Understanding RICS Survey Levels: Which Survey Do You Need?
A comprehensive guide to Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 RICS surveys. Learn which building survey is right for your property purchase and understand what each survey level includes.
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The Complete Guide to Party Wall Agreements in Kent
Everything you need to know about the Party Wall Act 1996. Understand when you need a party wall agreement, the process, costs, and how to avoid disputes with neighbours.
Top 10 Property Defects Found in Kent Homes
Discover the most common property defects our RICS surveyors find during building surveys in Kent. Learn what to look for, repair costs, and how defects affect property values.
Listed Building Surveys: Specialist Surveying for Historic Properties
Expert advice on surveying listed buildings in Kent. Understand the unique challenges of historic properties, conservation requirements, and what to expect from a specialist survey.
Commercial Dilapidations: A Landlord's Complete Guide
Comprehensive guide to commercial dilapidations for Kent landlords and tenants. Learn about schedules of dilapidations, terminal claims, costs, and how to negotiate settlements.
Kent Property Market Insights 2025: Trends & Forecasts
Expert analysis of the Kent property market in 2025. Discover house price trends, best areas to invest, market forecasts for Maidstone, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells and more.
How to Spot Subsidence: Warning Signs Every Homebuyer Should Know
Learn to identify subsidence warning signs before you buy. Our expert surveyors explain the causes, symptoms, repair costs, and how subsidence affects property insurance and values.
Expert Witness Services: When You Need a Professional Surveyor in Court
Understand when and why you need an expert witness surveyor. Learn about court reports, property disputes, professional negligence cases, and how RICS expert testimony works.