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Purchasing property, for most of us, is a major investment. We should therefore enter this transaction fully aware of what we are putting our money into.

Mortgage lenders will request a mortgage valuation prior to release of loan to ascertain property value but this will not provide you the purchaser with detailed advice on the property's current condition.

If you are purchasing without a mortgage, or you are buying an older property it is strongly recommended that you instruct your own independent survey to avoid costly hidden problems that may surface at a later date.

enfields work in association with Now Survey, an established firm of Chartered Surveyors to provide reliable, independent advice on property value and condition.

On the boards of major lenders, Now Survey are trusted professionals with roots dating back to the 1970's. They are able to provide:

  • Homebuyers surveys - This survey is intended for houses, flats and bungalows of conventional construction and generally in reasonable condition or built after the 1900s. This survey will include details of defects, with urgent advice and other considerations such as safety, location, environment and other matters your legal advisor should consider.
  • Building condition reports - A survey for all types of residential property, recommended for properties built before the 1920s, or a property which has been substantially altered, or converted from its original use. This survey is extensive, and can be tailored to customers' individual requirements. It will include all defects and suggested remedies.
  • Home condition reports - an objective report on the condition of a property that can be relied upon by buyers, the seller, lenders and other professionals involved in the conveyancing process. It is produced by a registered Home Inspector following an inspection of the property and contains information that is consistent, easy to use and understand. The report is designed to highlight any defects in the property that are either urgent or serious, in addition to providing a general summary of all other parts of the dwelling. The purpose of the report is to enable the homeowner and the prospective purchaser to be aware of defects in the property that may influence their decision in the buying process.
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