Property Surveys from Norwood-specialist Home Surveyors

"Norwood is located in West Sussex, with roughly 353000 properties. Buildings range from modern bungalows to much earlier houses. That said, Norwood-area skill is but part of the survey task when Home Surveyors investigate a house. There are various other local matters considered which could lower the home's market value. cellar dampness, clay soil heave, noise from Heathrow, highly damaging House Longhorn Beetles, parapet wall upkeep, Portland stone lapsed maintenance and local planning considerations are a selection of local specific issues which Surveyors consider.

Fridaysmove have recently carried out Property Surveys throughout Lambeth with a number in and around Norwood. To buy with confidence and to reduce the risk of later expense, it is suggested that buyers in Norwood get a survey early in the home-buying process to avoid high maintenance costs ."

Matters generally considered by Norwood Home Surveyors include:

Norwood Clay Soil Issues

Your Surveyor will confirm that properties built on these soils are prone to foundation movement. Clay soil can be a concern if a home is built on it. If the enviroment is very dry, the residence can settle, leading to considerable structural problems. If any evidence of heave or settlement is suspected, a dip test survey may be recommended by the Norwood Surveyor.

Dampness in Norwood Cellars

The basements or cellars of properties in and around Norwood risk problems associated with damp. Wet foundations and damp basements are a common factor putting these homes at risk.Problems can include:

• Signs of dampness in the basement.
• Water stains along walls or floor
• Musty odour or damp smell
• Mould

• Ground water
• Inadequate Guttering
• Poor landscaping
• Internal leaks (inside walls)

Norwood Portland Stone

Across the region, numerous properties have been built with this stone over the years. Portland Stone was in use as far back as Roman times. Cement render may have been used on outside walls, obscuring the stone. This rendering may itself create issues for homeowners. The otherwise-attractive facade of Portland stone will be damaged over time if trapped beneath rendering, but your RICS Surveyor can address the impact render will have on a specific property at your request.