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17 Aug

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Grays - RM20

Enquiry from: Javed A

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an enquiry for planning permission and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a surveyor.mr lives in the grays area and would like a call to discuss options.see below...

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09 Dec

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Grays - RM16

Enquiry from: Nazmul H

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: tile please call to ...

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15 Oct

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Grays - RM16

Enquiry from: Millie A

Start Date: Immediate

Prices on both a HomeBuyer Report and a Building Survey

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17 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Grays - RM16

Enquiry from: E

Start Date: Immediate

Hi I would like a quote for a house to be surveyed based in Orsett. Many Thanks,

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14 May

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Grays - RM17

Enquiry from: I C

Start Date: Immediate

Customers own description of work to be carried out: Single storey extension( sort of orangerie), 3.00m in dept, 4.00m long and about 4.00m high, towards the garden at the rear of the house Please...

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23 Mar

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Grays - RM16

Enquiry from: Tony H

Start Date: Immediate

EPC for a thurrock council shop 9m x 4 m single story Please contact to appoint

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08 Jan

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Grays - RM17

Enquiry from: Christian H

Start Date: 3+ months

Roof appears to need additional support - heavy roof tiles. Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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06 Nov

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

London - SE10

Enquiry from: Sophie R

Start Date: Immediate

Level 2 home Buyers report

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27 Apr

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

London - SE13

Enquiry from: Jaime G

Start Date: Immediate

homebuyer survey. and i need it asap. are you the property owner: property buyer property type: other how many bedrooms does the property have: 3 bedrooms how many storeys is the building: 3 storeys ...

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07 Apr

Surveyor | Planning Permission

London - E11

Enquiry from: Oliver L

Start Date: Immediate

customer in london area has requested that we arrange quotes for their planning permission project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a surveyor directly.please call to ...

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19 Jan

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Gary M

Start Date: Immediate

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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22 Sep

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Surlu R

Start Date: Immediate

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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25 Aug

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

London - SE12

Enquiry from: Lisa P

Start Date: Immediate

quote for lead paint removal from an old victorian terrace staircase and landing. 14 steps total. thank you. time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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01 Jul

Surveyor | Planning Permission

London - E15

Enquiry from: Manivannan R

Start Date: Immediate

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: terrace looking for: sin...

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04 Nov

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

London - SE12

Enquiry from: Lisa P

Start Date: Immediate

Lead paint removal on stairs of Victorian terrace. Assessment of lead presence throughout the house. Thank you.

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12 Sep

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

London - SE10

Enquiry from: Harry L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

feasibility study into whether in-wall aquarium can be put in a column/pillar Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint

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27 Aug

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

London - SE6

Enquiry from: Erinn M

Start Date: Immediate

Advice regarding feasibility of knocking through an internal load bearing wall

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26 Jun

Surveyor | Planning Permission

London - E16

Enquiry from: Lourdes M

Start Date: Immediate

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: Terrace Looking For: Sin...

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30 May

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

London - E7

Enquiry from: Alex S

Start Date: Immediate

Knocking two load-bearing walls on ground floor of victorian terrace. Pretty standard work. Just need a calculation for RSJ. Would like two separate costings for two walls.

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16 May

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

London - SE3

Enquiry from: Saroj S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Creat an opening for external door from the kitchen towards side of the house. And knock down the wall in between living room and storage.

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How much do Surveyor services cost?

How much do Surveyors in Grays charge?
Costs for Surveyors around Grays can be very different relying on the sort of task that you need to have carried out in your residence. It's the question we get asked a lot "how much do Surveyors in Grays cost?". It's generally really good to have an idea of how much a Surveyor are going to likely cost for their work. Prices will most likely vary based on the products and the tradesperson picked. The list reveals the types of job that Surveyors usually do and the standard price series of these tasks. Some projects take longer to finish than others so prices do be very different by task.

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The average price
of a Surveyor in Grays is:

£578

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

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 do Structural Engineers do?

Structural Engineers are experts in the structure of establishments (structures, wall structures as well as roofs). They give solutions whereby they will evaluate issues with existing establishments as well as additionally aid with structural design and computations for changes. They can additionally supply solutions in regard to the design of brand-new premises as well as planning permission applications.

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 are the reasons you need a structural engineering inspection?

Common reasons you may need a structural engineering inspection are

  1. Bowing/cracked foundation
  2. Settlement or wall cracks
  3. To remove a wall in a remodel
  4. Add solar panels to a roof
  5. Add a second story to a home
What are the Professional Qualifications of Structural Engineers?

A Structural Engineer is quite likely to be a participant of the ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) or a registered member of IStructE (Institution of Structural Engineers) and also will probably have after his or her name the letters MIStructE, FIStructE, MICE or FICE. Structural Engineers with these letters after their names are referred to as Chartered Engineers.

It is usually encouraged that you involve the services of a Chartered Engineer as opposed to an Engineer that is not chartered but it should be noted that there are some Engineers with significant experience who are not chartered. The choice is yours.

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.

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.

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