Most people are not aware that your mortgage lenders valuation report is not a survey. It merely tells your lender whether or not the property is reasonable security for your loan. 

It is for this reason that it is recommended to have a more in-depth survey prior to commitment to purchase, undertaken by a Chartered Surveyor who will spend time at the property to visually inspect, using their knowledge and experience.

Our Survey will tell you the actual condition of the property. That’s vital information that can be invaluable during price negotiations, and will also help you avoid expensive surprises after you’ve moved in.

Using the services of an RICS regulated firm offers confidence because:

• They give you clear, impartial and expert advice
• They act in your interest
• They are tightly regulated and have to follow strict rules of conduct – including having insurance in place to protect you, RICS members have to update their skills and knowledge throughout their careers, so you can rely on their expertise
• You are protected by a complaints procedure and access to independent redress, for example through an Ombudsman scheme.

Many Estate Agents will advise you to use a company that they are affiliated with, to undertake a survey. Questions to consider are:

• Will they be at the property for long ?
• Will you be able to speak with the surveyor on the phone, or the same people should you have any questions ?
• Will they have local knowledge of the area ?

This is why we recommend you use May Whetter & Grose as we care about the service that we provide for our clients providing continuity and the most professional service that we are able.

St Austell Office:

Bayview House

St Austell Enterprise Park

Carclaze

St Austell

PL25 4EJ

Tel: 01726 222963

Email: professional@maywhetter.co.uk