Building Surveys

Our Building Surveys provide a detailed report on the construction and condition of a property based upon as detailed an inspection of the building as is possible without damaging the building or contents. They are particularly useful if the property is older or dilapidated, has been extensively altered or if you are planning a major conversion or renovation. They can include an insurance reinstatement cost assessment.

Whilst buying a property is one of the most exciting things you will ever do, it is also one of the biggest financial commitments you will make. More than ever before, property means big money. It will pay for you to seek the best advice possible from professional experts who really know what they are talking about. It is the opinion of Phil Spencer (known nationwide as co-presenter of two of Channel 4's award winning property programmes 'Relocation' and 'Location, location, location') that "a building survey by an RICS member will bring you peace of mind and may well in the long run save you a great deal of money".

Having seen some of the reports provided by other surveyors, it is clear that our reports differ in comparison to many, particularly in comparison to some of those provided by many of the larger general practices linked to lending institutions, national residential estate agency chains, etc. Our reports tend to be written more clearly for the lay person to understand and to be more property specific. They provide practical advice to assist your decision making. Our success is based upon knowledgeable and approachable people quickly and efficiently providing good common sense advice.

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PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION services

BUILDING SURVEYS

Detailed inspections and clearly written reports from experienced professionals.

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Bespoke, high quality, traditional or cutting edge form and function.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Pre and post contract design and build procurement services.



DILAPIDATIONS

Acting to Property Litigation Association (PLA) Protocols for both Landlords and Tenants.

PARTY WALLS

Serving and responding to statutory notices, preparing and agreeing awards.

PROJECT MONITORING

Monitoring of developments for banks and other funding institutions.



INSURANCE

Reinstatement Cost Assessments and damage reinstatement management.

EXPERT WITNESSES

Surveyor’s / Architect’s negligence, building contract disputes, etc.

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

Complete administration of The Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) suite building contracts.

Many thanks for your help in obtaining a truly cracking final result. We will not hesitate to use Assinder Turnham again and we know where to come when we next need miracles!

David Adams, Vodafone


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