A long established firm of independent Chartered Surveyors in Fulham, South West London and beyond, Able Surveyors boast a 25-year track record of serving clients with commercial and residential property assets. From studio flats and new-build blocks to executive homes and period houses, plus all kinds of commercial property, we have built up a wealth of local property knowledge and are able to help with any building related matter.
Buying in Fulham
Fulham is a prime residential area in London, close to Kensington and Chelsea and only 3.7 miles from Charing Cross, having risen to popularity in the 1980s. It is now one of the most desirable and expensive parts of London.
Fulham resident are affluent and highly qualified – the area has the highest proportion of company directors in the UK – while many are employed in IT, financial and service sectors. The area is a key commercial and employment centre in West London, well connected with Underground stations, Overground stations and a bus station at Hammersmith Broadway.
Investment in Fulham is in full swing, with the stated aim being to respect the area’s attractive character and provide well designed, well connected and well managed distinctive places, blending the local character with innovative approaches to mixed-use urban design. In an agreement between the local council and Westfield London, over £20 million are being spent on further improving the local area.
According to Rightmove, Fulham has an average property price of £989,141, slightly below nearby Parsons Green and Hurlingham.
Professional Property Services
Our large portfolio of specialist property services in Fulham is aimed at helping our clients with the purchase and maintenance of any type of property asset. Putting our vast surveying experience at your disposal, we offer targeted insights to inform your property decisions. As experienced surveyors in Fulham, we offer the following services:
- Property Surveys – Level 1 Condition Reports, Level 2 HomeBuyer Reports, Level 3 Building Surveys
- Property Valuations for tax planning, divorce proceedings, probate, insurance and other financial purposes
- In-depth investigations including Specific Defect Surveys, Damp Reports, Drone Surveys and Movement Monitoring Services
- Schedules of Condition for landlords or for Party Wall Awards
- Stock Condition Surveys, Contract Administration and cost management services
FAQs
- Why is it important to have a property survey prior to purchase?
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The UK property market operates under “caveat emptor”, meaning that the onus is on the purchaser to find faults or defects within the building they’re buying.
Many buyers choose not to commission a professional survey (often in an attempt to reduce costs) and proceed with a sale having only given the property a superficial inspection with an untrained eye. Too frequently, these buyers end up paying thousands of pounds once they move in, to rectify major issues like damp or faulty roofing. These defects could have been identified by a professional surveyor and the estimated cost of remedial work negotiated off of the buying price – ultimately saving the new homeowners a considerable amount of money.
- What information does the Condition Report provide?
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An entry level survey designed for new-build and modern properties in a good state of repair, the Condition Report provides an objective overview of the main internal and external elements of the building, with simple ‘traffic light’ ratings and brief explanatory notes for each. Any urgent property defects, potential health & safety threats and issues needing attention to prevent future damage to the building will be noted accordingly.
Contact Us
For details about all our professional services for residential and commercial property surveys in Fulham, or to discuss your particular building concern, please contact Able Surveyors on 0207 164 6628 or use via our contact page.
VALUATION REPORT STARTS AT £350 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT STARTS AT £450 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT WITH VALUATION STARTS AT £500 +VAT
BUILDING SURVEY STARTS AT £550 +VAT
A visual inspection of the property to access condition
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Detailed visual inspection for hidden defects
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A “traffic light” grading system is used to indicate defects severity.
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Identifies legal issues disputes pertaining to the property
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Informed recommendations for repair options
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Technical details of building construction and materials provided
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Identifies future maintenance requirements
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Mortgage valuation / reinstatement cost
(Where not included this can be provided separately)
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Additional Drone Survey
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