state for insurance purposes.
Market Valuations: determining how much your property should sell for from an objective and realistic point of view.
Rent Review Valuation: rental value for lease renewals and rent review will require a valuation to reach a fair rental agreements between landlords and tenants.
Commercial Valuation: commercial properties such as shops or warehouses may need a valuation to establish the market value before you make a decision on investment.
Probate and Inheritance Tax (IHT) Valuations: this is for probate and will determine your overall tax liability.
Matrimonial/Divorce Settlement Valuations: your marital assets will require an impartial valuation in divorce settlements to facilitate the division of property.
Shared Ownership – Staircasing/Equity Valuations: this assesses the value of a shared ownership property in respect of staircasing and equity transactions.
Right to Buy Valuations: you will need a valuation if you are looking to purchase a property through Right to Buy.
Non-Domicile Tax Valuations: assessing the value of a property for tax reasons if you are a non-domicile resident.
ATED (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) Valuations: a valuation will be required for tax compliance in respect of ATED.
Charity Valuation: charitable organisations will need valuations to meet regulatory requirements.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Valuations: calculating how much capital gains tax you have to pay on your property transactions.

Party Wall Surveyors in South West London

Appointing owners who seek expert knowledge and guidance in respect of party wall will find themselves in good hands. The team of RICS Chartered surveyors offers excellent service in party wall for the South West London area. Navigating the Party Wall Act can be difficult and our panel of party wall surveyors can assist efficiently in settling disputes.

Part of this service includes providing Schedules of Condition, which help protect both the tenant and the landlord. When a dispute arises about what the condition of a portion of property was before the tenant occupied it or works were carried out, the schedule of condition report establishes the facts and helps with the resolution of disputes. They also help avoid disputes altogether.

Structural Engineer, Expert Witness, & Other Surveys in South West London

Apart from providing complete surveys and valuations in South West London, our panel of surveyors also offer an array of property services matched to the wide range of individual and institutional property interests clients hold, such as the following:

Specific Defect Report: these reports direct attention to one specific problem or area of concern within a building or facility. They provide an opinion as to the probable cause of the problem and, most importantly, what needs to be done to fix it. These reports help to ensure that a building owner or buyer has the necessary information to make an informed decision about the necessary action to take to remedy a problem.

Expert witness: when there are property-related legal disputes, our panel of knowledgeable surveyors can serve as expert witnesses. They can support your case with detailed reports and provide testimony in ways that other surveyors can not. If you need to negotiate a resolution, they can help there too.

Structural Engineer Report: the structural integrity of a building is a top priority. If there is a specific area you are concerned about, such as the removal of a chimney breast or loadbearing wall, then our panel of professional structural engineers can develop detailed reports on how to go about the alteration.

Clients can select from an extensive portfolio of services. Whatever the choice, they can be sure that the South West London surveyors will be thorough and will leave no stone unturned, all the way through from the initial survey to the final account.

Book a Survey with Surveyors in South West London

The team offers unbiased residential building survey services in South West London. They provide property purchasers and landlords with expert property advice and carry out a variety of property surveys in the South West London area. Our panel of experienced Chartered Surveyors is one of the top-level construction and property consultancy teams in the region and is ideally placed to deliver the reports and answers that you need when buying or renting a property in the South West London area.

South West London Surveyors