Japanese Knotweed

Many of you will have read in the press about the highly invasive plant Japanese Knotweed which has caused problems with mortgage lenders; outbreaks have been discovered throughout the area. The problems are due to the fact that it produces a thick mass of growth which can damage walls, drains or other structures. Not only this but roots…

Refer a Friend…..

From January 2011 we are introducing a ‘Refer and friend’ scheme. Quite simply if a referral results in a Survey or Valuation instruction we will send you Marks and Spencers vouchers to the value of £25. All we ask is that you send us an e.mail or call us to confirm the name of your friend, colleague or associate….

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Edwin Lake announce new link with HSBC and First Direct

We are pleased to announce a new panel appointment with HSBC. From November 2010 we commenced carrying out Mortgage Valuations, RICS HomeBuyer Reports and Building Surveys for HSBC and First Direct and their borrowers, primarily in BS and BA post codes. This supplements our existing relationships with a range of high quality market leading mortgage providers to include Natwest, Nationwide,…

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New for 2011

Clients instructing us to carry out a Building in 2011 will now receive more property specific Health and Safety advice with a dedicated section summarising risks. Common examples include radon gas, asbestos, damp and mould growth, electro-magnetic radiation and non-compliant stair joinery.  Another very common hazard is non-toughened glazing which is particularly dangerous where present below 1000mm in height and if…