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First-time homebuyers outside their new East Sussex home celebrating with a sold sign
Buying a Home

First-Time Buyer's Guide to Property Surveys in East Sussex

Buying your first home is thrilling — and nerve-wracking. A good property survey can mean the difference between a safe investment and a costly mistake. Here's everything you need to know before you instruct a surveyor in East Sussex.

12 March 2025 7 min read Sophie Whitmore
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Party wall agreement meeting between property owners and surveyor with documents spread on table
Party Wall

Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement? Your Complete Guide

Planning a loft conversion, extension or basement? The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 may apply to your project. Our surveyors explain everything.

5 Feb 2025 8 min
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Surveyor using thermal imaging to detect hidden structural defects during a Level 3 building survey
Building Surveys

What Does a Level 3 Structural Survey Actually Cover?

Many buyers ask what a full building survey really includes. Our chartered surveyors break it down — section by section.

18 Jan 2025 9 min
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Surveyor using a damp meter to measure moisture levels in a wall during a property inspection
Property Defects

Damp in Your Home: What Surveyors Look For & What to Do

Damp is one of the most common issues found in East Sussex properties. But not all damp is equal — and the treatment depends entirely on the type.

9 Jan 2025 7 min
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RICS registered valuer reviewing property price data and valuation documents in a professional office
Valuations

Do You Need an Independent Property Valuation?

Estate agents provide valuations — but they're not always impartial. Here's when an independent RICS valuation is essential and why it matters.

3 Dec 2024 6 min
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Surveyor inspecting roof tiles and gutters during a detailed building survey of an East Sussex property
Building Surveys

10 Common Defects Found in East Sussex Properties

From Victorian damp to cracking render, our surveyors see the same issues time and again. Here are the top 10 — and what they mean for buyers.

14 Nov 2024 8 min
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Young professional couple with advisor reviewing Help to Buy scheme documents for property purchase in England
Valuations

Help to Buy Valuations: What You Need to Know

Buying or selling through the Help to Buy equity loan scheme? An RICS-registered valuation is a legal requirement. Here's exactly what's involved.

22 Oct 2024 5 min
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Building surveyor assessing the condition of a commercial property in an East Sussex town centre
Commercial

Commercial Property Surveys: A Guide for Business Owners

Buying or leasing commercial premises? A thorough building survey protects your investment. Here's what a commercial survey covers and why it's vital.

8 Oct 2024 7 min
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Dilapidations survey being conducted in a deteriorating commercial property with worn floors and crumbling walls
Dilapidations

Understanding Dilapidations: A Guide for Landlords & Tenants

At the end of a commercial tenancy, dilapidations claims can be contentious and expensive. Our guide explains the process and how to protect yourself.

1 Sep 2024 9 min
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Architect and surveyor reviewing renovation blueprints and building plans for a period property
Renovations

Planning a Renovation? Get a Survey First — Here's Why

Many homeowners who renovate without a prior survey end up spending far more than they expected. Our surveyors explain why a survey before you start can save thousands.

15 Aug 2024 7 min
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Warm traditional East Sussex home interior with exposed beams and survey equipment on the coffee table
Buying a Home

Buying a Victorian or Edwardian Home in East Sussex? Read This First

Period properties are charming — but they come with their own unique challenges. Our surveyors share what to watch out for when buying older homes in Crowborough and East Sussex.

3 Jul 2024 8 min
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RICS chartered surveyor inspecting a new build home in England with clipboard checking quality defects
New Builds

New Build Survey: Why You Still Need an Independent Inspection

Builders' warranties don't cover everything — and new builds often have defects that go unnoticed without an independent snagging survey. Here's why it matters.

18 Jun 2024 6 min
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Energy Performance Certificate EPC rating chart for a residential property in England
Energy & EPC

EPC Ratings Explained: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know

Energy Performance Certificates are now legally required for all sales and lettings — and upcoming regulations could affect thousands of East Sussex landlords.

5 May 2024 6 min
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Property boundary dispute with surveyor measuring land boundaries with theodolite in English countryside
Boundary Disputes

Boundary Disputes: How a Surveyor Can Help Resolve Them

Boundary disputes with neighbours can become costly and stressful. An independent RICS surveyor can provide the professional evidence needed to resolve them swiftly.

14 Apr 2024 7 min
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Chartered surveyor inspecting and measuring subsidence cracks in the wall of an East Sussex house during a structural assessment
Structural Defects

Subsidence in Your Home: Signs, Causes and What to Do

Not every crack means subsidence — but some do. Our RICS surveyors explain the warning signs, common causes in East Sussex, and what steps to take if you suspect a problem.

15 Mar 2024 8 min
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RICS chartered surveyor inspecting roof tiles and gutters on a traditional East Sussex house
Building Surveys

Roof Inspection: What Surveyors Look For

The roof is the first line of defence against the weather. Our chartered surveyors explain exactly what they inspect — from tiles and flashings to roof timbers and insulation.

20 Feb 2024 7 min
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