House survey guides, news and tips

Specialist house survey articles to inform you about all aspects of surveys on residential property. Whether it be a home buyers survey for a flat or the building survey cost for a Victorian house, we have free tips and guides to inform you on what a rics homebuyer report covers and what it'll cost.

At SAM Conveyancing we simply the house survey process and explain detail in a way that makes it easy to understand. We also have a panel of hand selected RICS Building surveyors, structural engineers and property valuers to support you with whatever you are planning to do with your house or flat..

Please click, read and enjoy. If you get stuck or need any help then call us and speak to a friendly member of the SAM Conveyancing team - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges).

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CCTV Drain Survey

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Help to Buy RICS Valuation

Help to Buy RICS Valuation

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What is a Load Bearing Wall?

What is a Load Bearing Wall?

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Do I Need a Structural Engineer to Remove a Wall?

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