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06 Oct

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

Thetford - IP25

Enquiry from: Mark J

Start Date: Immediate

house survey or home buyers report are you the property owner: property buyer property type: semi detached how many bedrooms does the property have: 3 bedrooms how many storeys is the building: 3 stor...

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06 Jul

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Thetford - IP24

Enquiry from: Rick P

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 thetford area and would like a call to discuss options.see be...

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30 Nov

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Thetford - IP24

Enquiry from: Michele C

Start Date: Immediate

The chimney breasts have been removed on both the ground and first floors with the chimney stack appearing to be poorly or lack of support. Further investigation by a structural engineer to clarify su...

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18 May

Surveyor | Home Buyer Survey

Thetford - IP25

Enquiry from: Partha P

Start Date: Immediate

homebuyers report check oak tree at back of property are you the property owner: property buyer when is the proposed purchasing month: 1-3 months property type: semi detached how many bedrooms does th...

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27 Sep

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Thetford - IP26

Enquiry from: Martin J

Start Date: Immediate

Calculations to verify external wall stability and calculations for oak posts and beams for garages Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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06 Aug

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Thetford - IP25

Enquiry from: Gemma C

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 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Thetford - IP26

Enquiry from: Peter M

Start Date: Immediate

I am in thee process of purchasing a house in Mundford and am currently looking for a local Surveyor. The date has yet to be confirmed. - Estimated Service Date: 12/03/2016 - Property Type: House - Pu...

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27 Apr

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Attleborough - NR17

Enquiry from: Safta L

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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08 Apr

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bury St. Edmunds - IP28

Enquiry from: Andrew D

Start Date: Immediate

What kind of work are you looking to do? Structural Inspection Ok, what style is the property? Detached Great, thanks for that. How many bedrooms does the property have? 3-4 3bed detached bungalow. A...

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20 Sep

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bury St. Edmunds - IP28

Enquiry from: David G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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 Jul

Surveyor | Planning Permission

Bury St. Edmunds - IP32

Enquiry from: Maria 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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04 Jul

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Brandon - IP27

Enquiry from: John G

Start Date: Immediate

Report produced to give to a insurance company to support a renewal of a house insurance policy when a building has a structural issue. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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18 May

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Diss - IP22

Enquiry from: Richard B

Start Date: Immediate

Iambuying this cottage. The surveyor has recommended that I get the main beam inspected by a qualified structural engineer. I also need a check for timber infestation, and damp. I am looking for a qu...

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09 Feb

Surveyor | Structural Inspection

Bury St. Edmunds - IP32

Enquiry from: Daniel H

Start Date: Immediate

Engineering report for single storey extension. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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12 Jul

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bury St. Edmunds - IP28

Enquiry from: Nuvia S

Start Date: Immediate

I want help to decide the best way to change the layout of the house, moving the entrance door to make a porch and make a better layout.

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02 Jun

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bury St. Edmunds - IP31

Enquiry from: Matthew S

Start Date: Immediate

Having a 6m square approx. Single storey extension on back of house, we are planning a vaulted ceiling and timber framed building so have been advised by our builder we will require a steel frame, and...

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31 Mar

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Norwich - NR16

Enquiry from: Susan F

Start Date: Immediate

To assess a back and side garden wall Time scale: Immediate

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09 Mar

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bury St. Edmunds - IP28

Enquiry from: Gavin W

Start Date: Immediate

I am having an extension built and I need calculations carried out to see what size steel is req to support the house when I knock through into the new extension. I also need calculations carried out ...

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29 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bury St. Edmunds - IP33

Enquiry from: Nicola G

Start Date: Immediate

Calculation needed for rsj to replace exsisting door frame internally

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20 Feb

Surveyor | Building Surveyors

Bury St. Edmunds - IP32

Enquiry from: Craig M

Start Date: Immediate

Need to find out if walls are load bearing Time scale: Immediate

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How much do Surveyor services cost?

How much do Surveyors in Thetford charge?
Costs for Surveyors around Thetford can differ depending upon the type of task that you require to have actually performed in your house. It's the inquiry we are asked a lot "how much do Surveyors in Thetford charge?". It's definitely great to have an idea of how much a Surveyor will likely charge for their work. Prices will rise and fall based on the materials and also the tradesman chosen. The list reveals the sorts of task that Surveyors generally do and also the typical cost range of these tasks. Some projects take longer to complete than others so prices do fluctuate by job.

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The average price
of a Surveyor in Thetford is:

£578

Surveyor job Surveyor cost in 2024
Quantity surveyors in Thetford £300-£6,600
Building Surveyors Report in Thetford £750-£1,150
Home buyers survey in Thetford £300-£460
Planning permission in Thetford £347-£532
Structural inspection in Thetford £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 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 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 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
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 cost of a quantity surveyor?

If you’re thinking about hiring the services of a quantity surveyor for your next building project, then you might probably want to know how much its going to cost to enable you set a budget and start to plan. However, there’s no single and straightforward answer to this question as the price of a survey is dependent on a wide array of factors. The primary drivers include the scope of the construction, the complexity of the property, the level of skill required to make appropriate assessment of the property as well as the level of liability that will be covered by the quantity surveyor. In a more simpler terms, the cost of a quantity surveyor is determined by the size, age, condition, complexity and to some extent agreed purchase price.

 

Generally, most quantity surveyors are charged out at a rate of £100 per hour. And as a result, the price of a quantity survey is related to the number of hours that’s going to take to make an in depth assessment of the property. Typically, several quantity surveys will take up to half a day on site with a further half going to the production of the survey report. Consequently, it would be totally fair to say that a quantity survey would cost you anywhere within the range of £600 to £800 plus VAT. For a less detailed and simpler survey such as RICS Homebuyers Report and Valuation, you can expect to use only a couple of hours on site which will also be topped by a few hours of work in the report production. As a result, the normal cost of a Homebuyer survey would be between the range of £400 to £500 plus VAT. However, you should take note that the prices can vary on a geographical basis.

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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