Property surveys |
Finding the right house in France can be exciting, yet it can also bring with it considerable stress, worrying about the condition of a property. Should you be worried about this aspect and the possibility of unseen problems, you can now relax!
Dordogne Property Agency have teamed up with a local, english Chartered Surveyor, who is based permanently in the Dordogne region and is a registered professional in France. Our contact is fully qualified and experienced to advise on not only the condition of a property, but also the feasibility and cost of any planned renovations.
Services offered by our professional contact include:
1. Pre Purchase Inspection and Report
A comprehensive inspection, followed by a detailed written report, covering both the internal and external condition of the property. If you feel this kind of report is required, it should normally be obtained before any final offer is agreed and more importantly before the first sale contracts are signed or become binding. The reports covers the following areas:
• evidence of structural settlement / movement
• rising and penetrating damp
• timber defects
• rainwater fittings
• doors and windows
• walls, roof, floors and ceilings
• electrical installation
• heating, water supply, plumbing and drainage
2. Accompanied viewing advice
For the house hunter who is present at the time of the survey covering all the detailed points of the written report.
• An on the spot, verbal condition report, given with the client whilst present at the property with the objective of pointing out any areas of concern, together with budget costing figures, to assist with the buying decision.
3. Costing of proposed alterations and renovation
Advice on the cost and feasibility of proposed alterations and renovations. The report is tailored to suit the client’s requirements and is dependent upon the amount of detailed design information available:
• An evaluation of cost and feasibility based on initial ideas
• A more detailed calculation based on Architect’s drawings
4. Post purchase advice on property repairs and renovations
Advice for existing property owners concerned about defects or who may be considering repairs, renovations or alterations:
• Repairs and renewals
• General maintenance projects
• Feasibility of renovations etc.
Please feel free to contact us for further details of this service.
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