Chartered Building Surveyors For Chelmsford

Buying in Chelmsford

Chelmsford’s housing market has been very promising over the last year, with values increasing by almost 3% in the last six months, and maintaining a modest 0.53% growth in the last 12 months. Detached family homes have seen the largest improvements with a 2.87% value increase over the year, while prices remain steady for smaller, semi-detached (‑0.29%) and terraced properties (+0.07%). Considering the tumultuous year we have experienced, these figures are a clear testament to the expanding opportunities within the city.

Our Services

• Level 2 Homebuyer Report
  The survey includes a detailed inspection of the interior and exterior features of a property and includes associated utilities and some aspects of the grounds. The methods used to investigate the property are non-invasive and are tailored towards conventionally-built properties. Homebuyer Report
• Level 3 Building Survey
  Previously known as a Building Survey (Level 3), the Level 3 Home Survey is the most comprehensive property inspection we offer. This in-depth home survey provides a detailed assessment of a property’s construction, condition, and any potential defects. Building Survey
• Market Valuation
  Property valuations are a crucial tool in a number of legal and property-based situations, from matrimonial matters, to tax planning, probate, insurance and mortgage valuations. Market Valuation
• Structural Surveys
  A structural survey helps determine the construction and materials used. Lenders often require this to assess a property’s suitability for a mortgage. Over the past decade, structural surveys have also become increasingly common in Chelmsford and the wider Essex area for homeowners exploring equity release options.
• Asbestos Sampling Survey
  Asbestos sampling is a valuable tool for anyone looking to purchase a property in Chelmsford. Identifying asbestos-containing materials allows you to assess the potential costs of removal and make a considered decision on whether to renegotiate the price with the seller or proceed with the purchase of the Essex property.
• Drone Inspection Survey
  Inspecting chimney stacks, roof coverings, and intricate details on properties in Chelmsford, Essex, is made easy with drone technology. This method provides a comprehensive assessment for accurate repairs and cost projections, especially in areas with limited access. Furthermore, drone inspections can offer a valuable overview of property boundaries and the immediate surroundings.

 
Whether you are making an investment or seeking a new family home, property values are not the only important thing to look for. An alarming number of potential purchasers still fail to arrange any independent surveys on a property, instead relying on seller information and the mortgage valuation as a green light to proceed. This is a very risky practice and leaves buyers vulnerable to hidden defects and unpleasant surprises once they take ownership.

At Able Surveyors, our job is to investigate all kinds of property to document its condition and identify any areas of concern before contracts are signed. This may be in the form of one of our property reports, a specific defect report or simply an independent valuation.

Our team have worked with a diverse cross-section of Chelmsford property and will be happy to help you make an informed, impartial decision before you buy. It’s important to us that you are as satisfied with your report as you are with your new home, so we always take the time to discuss the most appropriate survey for your needs.