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IAN J Potts Associates

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Chartered Building Surveyors. Chartered Building Engineers. Accredited Access Consultants.

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05 Aug

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Blackburn - BB1

Enquiry from: Carol S

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

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31 Jul

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Blackburn - BB1

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Just noticed small cracks running from the cieling down to the top of my windows in all bedrooms - which are located at the rear of my property which is weather facing side. Need to know if this is st...

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12 Jun

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Blackburn - BB1

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06 Mar

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Blackburn - BB1

Enquiry from: Tabinda A

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New roof for commercial property

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27 Nov

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Blackburn - BB1

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Steel construction metal pillars need to be removed and replaced in different location

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27 Oct

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Blackburn - BB2

Enquiry from: Adnan A

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Need beams measurements for a rear double extension in a detached house.thanks Time scale: Immediate

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03 Jun

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Blackburn - BB2

Enquiry from: Paul M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Rear room chimney breast removal downstairs and upstairs, walkway understairs Time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint. *

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20 May

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Rochdale - OL12

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plans for garage in garden behind 237/9 entwisle rd rochdale ***

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01 Mar

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bolton - BL3

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customer in the bolton area made an enquiry a couple of projects including planning permission.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project:customer is ...

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02 Nov

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bolton - BL1

Enquiry from: Paresh C

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I have lead paint on my walls in the hallway, up the stairs and upstairs landing area. I need a quote for this to be removed with minimal disruption in a professional way.

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27 Jul

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bury - BL8

Enquiry from: Iwona P

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in one bedroom is horizontal crack on ceiling going down wall are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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12 Mar

Surveyor | Quantity Surveyors

Manchester - M26

Enquiry from: Mark R

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Homebuyers survey quote and availability

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15 Feb

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bolton - BL6

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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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13 Nov

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bolton - BL6

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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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29 Jun

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bolton - BL1

Enquiry from: Hareth A

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i'm looking at building a second floor on top of a bungalow. i need to ensure the foundations are wide/deep enough to support the extra load time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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26 Jun

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

Bolton - BL6

Enquiry from: Naomi D

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Hello, I am purchasing a property and we have been advised to have someone in to check the roof timbers are structurally sound to hold the weight of the new roof cover the sellers had put on and also...

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22 May

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Chorley - PR7

Enquiry from: Anil J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Quote for construction of a double garage. I will be happy to provide drawings and specfications for this purpose. Please email me at

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03 Aug

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bolton - BL6

Enquiry from: Debra S

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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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09 May

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Manchester - M26

Enquiry from: Santhosh S

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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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28 Mar

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bolton - BL2

Enquiry from: David O

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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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How much do Surveyor services cost?

How much do Surveyors in Blackburn charge?
Prices for Surveyors around Blackburn can fluctuate depending on the type of service that you need to have actually carried out in your home. It's the inquiry we get asked a lot "how much do Surveyors in Blackburn charge?". It's generally very good to have an idea of how much a Surveyor will likely charge for their services. Rates are going to rise and fall based on the products and also the tradesman picked. The list reveals the sorts of job that Surveyors normally do and the standard price variety of these jobs. Some projects take longer to complete than others so costs do fluctuate by job.

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The average price
of a Surveyor in Blackburn is:

£578

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

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 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.
what is quantity surveying all about?

Primarily, quantity surveying is all about the calculation and management of the project related costs, which usually commences with helping with the initial estimates right down to assisting with the finalizing of the overall requirements of the budget. The work is done both on the site as well as in the office with the main goal of minimizing expenses and also to keep them within the set limits of a budget. On a day to day basis, a quantity surveyor is expected to undertake a number of activities which includes 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.

 

From the start of a building project, quantity surveyors are charged with carefully monitoring all unexpected changes which can lead to fluctuation in costs. Over the course of the project, however, they’re expected to tackle crucial tasks such as outcome analysis, work evaluation as well as progress reports. What’s more? 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.

 

It’s highly likely to believe that quantity surveyors are only involved in large construction projects, but this is actually not the case. Apart from working with local authorities, commercial businesses, consultancies as well as property developers, quantity surveyors also offer their services to small 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 many more.

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