Able Surveyors boast more than 25 years’ experience of delivering RICS surveys and valuations, and specialist building investigations and services to private and commercial clients in Southwark and across Central and Greater London. From new-build apartments to period conversions, traditional homes and commercial property, we should be your first port of call.
Investing in Southwark
The London Borough of Southwark is an ancient borough that contains some of the capital’s best attractions and a wealth of neighbourhoods to cater for all demographics. It’s a hugely diverse area stretching from Central London riverside locations to East Dulwich’s peaceful suburban atmosphere, offering up-and-coming neighbourhoods and established family areas that might pique the interest of savvy property investors.
Regeneration over the decades has seen the borough transform to suit the modern needs of the capital, including the Shad Thames warehouse conversions and Peckham’s gentrification. Southwark is ethnically diverse, with more affluent pockets such as Dulwich sitting side by side with more deprived areas such as Livesey and West Walworth.
Southwark’s overall average property price stands at £722,561 according to Rightmove, which is more expensive than nearby Lewisham, Greenwich and Bromley. The majority of property sales in Southwark last year involved flats.
Professional Property Services in Southwark
The highly skilled team of experienced Chartered Surveyors at Able Surveyors provide targeted insights to enable you to make intelligent decisions about your commercial or residential property asset in Southwark. With a broad range of specialist property services at your disposal, we can help you with the purchase and maintenance of all types of building.
- RICS Building Surveys and RICS HomeBuyer Reports
- RICS Registered Valuations to inform probate, matrimonial, insurance or tax matters
- Defect Surveys, Damp Reports, Drone Surveys and Movement Monitoring Services
- Schedules of Condition for landlords and tenants, or prior to a party wall award
- Stock Condition Surveys for preventative maintenance scheduling for your portfolio
FAQs
- When is a Stock Condition Survey (SCS) useful?
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This type of survey assesses the main internal and external parts of a property, to records its current condition and assist in preventative maintenance planning. It is particularly useful for large property portfolios and can also be used to gather information on energy efficiency, asbestos management and other specific goals. A SCS is tailored to meet your exact property requirements.
- What are condition ratings in a RICS survey report?
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RICS surveys use easy-to-understand condition ratings to identify and describe a property’s condition and urgency of repairs. Condition Rating 1 (green) means that no repairs are needed, Condition Rating 2 (amber) indicates defects that are not considered urgent or serious, Condition Rating 3 (red) denotes serious building defects that require urgent repair/replacement.
Contact Us
For expert advice and guidance on any residential or commercial property related issue, or to discuss your requirements for a RICS surveyor in Southwark, we would be delighted to help. Contact Able Surveyors today for an initial chat.
VALUATION REPORT STARTS AT £350 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 2) STARTS AT £450 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 2) WITH VALUATION STARTS AT £500 +VAT
BUILDING SURVEY (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 3) 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
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Additional Drone Survey
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