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19 Jun

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Jackie S

Start Date: Immediate

I would like a survey on this 2nd floor, 2 bedroom flat, with 1 reception room, 1 kitchen and 1 bathroom, which I will be buying. It is empty, with keys at an estate agents. The survey is for me perso...

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18 Jun

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bournemouth - BH1

Enquiry from: Ian B

Start Date: Immediate

9 buildings - lead testing

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01 May

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH3

Enquiry from: Cat R

Start Date: Immediate

I would like to understand whether some of the internal walls can be removed and what work would be required to do this.

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13 Dec

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: Dharitaben P

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no would you like assistance to seek this: yes what material would you like the roof made from: clear roof please ca...

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14 Jan

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH3

Enquiry from: SEB A

Start Date: Less than one month

calculations and drawings for 3 rsj's for load bearing walls. 4.6m 2m and 2.4m in length Time scale: Less than one month Please call to appoint

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18 Oct

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH7

Enquiry from: Miranda T

Start Date: Immediate

In the process of purchasing the flat at the above address and The Building Survey brought up the question of there being a vertical crack to the right of the front bay window and the brickwork to the...

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22 Dec

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: Helen W

Start Date: Immediate

I need a quote for a rental property I own in Boscombe where there has been cracking due to unlawful use of the flat roof above by a tenant. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint Please call t...

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02 Aug

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH7

Enquiry from: Anna M

Start Date: Immediate

We are purchasing a house. The building survey revealed that: "It was also noted that it appears that a wall has been removed between the kitchen and dining areas. It would therefore be prudent t...

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03 Feb

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bournemouth - BH7

Enquiry from: Libby S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Double storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Do...

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13 Nov

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: LEAH L

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Double storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Looking For: Dou...

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29 Sep

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Jan S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...

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21 Jul

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Poole - BH16

Enquiry from: Marc N

Start Date: Less than one month

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...

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05 Jul

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bournemouth - BH6

Enquiry from: Jen A

Start Date: Less than one month

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...

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27 Jul

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bournemouth - BH6

Enquiry from: Elaine R

Start Date: Immediate

HI, we are looking to appeal a planning application that has been turned down which is available to view on Bournemouth planning website No 7485 if anyone interested in quoting for? Elaine

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17 May

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: Gemma K

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, We are in the process of buying a semi detached, 3 bedroom property. The home buyers mortgage has just been done and has highlighted some cracks around a window gable that they would like fu...

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16 May

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bournemouth - BH1

Enquiry from: Maria C

Start Date: Immediate

Replanning of kitchen/bathroom and the corridor

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05 May

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH1

Enquiry from: Joshua M

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking to open up my kitchen/ dining room which would involve the removal of one and half walls. One wall is clearly a stud wall and currently cuts the stairs off from the dining creating a cupb...

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17 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bournemouth - BH1

Enquiry from: Olga N

Start Date: Immediate

Homebuyer report highlighted possible structural movements. I therefore require a report to advice if the movements are old and non progressive. Time scale: Immediate

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17 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: Louise H

Start Date: Immediate

We have a previous loft conversion, been there for 10 years. In the largest room on the first floor there was a badly sagging celling. Other cellings on fist floor are fine, think this is due to more ...

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11 Jan

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bournemouth - BH1

Enquiry from: Jack E

Start Date: Immediate

Removing structural wall between kitchen and living space in residential property.

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How much do Surveyor services cost?

How much do Surveyors in Swanage charge?
Prices for Surveyors around Swanage can differ depending on the type of work that you require to have actually carried out in your residence. It's the question we get asked a great deal "how much do Surveyors in Swanage charge?". It's generally better to have an idea of how much a Surveyor are going to likely charge for their work. Prices will probably fluctuate based on the products as well as the tradesperson selected. The list reveals the sorts of job that Surveyors usually do as well as the standard cost range of these jobs. Some projects take longer to complete than others so costs do vary by job.

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The average price
of a Surveyor in Swanage is:

£578

Surveyor job Surveyor cost in 2024
Quantity surveyors in Swanage £300-£6,600
Building Surveyors Report in Swanage £750-£1,150
Home buyers survey in Swanage £300-£460
Planning permission in Swanage £347-£532
Structural inspection in Swanage £672-£1,008

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Surveyor FAQs

what is a chartered surveyor

Basically, a chartered surveyor is a building surveyor who inspects a property for faults or defects as well as future issues or problems. They’re also able to work out the value of a property and also prepare a report in order to help you determine whether or not the property is a good investment or if there are any issues that may create problems later in the future such as damp, structural issues and the likes. In order to become chartered surveyor, a surveyor will need to undergo additional qualifications and possess a specific level of experience which is RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) approved. It’s possible that some surveyors may not have pass through these additional levels to become chartered, however it’ll still be regulated by RICS and be fully qualified. These can be termed as Assoc RICS, associates or building surveyors. While you don’t necessarily have to use a chartered surveyor for your survey, it’s highly advisable to use RICS approved experts.

Just like any other building surveyor, chartered surveyors work by visiting the property, assessing various areas while also determining any defects on site. Once done, they’ll then state all findings in a report for you to help you make the best possible informed decision, whether or not you’ll want to go ahead with the purchase or re-negotiate the terms of the purchase based on the findings in the report. 

You’ll need to hire the services of a chartered surveyor after you’ve made an initial offer on the property and it has been accepted. Most offers are made “subject to survey”, in order words, the seller is well aware that if the survey reveals something unexpected, you can decide to back of the agreement or request a reduction in price.

Is a Complete Structural Surveys and a Building Surveyors Report the same thing?
Building Surveyors Report is sometimes referred to as a Complete Structural Surveys. They are the same report/
what does a quantity surveyor do?

Generally, quantity surveyors are tasked with the calculation as well as management of the costs relating to projects, starting with assisting with the initial estimates to finalizing the overall requirements of the budget. Normally, they work in land management, property as well as construction industries. Quantity surveyors are usually engaged at the start of a project, consulted and brought in to take a look at a planned construction’s feasibility or repair needs, they then subsequently supervise the remaining activities during the capital expenditure phases of the project development.

 

Quantity surveyors will help you by working with architects, accountants, engineers, building owners, builders, developers, financiers, government, insurance underwriters, loss adjusters, sub contractors as well as solicitors. The extensive knowledge they possess about the costs related to construction allows them to undertake a number of meaningful tasks to assist you with your project.

 

Before the construction work commences, quantity surveyors can help with the following:

  • Preparation of a feasibility study
  • Estimation to define the project budgets
  • Carry out an analysis to refine the budget as the design documents develop
  • Preparation Bill of Quantities so as to help with the tender process and also to carry out a review of Builder’s tender submissions.

During the construction process, quantity surveyors provide the following services:

  • They can help provide cost control services
  • Carry out an assessment of the builder’s progress claims
  • Carry out an assessment of variation and delay claims.

Finally, after completion of the construction project, quantity surveyors can assist with the following:

  • Determination of the final project cost
  • Preparation the tax depreciation reports for both investors as well as property owners and;
  • Preparation Expert Witness reports to assist in the settlement of building disputes.

With all the aforementioned responsibilities of quantity surveyors, you may be tempted to think that they’re only involved in large construction projects, but this is totally wrong. Quantity surveyors are able to offer their services to both residential clients and small business owners, asides from working with local authorities, commercial businesses, consultancies as well as property developers.

what does quantity surveying involve?

.Typically, quantity surveying involves the calculating and management of the costs relating to projects, starting with assisting with the initial estimates to finalizing the overall requirements of the budget. Quantity surveyors normally work in land management, property as well as construction industries. Generally, quantity surveyors are usually engaged at the start of a project, consulted and brought in to take a look at a planned construction’s feasibility or repair needs, they then subsequently supervise the remaining activities during the capital expenditure phases of the project development. In other words, they’re often involved on the site up until the completion of the construction project helping to monitor both the forecasted and actual expenses while also being required to quickly determine the best line of action to take to deal with problems  as well as changes in specifications with updated costings and feasibility reviews.

 

As a quantity surveyor, you’ll be required to perform a series of roles on a daily basis. This may involved having to work in an office in one day and the next, you’d probably find yourself on a construction site meeting with clients or consulting with a construction personnel. Each project is unique as there’s always a great deal of variety which can be not the most pleasant activity especially for someone who doesn’t like routine works. On a daily basis, quantity surveying normally involves preparing tender and contract documents, carrying out analysis, monitoring costs variation and preparing reports, determining the client’s requirements and taking on feasibility studies, distributing work to sub contractors as well as making the necessary payments. Apart from all the aforementioned, site visits also represents a big part of quantity surveying as you’re required to make assessments on the financial projections for the future activities.

When do I need a quantity surveyor?

Generally, you wouldn’t need to get in touch with a quantity surveyor prior to purchasing a property, unless of course your property is a very unique and unusual one. After making a commitment to buying a property or to kick start a construction project, then you might want to start taking into consideration getting in touch with a quantity surveyor. The best time for a quantity surveyor to carry out an inspection of the property is right after settlement and just before the tenants moving in. This is to ensure that the quantity surveyors do not disturb the tenant and they also get to fully go through what you’ve purchased as well as the condition it’s in.

 

Quantity surveyors will help you by working with architects, accountants, engineers, building owners, builders, developers, financiers, government, insurance underwriters, loss adjusters, sub contractors as well as solicitors. What’s more? The in depth knowledge quantity surveyors possesses when it comes to construction costs enables them to carry out a number of useful tasks to help you.

 

Prior to construction, quantity surveyors can prepare a feasibility study, estimate to defined the project budgets, carry out an analysis to refine the budget as the design documents develop, prepare Bill of Quantities so as to help with the tender process and also to carry out a review of Builder’s tender submissions. While the construction is ongoing, they can help provide cost control services, carry out an assessment of the builder’s progress claims and also undertake an assessment of variation and delay claims. Finally, after the construction, they can assist with the determination of the final project cost, prepare the tax depreciation reports for both investors as well as property owners and also prepare Expert Witness reports to assist in the settlement of building disputes.

What qualifications should a quantity surveyor have?

If you wish to work as a quantity surveyor or perhaps you’re just looking to hire one, then one of the first things that comes to mind is the qualifications to look out for. To work as a quantity surveyor, you’ll normally require a degree in quantity surveying or commercial management which is accredited by the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors). However, in the event whereby your degree as an undergraduate happens to be in a different subject, there’s still a chance for you to become a qualified quantity surveyor. To achieve this, all you need do is to take a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors accredited post graduate conversion course. Degrees that this applies to includes the following: Economics, building or construction, geography, civil or structural engineering, mathematics, project management ( construction) as well as urban and land studies.

 

Typically, the post graduate course will take about a year to complete ( on a full time basis), whereas it takes about 2 years on a part time basis. What’s more? There are some employers that will recruit some graduates as “non-cognates ( meaning those with a non RICS accredited degrees ) and support them financially through the accredited post graduate course. Furthermore, you can as well take a RICS accredited degree apprenticeship whether undergraduate, PGDip or Masters, in quantity surveying as well as project management that combines work with part time study at a university.

 

However, if you’re without a degree, there’s still an option. Simply start work as a technical surveyor ( also referred to as surveying technician ) and then apply for a part time study while working to qualify as a quantity surveyor.

what is a quantity surveyor?

Quantity surveyors are professionals trained in the management of all costs that’s associated with building and civil engineering projects. Typically, their works is both site and office-based with the main goal of minimizing expenses and also to keep them within the set limits of a budget. What’s more? They aim to achieve all these without having to compromise on the quality of the outcomes and while also complying with the building, health as well as safety regulations. Quantity surveyors also take part in projects and work hand in hand with clients or contractors right from the start - preparing detailed project estimates. They also work to gather tender and contract documentation, carry out feasibility studies and see to the implementation of risk control. Upon the commencement of a building project, quantity surveyors carefully monitors any variations which may result in cost fluctuations.

 

Quantity surveyors will, over the course of the project, undertake key tasks such as outcome analysis, work evaluation as well as progress reports. However, it’s also very common for surveyors to carry on extra responsibilities which includes allocation works to subcontractors, ordering of construction materials as well as seeing to the arrangement of payments. Generally, the list of what they can handle can be limitless, it all depends on the project as well as the employer.

 

From the above, you may presume that quantity surveyors are only involved in large construction projects, but this is actually not the case. Asides working with local authorities, commercial businesses, consultancies as well as property developers, quantity surveyors also offer their services to both residential clients and small business owners. They’re very flexible and can capitalize on many different services like providing an initial maintenance schedule for Strata managers and more.

What is the difference between a Building Survey and HomeBuyer Report?

The main distinction between a Building Survey and HomeBuyer Report is that the survey is a great deal extra thorough, and offers you a highly comprehensive testimonial on the condition of your home.

 

Both major types of property survey from RICS are the Building Survey as well as the HomeBuyer Report. Although it is down to you, as the owner or buyer, to pick which survey is the right one for your requirements, there are some guidelines in place to aid you determine.

 

A HomeBuyer Report is generally far better for properties that:

  • were built within the last 100 years
  • are of even more conventional style
  • are constructed from typical building materials
  • are in a practical problem, as far as you can inform

 

A Building Survey is generally much better for residential or commercial properties that:

  • are much older and developed greater than 100 years ago
  • have gone through significant expansion or change
  • are a lot bigger as well as supply considerable holiday accommodation
  • you plan to change in the future
  • are of non-traditional fabrication.

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