Property Surveying Blog

RICS homebuyer report on a desk next to house keys

Buying a Property7 April 2026

Homebuyer Report vs Building Survey: Which Do You Need?

Choosing the right survey level can save you thousands. We break down the differences between Level 2 and Level 3 surveys and help you decide.

For sale sign outside a house in Crawley West Sussex

Crawley Market1 April 2026

The Crawley Property Market in 2026: What Buyers Need to Know

How is the Crawley property market performing in 2026? Our surveyors share insights on property types, values and what to watch out for when buying locally.

Diagonal crack in brick wall indicating subsidence in a British property

Structural Issues24 March 2026

Subsidence in West Sussex: Signs, Causes and What to Do

Subsidence is one of the most feared words in property. But what does it actually mean, and how serious is it really? Our guide covers everything West Sussex buyers need to know.

Party wall surveyor at a semi-detached property in Crawley

Party Walls18 March 2026

The Party Wall Act Explained: A Guide for Crawley Homeowners

Planning an extension or loft conversion? The Party Wall Act 1996 affects most building works on shared walls. Here's what you need to know before you start.

Surveyor checking for damp on walls of an older Victorian house

Property Defects11 March 2026

Damp in Older Properties: How to Spot It and What It Costs to Fix

Rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation — they're all different and they all have different solutions. Our guide helps buyers understand what they're dealing with.

RICS Red Book valuation meeting with a surveyor in West Sussex

Valuations3 March 2026

What Is a Red Book Valuation and When Do You Need One?

A Red Book Valuation is very different from an estate agent's appraisal. Our surveyors explain when you need one and what the process involves.

Surveyor on roof of English house inspecting tiles and chimney

Building Surveys25 February 2026

Roof Surveys: What We Look For and Why It Matters

The roof is one of the most critical parts of any property survey. Here's what our surveyors check — and the common problems we find on Sussex rooftops.

Before and after property renovation in West Sussex

Renovation18 February 2026

Buying to Renovate? Why a Survey is Even More Important

Renovation projects can be incredibly rewarding — but also devastatingly expensive if you don't know what you're getting into. A thorough pre-purchase survey is essential.

Surveyor calculating insurance reinstatement value of a British property

Valuations10 February 2026

Insurance Reinstatement Valuations: Are You Properly Covered?

Thousands of homeowners in West Sussex are under-insured without knowing it. Here's why your buildings insurance might not be enough — and how to fix it.

Surveyor using thermal imaging camera on a British property

Industry Insights3 February 2026

How Modern Technology Is Changing Property Surveys

From thermal imaging cameras to drone roof inspections, surveying technology has evolved significantly. Here's how we use the latest tools to give you a better survey.

Happy first time buyers signing property documents

Buying a Property27 January 2026

First-Time Buyer's Guide to Property Surveys in Crawley

Everything a first-time buyer in Crawley needs to know about property surveys — from when to instruct one to what happens after you receive the report.

Building Surveys13 January 2026

New Build Snagging Surveys: Why Every New Home Needs One

New builds are not always perfect. Our Crawley surveyors explain why a professional snagging survey catches the defects developers miss — and what we commonly find.

RICS chartered surveyor explaining lease extension documents to a flat owner

Valuations20 January 2026

Lease Extension Guide: What Every Crawley Flat Owner Needs to Know

Worried about your lease length? Our RICS surveyors explain the extension process, how the premium is calculated, and how to avoid overpaying your freeholder.

RICS surveyor conducting an EPC energy performance assessment in a British home

Energy & Efficiency30 December 2025

EPC Guide: What Is an Energy Performance Certificate and Do You Need One?

Everything you need to know about EPCs — how the A–G rating is calculated, what affects your score, and the improvements that could add thousands to your property's value.

Surveyor inspecting a traditional listed stone cottage in West Sussex

Building Surveys6 January 2026

Listed Building Surveys: What You Must Know Before Buying a Period Property

Buying a listed building in West Sussex or Surrey? Our specialist surveyors explain consent rules, common defects and what your survey must cover.

What Is a Building Survey? A Complete Guide for Crawley Property Buyers

All Articles

Homebuyer Report vs Building Survey: Which Do You Need?

The Crawley Property Market in 2026: What Buyers Need to Know

Subsidence in West Sussex: Signs, Causes and What to Do

The Party Wall Act Explained: A Guide for Crawley Homeowners

Damp in Older Properties: How to Spot It and What It Costs to Fix

What Is a Red Book Valuation and When Do You Need One?

Roof Surveys: What We Look For and Why It Matters

Buying to Renovate? Why a Survey is Even More Important

Insurance Reinstatement Valuations: Are You Properly Covered?

How Modern Technology Is Changing Property Surveys

First-Time Buyer's Guide to Property Surveys in Crawley

New Build Snagging Surveys: Why Every New Home Needs One

Lease Extension Guide: What Every Crawley Flat Owner Needs to Know

EPC Guide: What Is an Energy Performance Certificate and Do You Need One?

Listed Building Surveys: What You Must Know Before Buying a Period Property

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