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Get all our latest tips, guidance and advice on everything you’ll ever need to know about surveying.
29/10/2026
A tree too close to the house, knotweed along the fence line, a drain nobody's checked in years… gardens hide problems a standard home survey won't always catch. Here's what to look for and when you need an arborist or horticulturalist rather than a surveyor.
Knocking through can transform a home, but it can also change how easily you’d get out in a fire. Here’s what to know about open plan living and fire safety.
26/10/2026
Brighton is full of beautiful historic buildings which are very desirable because of their character and period features. Most of these
21/10/2026
From staggered Victorian terraces in Wick to new-build flats by the harbour, Littlehampton's housing stock is as varied as its history. We look at the defects that turn up most often – and what the town's coastal, riverside setting adds to the list.
13/10/2026
Slipped tiles, sagging rooflines, a damp patch in the loft – roof defects can look alarming, but most are far more manageable than they first appear. Here's a guide to what the most common roof problems in Sussex homes really mean, what causes them, and how to put them right.
21/08/2026
Conservation areas protect some of Sussex’s most sought-after streets – but they come with planning rules buyers need to understand first. Here’s our surveyors’ guide to what to check before you make an offer.
10/06/2026
We all have the right to a warm and secure home. Yet, according to government statistics, damp and mould exists in up to 27% of UK properties. Not only can it put the condition and value of your property at risk, but it can also play havoc with your health.
26/05/2026
Worthing's streets tell the story of every era that built the town – Regency properties on Marine Parade to bay-fronted Victorian terraces in Heene and 1930s semis across Goring-by-Sea. Here's a surveyor's tour of the local housing stock, era by era, with the issues that crop up most often during a pre-purchase survey.
10/04/2026
Many new build buyers assume that a brand-new property needs no independent scrutiny. The reality is that even recently completed homes can carry significant defects.
11/03/2026
Thinking about buying an investment property? It’s not just about the rental income. Here’s what landlords should assess before exchange.
27/02/2026
Property surveys often highlight “defects” that sound alarming at first glance. Here are ten of the most common issues surveyors report, what they really mean, how serious they usually are, and what action – if any – is typically needed.
26/01/2026
Your HomeBuyers survey is more than a list of issues – it’s a practical guide to your next steps. We help you understand the findings and turn them into a clear plan for repairs, negotiation and maintenance.
