The property market in Bristol and Bath held up well in 2023 despite political and economic uncertainty. Whilst it is true that the volume of transactions in the property market fell as compared to 2021 and 2023 we as a firm have been consistently busy and we have not experienced the significant falls in property…
With few exceptions in recent years we have been limited to carrying out Surveys and Valuations on developments of four floors or less. This is due to restrictions set out on our professional indemnity insurance (PII). Upon renewal and from February 2024 the restrictions have been relaxed somewhat and we can now consider undertaking Surveys…
If you bought your home through a shared ownership scheme you will require a RICS equity valuation for: Edwin Lake chartered surveyors can guarantee a report that complies with your scheme’s requirements at a low fixed fee of £200 plus VAT. We cover Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas and regularly produce reports for home…
It is an area that often goes unnoticed by homeowners but understanding the risks in relation to glass in our homes is crucial. As surveyors conducting home and building surveys, safety glass is regularly mentioned in our reports, however its significance is easily overlooked by homeowners. In this post we will explore the benefits, applications…
As surveyors working in Bath and Bristol we regularly carry out valuations and surveys on properties that have been granted an HMO license. In England, there are certain rules around the minimum size of rooms for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), which are outlined in the Housing Act 2004 and the Licensing and Management of…
Following on from two years of frenzied housing market activity in England, the ‘mini-budget’ of September 2022 put a brake on property sales almost overnight. As the RICS reported in February, buyer demand in England had fallen to its weakest level since 2009. The rising cost of fuel, higher mortgage rates and 10% inflation all…
It is estimated that 25% of heat is lost through the roof of an uninsulated home. With the ever-increasing cost of fuel, it makes sense to ensure your loft is as well insulated as possible. Especially as, if installed correctly, the cost of loft insulation will pay for itself many times over by way of…
When considering buying a listed property there are a few things to be aware of. There are three levels of listing, I, II* and II. Grade II properties (which make up 95% of listed properties) are deemed of historical and architectural significance but to a lesser extent than those Grade I and II*. Historic England…
Beverley has recently joined us as a trainee Chartered Surveyor. She has a background in facilities management having worked for CBRE, Salisbury Group and latterly HCRG Care Group (formerly Virgin Care). Initially Beverley will be assisting with site inspections and report preparation as she prepares for the AssocRICS qualification in around six months time.
JAPANESE KNOTWEED – UPDATED RICS GUIDANCE In 2022 the RICS published new guidance relating to the reporting and management of Japanese Knotweed (taking effect from March 2022). The guidance came out to reflect an improved understanding of this invasive plant and to advise surveyors and lenders on a more proportionate and risk based approach when…
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